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The Gila Valley has always been a place of resilience, community, and a rich history of chasing dreams in the rugged Southwest. From the old copper mines of Morenci to …
From Copper Mines to Golden Reels: How Arizona’s Local Heritage is Embracing Digital Gaming Read More
Morenci scores 192.5 points more than runner-up Elks By Raymundo Frasquillo PHOENIX – A total of 224 qualifiers will vie for 14 individual weight class titles during the two-day Division …
Wildcats vie for state crown after dominating qualifying meet Read More
By Jon Johnson jonjohnsonnews@gmail.com BONITA – Two women were arrested and booked into the Graham County Adult Detention Facility on Feb. 11 after allegedly attempting to smuggle 1.5 pounds of …
Women busted attempting to smuggle meth and other contraband into prison Read More
Column By Mike Bibb Escapades of Bill and Hillary Clinton have been documented for several decades; his days as Governor of Arkansas, then President, have been nearly a constant contemporary …
Editorial: They don’t call him ‘Slick Willy’ for nothin’ Read More
By Jon Johnson jonjohnsonnews@gmail.com THATCHER – The No. 12 Florence Gophers (11-7 conference) utilized a 29-point opening first quarter en route to an 88-80 victory over the No. 5 Thatcher …
Florence upsets Thatcher to bring Eagles’ season to a close Read More
By Lori Dugan/EAC THATCHER — Eastern Arizona College (EA)’s Emergency Medical Services program has received national recognition for its Advanced Emergency Medical Technician program, earning a Letter of Review from the …
EA EMS program earns national recognition for Advanced EMT accreditation progress Read More
The Gila Valley is known for its scenic landscapes, which make it a paradise for outdoor adventurers. However, this agricultural region also has a startup-friendly environment, with Arizona currently supporting …
Build Your Dream: Profitable Independent Business Ideas To Launch in the Gila Valley Read More
Contributed Article/Courtesy ADOT SAFFORD – The Arizona Department of Transportation advises drivers traveling in Safford and Thatcher to plan for the following lane restrictions on U.S. Highway 70, between Reay …
Plan for overnight lane restrictions on U.S. Highway 70 in Safford and Thatcher, Feb. 22-26 Read More
Arizonans can vote on their favorite snowplow names through Feb. 24 Contributed Article/Courtesy ADOT PHOENIX – The Arizona Department of Transportation’s snowplows have been working around the clock before and …
ADOT announces Name-A-Snowplow Contest finalists Read More
Area qualifiers number nine, two as champions By Raymundo Frasquillo TUCSON – Nine area qualifiers will be taking part in the two-day girls Division II state wrestling meet, beginning on …
Girls AVMC bound for state wrestling meet Read More