AZ minimum wage increasing 65 cents in January
PHOENIX — The minimum wage in Arizona is going up again. The Industrial Commission of Arizona announced the minimum wage would increase from the current…
Articles by David Bell
Too much demand for local soccer fields
THATCHER — The head of the local soccer club in the Gila Valley was hoping for sympathetic ears when he went before the Thatcher Town…
SalsaFest returns this weekend
SAFFORD — After a one-year hiatus due to COVID-19, the NatureSweet Tomatoes SalsaFest is back. “SalsaFest is the most fun day-and-a-half around here,” said Torey…
Richard Kaler
Richard “Dick” or “Skipper” Merle Kaler entered eternal rest on September 12, 2021 in Gilbert, Arizona at age 77 surrounded by family. He was born…
Hispanic Heritage Celebration is Saturday at EAC
THATCHER — Eastern Arizona Hispanic Heritage Corporation announced a slight change in schedule for this weekend’s event celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month. In order to reduce…
Improvements to 20th Avenue in Safford under way
SAFFORD — Work has started on improvements to 20th Avenue in Safford thanks, in large part, to the state Senator who serves the Gila Valley….
Big drop in jobless claims in Graham, Greenlee
PHOENIX — Both Graham and Greenlee counties saw a significant decrease in the number of unemployed in August. The jobless rate in Greenlee County fell…
GCRC celebrates grand opening of Willcox operation
WILLCOX — GCRC recently changed its name thanks to an expansion of services into Willcox, and the organization that serves those with special needs celebrated…
Graham’s congressional, legislative districts grow under Commission proposal
PHOENIX — The grid maps for Arizona’s congressional and legislative districts have been released and the Independent Redistricting Commission is asking for the public’s input….
EAC Intertribal Club’s contributions recognized
THATCHER —The Intertribal Club at Eastern Arizona College was recognized Friday for its contribution to both the campus’ and the Thatcher community’s safety. “The Intertribal…
