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Column By Mike Bibb Is it a genuine protest when the protesters are being paid $500 for a few hours’ work? Isn’t that sort of “Capitalistic?” Plus, qualified protesters can …
Editorial: Protesting for dollars Read More
Detour in place during closures from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Contributed Article/Courtesy ADOT SUPERIOR – The Arizona Department of Transportation advises drivers to plan for the following restrictions for …
Daytime lane restriction and closures scheduled on U.S. Highway 60 between Superior and Miami June 23-26 Read More
By Lori Dugan/EAC Thatcher – Eastern Arizona College’s Discovery Park Campus recently hosted a group of local educators for a special behind-the-scenes tour of the Mount Graham International Observatory (MGIO), …
EAC Discovery Park hosts local teachers for MGIO tour Read More
Ryland Alexander Crank, a bright light in the lives of those who knew him, was born on April 1, 2019, in Gilbert, Arizona. He radiated happiness with his fun-loving spirit …
Obituary for Ryland Alexander Crank Read More
By Payne Moses/Cronkite News PHOENIX – It was June 1975, and the clock read 6 p.m. That meant David Hines and a host of his teammates were meeting for another …
Always ‘involved’: David Hines to retire after 47 years in Arizona education, 17 serving AIA Read More
By Mary Olson/EAC THATCHER — Eastern Arizona College celebrated a new class of emergency medical professionals during its Spring 2025 Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) graduation ceremony, held May 8, in …
New EMTs ready to serve after graduating from Eastern Arizona College Read More
Contributed Article Join us for an exciting celebration at the Gila Valley Pioneer Days, taking place on July 18-19. This year’s theme, “A History of Joy,” invites the entire community …
Sign up now for Gila Valley Pioneer Days events Read More
By Lori Dugan/EAC THATCHER, Ariz. — Eastern Arizona College (EAC) is excited to announce its 2025 Volleyball Camp lineup, welcoming young athletes of all levels to enhance their skills with expert …
EAC announces 2025 Volleyball Camps and new Online Registration Guide Read More
Predatory lenders prey on people’s financial stress and urgency, often pulling them into debt traps they didn’t anticipate. Instead of offering clear, fair terms, these lenders hide fees, push deceptive …
The Truth About Predatory Lending — And What You Can Do Instead Read More
Column By John Young It says everything about the Little Dictator’s war on brown people that ICE began its June 6 raids in Los Angeles at a Home Depot. Just …
Editorial: Make a wish for a racist police state Read More