Public pools are closing for the winter
brooke@gilavalleycentral.net SAFFORD – It’s that time of year; children are getting ready to return to school, the temperatures are dropping and the public pools are…
Articles by Brooke Curley
Gila Watershed Partnership to screen free film to the public
brooke@gilavalleycentral.net SAFFORD – Water is a precious commodity in everyone’s daily life. That is the reason the Gila Watershed Partnership (GWP) is diligent in its efforts…
New Gila Valley Down syndrome chapter to hold first activity
brooke@gilavalleycentral.net SAFFORD – Being a parent can be hard enough; being a parent to a special needs child can make parenthood that much more challenging….
EAC is now offering iO2 app development classes
By Lori Dugan THATCHER, AZ—The demand for iOS developers continues to grow. In the most recent release Apple sold 10 million iPhones in the…
Skaters rejoice at Safford Skatepark grand opening
brooke@gilavalleycentral.net SAFFORD – There was plenty of grinding, ollies and backside airs Saturday morning, as the long-awaited Safford Skatepark held its grand opening. The community…
Alleged arsonist and car thief caught
brooke@gilavalleycentral.net SAFFORD – Residents of the Sunrise Village Mobile Home and RV Resort had a rude awakening Thursday morning when an alleged arsonist set two…
Brush fire above Artesia under observation
brooke@gilavalleycentral.net SAFFORD: A small brush fire started Thursday afternoon above the Aretsia area south of Safford after a controlled burn got out of hand. The…
Woman arrested while transporting 60 grams of meth
brooke@gilavalleycentral.net SAFFORD – A moving violation led to the seizure of 60 grams of methamphetamine Tuesday that was likely destined for the Gila Valley. The…
Thatcher girl practices unique performing art of poi
brooke@gilavalleycentral.net THATCHER – A performing art generally associated with a stage show during Hawaiian luaus can also be found here in the Gila Valley. Thatcher…
Heatstroke is still a lethal possibility in monsoon season
brooke@gilavalleycentral.net PHOENIX – A 12-year-old boy died of heatstroke July 21 after hiking in triple-digit temperatures in northern Phoenix. The boy was hiking with an older…
