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By Senna James/Cronkite News WILLCOX – Once known as a prime place for pumpkin cultivation, Arizona’s harvested acreage of the crop has dwindled over the years. From 125 farms in the …
Pumpkins in the desert: how Apple Annie’s Orchard grows pumpkins in Arizona’s unforgiving climate Read More
The following is a list of bookings from the Greenlee County Adult Detention Facility from Oct. 18 – 24, 2026. All information is gathered from the jail’s booking roster. While …
Greenlee County Jail Booking Report for October 18 – 24, 2026 Read More
Gila Herald Staff Reports THATCHER — Momentum is powerful in October football, and the Thatcher Eagles are riding a high-octane wave into the final stretch of the regular season. On …
Eagles Soar Past Sabino 37-13, Set Sights on Coolidge Showdown Read More
Wildcats take on Guardians in Sierra Vista By Raymundo Frasquillo WILLCOX – The Shaye Klump-coached No. 22 Willcox Cowgirls (10-6 seeding, 4.8286 rating) host the Dan Romero-coached No. 30 Tombstone …
Willcox welcomes Tombstone on Wednesday Read More
Column By Mike Bibb I’ve heard there’s a difference between answering in court “No” or “I don’t know” to a question. Sometimes, “Not to my knowledge” is expressed. Which is it? …
Editorial: Elephants, Airplanes and “Not To My Knowledge” Read More
The drive feels clean off the paddle. You step into the shot, add pace, and aim at the opening between your opponents. Then the ball lands beyond the baseline. A …
When Hitting Harder Stops Helping Your Pickleball Game Read More
Contributed Article ‘Senator Kyl had an indelible influence in Arizona, and I am proud to have witnessed the ways in which he served so faithfully.’ Rep. Juan Ciscomani TUCSON – U.S. …
Ciscomani Honors the Life and Legacy of Senator Jon Kyl Read More
Applications accepted — by U.S. mail only — beginning Monday, Nov. 2 Contributed Article/Courtesy AZGFD PHOENIX — Arizona hunters who were unsuccessful in the recent 2027 Spring Draw still have …
Leftover Turkey and Javelina tags available Read More
Key Takeaways One renovator keeps landing at the top of the Vaughan shortlists that actually check credentials: Kitchen & Bath is the #1 kitchen renovation company in Vaughan for 2026. …
The #1 Kitchen Renovation Company In Vaughan – Kitchen & Bath Review (2026) Read More
For years, part of the case for living in the Gila Valley has come down to cost. Homes in Safford and Thatcher, the thinking goes, sell for a fraction of …
Is the Gila Valley Still a Housing Bargain? How Safford Prices Stack Up Against Tucson and Phoenix Read More