Thatcher investigating firefighter compensation
THATCHER — In front of a crowded room Monday, filled with volunteer firefighters, the Thatcher Town Council said it is investigating ways to provide some…
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Graham Board OKs multiple agreements
SAFFORD — The Graham County Board of Supervisors were asked to approve 19 different agreements, contracts and memoranda of understanding Monday, everything from Health Department…
Local students attend Summer STEM Camp at Chauncey Ranch
By Phil McBride, Ph.D. THATCHER, Ariz. — Eastern Arizona College partnered with the Eastern Arizona Science Initiative to host the eighth annual STEM Camp at…
Chamber accepting Leadership applications
Contributed article SAFFORD — The Graham County Chamber of Commerce is calling for delegates interested in participating in the Gila Valley Leadership Program. Gila Valley…
DAR Scholarship Asks for Student’s Thoughts On Constitutional rights
The Gila Valley Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution is increasing their number of scholarship offerings from three to four valued at $600,…
Olsen is the Pride of Safford
SAFFORD — The young man known as “B-Rad,” who has dedicated his life to helping Graham County youths, was honored Thursday for his efforts. Brad…
Fireworks, exploding targets and other pyrotechnic devices are prohibited in the Coronado National Forest
Tucson, Ariz. – Many people enjoy fireworks during the summer holidays, but federal law prohibits their use on National Forest lands. Fireworks, exploding targets, and…
Ciscomani gets $2M for Pima fire station
WASHINGTON D.C. — U.S. Rep. Juan Ciscomani, R-Ariz., announced he’s been able to secure federal funding for three big needs in his district. “We’ve really…
Graham sees big jump in jobless claims
PHOENIX — The unemployment rate in Graham County saw a significant increase in May. That’s according to data released Thursday by the Arizona Commerce Authority….
Developer needs Town of Pima help for a new truck stop
PIMA — A Pima resident has a plan to bring a Circle K truck stop to the community, but needs the town’s help to make…
