Miami, Ariz. – Members of the United Steelworkers union (USW) and workers from five other international unions voted overwhelmingly to ratify a new contract covering about 420 workers at the Pinto Valley Mine. The mine, owned by Capstone Copper, employs about 170 members of USW Local 915, as well as members …
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Housing development moves forward
In an area parched for new housing, Rayes Ridge appears like a cup of cold water. Adrea France and Josh Asanovich are third-generation locals, siblings, and Realtors. Four years ago, they also became partners in a large housing development project named Rayes Ridge. This venture plans to build new homes …
Read More »Hill Street School Redevelopment Wins $2.5 Million in State and Federal Funding
GLOBE- Gorman and Company LLC, the company that’s redeveloping the Hill Street School as affordable housing for elders, has won nearly $2.5 million in federal and state tax credits. The Arizona Department of Housing announced the federal and state awards on June 3. ADOH is distributing a total of $30.1 …
Read More »Investing elevated in the Town of Superior Arizona
Superior Arizona has recently received a total of $4.25 million appropriation from the federal government for two important projects for the future of this small rural desert community. Mayor Mila Besich and Council Member Gilbert Aguilar recently returned from a visit to Washington DC with the fruits of hard work …
Read More »Hill Street Blues: Opportunity and opposition comes with new development
The crumbling shell of Hill Street School in Globe has new champions and if the process works out in their favor, the weedy eyesore with the broken windows at the southern entrance to downtown might soon become a senior affordable housing project, creating a fresh look for the entryway. “If …
Read More »First Friday in Globe offers sweetheart deals
February’s First Friday event will take place on February 4, 2022. There will be local business specials, a Makers Marketplace (on Oak Street near the CVCA), and a Food Truck Round-Up ( at the Old Dominion Parking Lot at Broad/Sycamore Street) from 4:00-8:00 P.M. Please remember that these locations will …
Read More »Ode to Radio: Stewarts’ Vintage Nook
There’s something “in the air” at Stewarts’ Vintage Nook, the newest addition to Miami’s arts and antique district. Could it be the largest collection of Golden Age radios in the state of Arizona? “You say these radios all work?!” asks a customer, astounded as he looks around. “Yes sir,” says …
Read More »BHP Closes Old Dominion Mine Park Until February
Signs went up at the Old Dominion Mine Park (ODMP) on September 1 stating the park will close from September 12 through January 31 for drilling activity. Residents are asking for more information about what’s going on, why the entire park is impacted, and even if they are in danger. …
Read More »US Forest Service approves plan of operation for Pinto Valley Mine
More than a decade added to mine life. Miami, AZ – November 4, 2021: Pinto Valley Mining Corp is pleased to announce that it has received final approvals from the US Forest Service (USFS) for plans that will keep the Pinto Valley Mine operating another 19 years. The mine plan …
Read More »Tonto, Pinto Valley Mining Corps work together to protect Pinto Creek following Telegraph Fire
PHOENIX, September 22, 2021 – A volunteer agreement between the Tonto National Forest and Pinto Valley Mining Corp., resulted in the September 10 completion of a project to stabilize soil at the reclaimed, Blue Gate Mine within the Pinto Creek watershed. Pinto Valley provided personnel, equipment, and materials to perform maintenance on …
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