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TweetPinShareDesert Sunset volleyball tourney debuts in Safford By Raymundo Frasquillo PIMA – The Ruthie Butler-coached Pima Roughriders (4-7 overall) host the 1A South Region Saint David Tigers (14-3) on Tuesday, …
Roughriders welcome Tigers on Tuesday Read More
TweetPinShareGila Herald Staff Reports THATCHER — Local pride is paying off for Thatcher High School. The home of the Eagles has officially been selected as a recipient of a $5,000 …
Thatcher in the running for T-Mobile sports grant Read More
TweetPinShareBy Jon Johnson/Gila Heraldjonjohnsonnews@gmail.com THATCHER — Following weeks of packed dining rooms, steady drive-thru queues, and record-breaking sales, the Thatcher Culver’s officially celebrated its grand opening with a formal ribbon-cutting …
Culver’s celebrates record-breaking opening with ribbon-cutting Read More
TweetPinShareBy Jon Johnson jonjohnsonnews@gmail.com SAFFORD — Downtown Safford transformed into a bustling hub of flavor, entertainment, and culture this past weekend as the community gathered to celebrate the milestone 20th …
20th Annual SalsaFest Brings Flavor, Music, and Community Spirit to Downtown Safford Read More
TweetPinShareBy Jon Johnson jonjohnsonnews@gmail.com THATCHER — Combining cutting-edge sports tech with family entertainment, the Mt. Graham Golf Club officially launched its new Toptracer driving range with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on …
Toptracer Technology Arrives at Mt. Graham Golf Club Read More
TweetPinShareBy Jon Johnson/Gila Herald jonjohnsonnews@gmail.com PIMA — Balancing respect for departed loved ones with the realities of budget constraints and labor shortages, the Pima Town Council tackled an ongoing dilemma …
Pima exploring ways to maintain Pima Cemetery Read More
TweetPinShareBy Jon Johnson/Gila Herald jonjohnsonnews@gmail.com SAN JOSE — A report of gunfire near the Gila River sparked a multi-agency response last Friday afternoon, though deputies ultimately determined that individuals in …
Sheriff’s Office Investigates Report of Gunfire Near San Jose Diversion Dam Read More
TweetPinShareBy Jon Johnson jonjohnsonnews@gmail.com SAFFORD — Even as the calendar turns to autumn and evening temperatures cool across the Gila Valley, local authorities are reminding residents that daytime heat in …
Sheriff’s Office busts window to free child from trapped truck in afternoon heat Read More
TweetPinShareDeadline is Monday, Sept. 28 Gila Herald Staff Reports SAFFORD — Non-profit and charitable organizations serving Safford residents can now apply for municipal financial support as the City of Safford …
City of Safford Open for FY2027 Non-Profit Funding Applications Read More
TweetPinShareThe following is a list of bookings from the Graham County Adult Detention Facility from Sept. 15 – 21, 2026. All information is gathered from the jail’s booking roster. While …
Graham County Jail Booking Report for September 15 – 21, 2026 Read More