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Woodcarvers Miniature World moving away
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Fort Thomas seniors graduate with flair
It's a recurring theme that takes place every year as Memorial Day nears; gas prices rise sharply and stores quickly sell out of Silly String, air-horns, glow sticks and confetti – sold mostly to those attending the Fort Thomas High School graduation.
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Copper Steer Steak House opens
The new Copper Steer Steak House in Safford blends Old West charm with today’s emphasis on reusing and recycling for a pleasant eating experience.
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The String Hideaway opens in Safford
It was only natural that when Safford resident Heidi Decker wanted to open up a store, her business would specialize in the two things she loves most: stringed instruments and beads.
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Traffic stop, chase nets 138.5 lbs of pot
Officers from the Department of Public Safety confiscated about 138.5 pounds of marijuana Monday morning after suspects led them on a high-speed chase that originated in Safford and ended when the occupants bailed out of their car deep into the San Carlos Reservation.
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Local antique show moves to Willcox
The annual antique show and sale that was part of the SAVE Rally in Safford is now part of the June Jamboree Extravaganza in Willcox set to begin at 9 a.m. June 13.
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Thatcher seniors ready for next chapter
Not every high school graduating class can claim to be a close-knit group.
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Safford, Pima High schools donate big for cancer
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Honor Guard holds service at soldier's grave site
There are few holidays that recognize those that have helped ensure freedom for all Americans. When those holidays occur, however, the honorable men and women of the Gila Valley pay tribute in ceremonies appropriate for those who have given so much.
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Two brothers serve their country
Chris Taylor (pictured with several Afghan children) and his brother, Mitch, are serving their country in Afghanistan and Baghdad, respectively. They are both recipients of care packages from the Safford Woman’s Club. See the Lifestyle section for the stories and more photos.
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Law enforcement gathers for shootout
There was plenty of food, fun and lots of gunfire at the pistol shooting range at Safford's Dry Lake Park on Saturday as law enforcement officers from multiple agencies gathered for the third annual Shootout in the Desert. The event was conducted by the Graham County Sheriff's Office and Sheriff P.J. Allred.
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Kempton to remain as dealer for new GM
General Motors recently declared Chapter 11 bankruptcy and will close about 2,400 new car dealerships nationwide. The Gila Valley should have no fear wondering if their warranties will be honored or where they will have to go to purchase a new GM vehicle, however, because Kempton Chevrolet is here to stay, according to co-owner Kyle Kempton.
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Local fast food restaurant closes
Gila Valley residents can no longer enjoy the food at the A&W and Long John Silver’s restaurant at the Super Stop in Thatcher.
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Konopnicki claims proposed Arizona Legislative budget will not work
After five months of difficult and challenging work, the House and Senate voted on a budget for the fiscal year 2010.
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Woman wants family library in Thatcher
When Thatcher resident Linda Stavast took her five children to the Safford City-Graham County Library on June 2, she donated a small water jug to the library and then shredded up all four of her family’s library cards and slipped the pieces into the jug.
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Vandals attack newspaper racks, steal money
Vandals who have damaged newspaper racks on two separate occasions are risking a lot for very little reward, according to Safford Police Chief John Griffin.
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Safford, county issue Level 2 sex offender alerts
The Safford Police Department has released the following information pursuant to ARS 13-3825, the Community Notification on Sex Offenders Law.
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The name of Betty Jo Lemley was inadvertently left out of a May 20 story about the Dorothy Stinson School Student Council. The council had raised money to buy a defibrillator at the school, and Lemley was among the children who participated in the fund-raiser.
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Holmquest sought in connection with another theft
After being fingered by his mother as a suspect in a recent burglary of her home, Safford resident Jake Holmquest is now sought by Safford detectives in conjunction with another theft.
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Safford Council debates opening Downtown alley
A fence protecting the public from unsafe conditions at the old Safford Theater is also keeping local owners from conducting business.
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Suspects in burglaries related to victims
Police have two suspects in a recent home burglary in Safford, and one of them is the victim's son.
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Graham County students find summer jobs
Summer jobs for high school and college students are said to be scarce in Arizona; however, more than 40 Graham County youths will be put to work thanks to the federal Workforce Investment Act.
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Pima Council approves sewer extension
The Pima Town Council unanimously approved a sewer extension on 600 East that connects the Alder Heights subdivision to the town's sewer pond at its meeting Tuesday.
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Pima School District keeps tennis program
The Pima School Board learned the district's new budget plan will force the elimination of five to six paraprofessional positions but will allow the school to continue its tennis program and keep its current janitorial staff.
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Former sheriff writes new book on state rights
Former Graham County Sheriff Richard Mack continues to tackle what he considers to be the tyrannical rule of the federal government with the release of his new book, "The County Sheriff — America's Last Hope."
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