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Strip search of Safford teen ruled unconstitutional
The strip search of a Safford Middle School student in October 2003 was unconstitutional and Assistant Principal Kerry Wilson is not entitled to "qualified immunity" from a lawsuit, according to the opinion of the federal Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals.
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Ashcreek customers face shortages
Editor's Note: The Courier received incorrect information from the Arizona Corporate Commission about the stage in which the Ashcreek Water Company is now operating, according to Ashcreek Interim Manager Bevan Barney, who said the company is in Stage 3. This stage allows customers to voluntarily curtail usage.
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Supervisor candidates respond to questions
In the Sept. 2 primary election, Supervisor District 1 Drew John, a Democrat, is challenged by Steve Bingham, and in District 3, incumbent Republican Mark Herrington is challenged by Joseph Chapin.
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Thatcher School Board OKs budget
The Thatcher School Board gave final approval to the school district’s $9.484 million budget during a July 10 meeting.
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Thatcher’s Quail Ridge open since 1996
One of the biggest Thatcher developments started in 1979 when three men bought land just west of Thatcher, intending to turn around and sell it for more. Instead, they held it for 17 years before deciding to develop the property themselves, thus bringing Quail Ridge to Thatcher.
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Coalition lobbies for, gains more police presence in Bylas
A coalition of concerned Bylas residents wants the San Carlos Apache Tribe to provide around-the-clock police protection in Bylas to fight violent crimes and substance abuse.
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State prison, Freeport McMoRan team up for school kids
The Arizona State Prison-Safford and Freeport McMoRan Copper & Gold Inc. have teamed up to make sure Gila Valley children in kindergarten through eighth grade have the supplies they need for a successful school year.
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Thatcher waiting for Safford answer on golf annexation
The Thatcher Town Council once again tabled its decision to annex the Mount Graham Golf Course, this time until after the Safford City Council receives Thatcher’s memorandum on the issue, discusses and signs it.
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Strip search of Safford teen unconstitutional
The strip search of a Safford Middle School student in October 2003 was unconstitutional and Assistant Principal Kerry Wilson is not entitled to immunity from a lawsuit, according to the opinion of the federal Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals.
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Council agrees to city manager selection process
The Safford City Council unanimously voted to use the Arizona League of Cities and Towns to assist it in the selection of a new city manager. After discussion during executive session at its July 14 meeting, the council voted 4-2 to begin interviewing applicants for an interim city manager as well.
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Lozano to be examined by psychiatrist
Judge R. Douglas Holt ordered defendant Tommy Lozano, 40, of Safford to be examined by a psychiatrist .
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Safford Middle School registering
Safford Middle School will register new students to the district Tuesday, July 29, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Parents must bring a copy of the child’s birth certificate, immunization record and a copy of the withdrawal forms from the previous school or a report card.
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There is still time to donate phone cards for troops
It’s not too late to donate phone cards that will be sent to members of the U.S. armed forces in Iraq and Afghanistan.
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Alleged shooter released from hospital, arrested
A husband and wife in Bonita are sleeping easier these days with the knowledge that the man who allegedly terrorized them is behind bars and will be tried in Superior Court.
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Parts of fairgrounds to close for renovations
The barns and the RV area at the Graham County Fairgrounds, in addition to the racetrack, will be shut down until at least Jan. 1 for renovations.
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Food program feeds 350-plus daily
The summer food program hosted by the Safford School District ended July 25 after serving Valley youths since the beginning of June.
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Freeport increases common stock dividend
Although Freeport-McMoRan Copper & Gold’s second-quarter earnings are less than the second quarter of 2007, the copper giant’s board of directors authorized a common stock dividend increase from an annual rate of $1.75 to $2 per share, according to the company’s report.
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Library reading program hosts healthy kids program
Riddles on the food pyramid, healthy activities, stories and games were techniques used by Lauren Romig, a 4-H youth development agent, to help children learn healthy habits during the three days she led the Happy, Healthy Kids program at the Safford City Library.
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Jail officers bitten by inmate during transport
Graham County Jail detention officers Gilbert Montez and Paul Phelps are still healing after being attacked by an inmate July 10.
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Bicycles donated to Mount Graham Safe House
Used bicycles donated to the Odd Fellows and refurbished by prison inmates will provide Mount Graham Safe House clients with transportation to work and school.
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New shelter director likes helping women
Jeanette Aston officially became the executive director of the Mount Graham Safe House about one month ago, but she is no stranger to the domestic violence shelter.
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Palmer, Henager vie for District 2 supervisor
Republican Jim Palmer and Democrat Bud Henager will face off in the Nov. 4 general election for the District 2 supervisor seat.
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Carjacking suspect caught in Phoenix
A suspected carjacker who allegedly stole a Safford woman’s car at gunpoint was apprehended by Phoenix Police on Sunday.
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Does crude dike imperil Duncan?
Duncan Town Manager Alan Baker doubts the structure is legal, but that is not what concerns him most at the moment. He is worried that the dike built in the Gila River about a mile downstream from Duncan may cause water to back up and flood into town.
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Wastewater operator wins safety award
In addition to saving the city of Safford approximately $12,200 each month operating its wastewater treatment facility, Severn Trent Services has been recognized for its safety record.
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