Articles by David Bell

THATCHER — Despite losing its two big fund-raisers this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Eastern Arizona Hispanic Heritage Corporation still managed to fulfill its…

SAFFORD — The subject of graffiti came up twice during Monday’s Safford City Council meeting. Senior IT Specialist Cade Bryce debuted a new tool on…

SAFFORD — Tuesday was another day of new COVID-19 cases in the double digits in the Gila Valley. Graham County Health Department reported 26 new…

Contributed article/AZGFD PIMA — Rainbow trout stocking is being temporarily suspended at Pond No.  3 within the Cluff Ranch Wildlife Area so that the Arizona…

SAFFORD — The Gila Valley Ministerial Association is conducting its annual coat drive. Area churches collect new and gently used coats for distribution to children…

SAFFORD — Celebrations of the service and sacrifice of America’s veterans will take place throughout the week. The Safford Field of Honor gets things started….

SAFFORD — Over the weekend, Graham County experienced its worst single day of COVID-19 cases since the start of the pandemic. Graham County Health Department…

THATCHER — A local biology and chemistry teacher is being recognized at the state level for his outstanding work. Ethan McBride, who teaches at Thatcher…

SAFFORD — November is starting out as a difficult month when it comes to COVID-19 cases in Graham County. Graham County Health Department announced 21…

The Graham County Chamber of Commerce and Town of Thatcher welcomed the area’s latest business, Gila Valley Made, with a ribbon-cutting Thursday. More than 35…