New subdivision get Pima Council OK
PIMA — The Pima Town Council gave the thumbs-up to start work on a new 40-home subdivision, although the approval was not unanimous. The council…
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AZOnTrack summer camp coming to Ruth Powell School
SAFFORD — Parents looking for a way for their children to have fun while improving their academics during the summer have an option thanks to…
Creating a pipeline of early childhood teachers in eastern Arizona
Contributed article Safford (May, 2022) — A collaboration between Arizona’s early childhood agency, First Things First (FTF), Eastern Arizona College, Arizona State University and the United Way of…
Blood drives in Safford, Thatcher
SAFFORD — About 29,000 units of red blood cells, 6,500 units of plasma and 5,000 units of platelets are needed every day in the United…
Fitness event to benefit woman battling cancer
THATCHER — Fitness instructors from across the Gila Valley are gathering together to recognize Women’s Health Week and raise funds for a local woman battling…
Safford Council seeks greater salary hike for city employees
SAFFORD — During a work session Monday, the Safford City Council received an update on changes council and staff have made to the proposed 2022-23…
5 Tips for Buying Life Insurance
(StatePoint) More and more people are realizing that adding life insurance to their financial plan can provide a measure of security for their loved ones….
Nonprofits seek new directors
SAFFORD — Area nonprofit organizations are on the job hunt. Stacey Scarce announced on her social media that she is leaving her position as executive…
Local DAR Celebrates 8th Birthday
It was a patriotic gathering as the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) Gila Valley Chapter met for their meeting in late April. First on…
Museums, art galleries, zoos and more with Safford Library card
SAFFORD —A Safford Library card gets more than books this summer. “We have a brand-new offering, called Act One Culture Pass,” said the library’s Leslie…
