Is Your Baby’s Food Full of Microplastics?
(StatePoint) A new investigation has found microplastics in baby food pouches sold by some of the world’s biggest brands — including one labeled organic —…
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Homeowner says child is sleeping in cotton field, GCSO deputies have no luck in finding the child
GRAHAM COUNTY — Graham County Sheriff’s deputies were unable to track down a 10-year-old who reportedly claimed to be sleeping in a cotton field. Deputies…
Day of Service and Samaritan Home open house on Sept. 12
SAFFORD — The Gila Valley Ministerial Association and Just Serve are partnering to help Graham and Greenlee families in need. As part of the Gila…
Something big is coming to the Safford Library: A new mural
Contributed article SAFFORD — Something colorful is coming to the Safford City-Graham County Library. Beginning in mid-September, internationally recognized muralist Molly Keen will begin transforming…
Lane restrictions on U.S. 70 east of Globe
GLOBE — Add another delay to trips between the Gila Valley and the Phoenix metro area. Arizona Department of Transportation announced lane restrictions will be…
Gila Valley Arts Council bringing Jacome Flamenco to Safford
Contributed article SAFFORD — Gila Valley Arts Council is proud to present Jacome Flamenco, September 23, 2026, 7:00 p.m. at the David M. Player Center…
Valley Telecom Foundation grants available to educators, communities
WILLCOX — Valley Telecom Foundation is accepting applications for a trio of grants in support of education. The Classroom Champion Program makes up to $1,000…
Resurfacing Highway 70 in Thatcher, Pima to start in September
PHOENIX — Arizona Department of Transportation announced that the pavement rehabilitation project improving U.S. Highway 70 between Thatcher and Pima will begin by the end…
Graham County Chamber participates in Arizona Water Summit, Sen. Gallego office opening
Contributed article TUCSON — Graham County Chamber of Commerce Board President Taylor Banks represented the organization and its more than 400 members Friday at the…
Railroad improvements will close Reay Lane at Church Street for four days
THATCHER — The Town of Thatcher announced a portion of Reay Lane will be closed starting Saturday, for improvements to the railroad crossing. Traffic will…
