Voices of the homeless: their stories in their words
I learned to be homeless: Lakota and Joyce This is the first of Gila Valley Central’s four-part series exploring different types of local homelessness in…
Life
Senior life in Graham County survey shows changes and problems
By Brooke Curley brooke@gilavalleycentral.net SAFFORD –Graham county seniors were asked about their current lifestyle in a recent poll, and the results might surprise you. The…
EAC offering EMT summer classes
By Erin Larson THATCHER — Eastern Arizona College will be offering three Emergency Medical Technician classes this summer: Emergency Medical Technician, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation and Paramedic…
Children’s Theatre to perform Jungle Book Kids
By Erin Larson THATCHER — Eastern Arizona College’s Children’s Theatre is preparing a double cast to perform Disney’s Jungle Book Kids at the Activities Center…
Darryn Kamae wins 2017 Gila Valley Idol
By Eric Burk eric@gilavalleycentral.net SAFFORD – With talent and Hawaiian charm, Darryn Kamae won first place and $1,000 in the 12th annual Gila Valley Idol…
Writer’s Anonymous issues a call to authors
By Lori Dugan THATCHER – Calling all writers. Are you working on a novel, short story, comic, play or children’s book? If you’ve got a…
Danseries dance on at Arizona Renaissance Festival
By Brooke Curley brooke@gilavalleycentral.net GOLD CANYON – There are still a couple weekends left of this year’s Arizona renaissance festival, and if you do get to…
Community baby shower to be held at Safford Library
Contributed Article The Safford City-Graham County Library is hosting its fourth annual Community Baby Shower on Friday, March 31. All expectant parents and families or caregivers…
Big top circus is coming to the Gila Valley
Contributed Article Thanks to the sponsorship of the Safford Lions Foundation, Inc., Culpepper & Merriweather Circus, America’s favorite big top circus is coming to the…
Thatcher town council thanks officer for act of heroism
By Brooke Curley brooke@gilavalleycentral.net THATCHER – When seconds matter, it’s important to employ individuals who can effectively think and act appropriately in an instant. With…
