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Harnessing the sun’s power is often hailed as a pivotal step toward a sustainable future, but the environmental impact of solar panels extends beyond their clean energy production. While solar …
The Environmental Impact of Using Solar Panels for Energy Read More
Morenci Cross Country finishes in 13th Place at State. By Raymundo Frasquillo CAVE CREEK – South Section entrants, champion Benson was seventh (188), runner-up Pima eighth (210), and third place …
Pima inaugural Cross Country team places 8th at state Read More
Contributed Article/Courtesy City of Safford SAFFORD — The City of Safford is thrilled to announce that the Safford Regional Airport has been awarded a $100,568 grant from United Way to …
Safford Regional Airport secures $100,568 grant for aircraft rescue firefighting equipment and training Read More
Considering that 7% of car accidents are rear-end collisions, this type of accident is more common than you might think. When a rear-end crash occurs, there is often dispute about …
Rear-End Accidents: When the Front Driver May Be at Fault Read More
By Kris McBride/EAC THATCHER, Ariz. — The United Way of Graham and Greenlee Counties awarded $52,500 to the Eastern Arizona College (EAC) Monster Exchange pantry to support its ongoing efforts …
United Way of Graham and Greenlee Counties awards $52,500 to support EAC’s Monster Exchange food pantry Read More
Column By Mike Bibb Predictably, Democrats are opposing Trump’s cabinet picks because, among other things, they don’t believe they have enough political experience to handle the jobs. “They are naive …
Editorial: They don’t have enough experience Read More
Contributed Article/Courtesy ADHS and ADA PHOENIX – Poultry in a backyard flock in Maricopa County have tested positive for avian influenza. When the poultry began showing clinical signs consistent with …
Backyard flock in Maricopa County tests positive for Bird Flu Read More
Thatcher doomed by turnovers/Red Zone folly By Jon Johnson jonjohnsonnews@gmail.com MESA – The No. 2 ALA-West Guardians (13-0) and the No. 3 Thatcher Eagles (10-3) battled at Mesa High School …
Eagles fall in semis to undefeated Guardians Read More
After spending a day out on the golf course greens, golfers usually look for a spot to kick back and unwind. Brewpubs provide an atmosphere for reconnecting with buddies over …
Tips for Enjoying Tap Rooms with Golf Buddies Read More
2025 pronghorn, elk, and population management hunts, and limited-entry seasons for 2025-2026 Contributed Article/Courtesy AZGFD PHOENIX — The Arizona Game and Fish Department’s proposed recommendations for 2025 pronghorn, elk, and …
Proposed hunt recommendations available for review Read More