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David Abbott

Journalist, writer and editor who has worked for community newspapers for more than 15 years. After four years at Davis-Monthan AFB and a few years living in Tucson, moved to California to find his fortune. He is happy to be back in Arizona, in the mountains he loves.

City of Globe proposes water and sewer rate increases

To continue the City of Globe’s 10-year efforts to modernize its 100-plus year-old water and wastewater system, City Council has proposed rate increases that would go into effect in March 2025.   Council approved a “notice of intent” in October to begin adjusting the City’s water and sewer rates, with a public hearing …

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Mayor’s SOTC address takes citizens on a journey from the past to move ‘Globe Forward’

Globe Mayor Al Gameros gave his fourth State of the City address on a hot evening in late-September, painting a detailed picture of the inception of the City’s economic revitalization and laying out Council’s vision for the future. The theme of the address was Preserving Our History, Planning Our Future: …

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Cultural Success Program gives San Carlos students a chance to say ‘SHIŁ GOZHÓÓ’

The San Carlos Unified School District’s Cultural Success Coaching Program offers a safe space and gives troubled students an outlet for their frustrations as well as material support during the school year. SCUSD support services created the program, in its second year of existence, to help students who may need …

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Cats Caught in the Crosshairs

A relationship that was touted as “incredibly exciting” in 2022 is in the rearview mirror, as High Desert Humane Society (HDHS) starts the process of reorganizing while it juggles care for animals in its rescue facility near the Globe cemetery. In a very public display that blew up local social …

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Gila Community College makes progress on accreditation

After receiving heavy criticism in a public forum at Miami High School last August, the Gila County Community College District Governing Board has made significant progress toward accreditation in its bid to become an independent school district. Despite seemingly insurmountable roadblocks, the Board is working with a new educational partner, …

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SCUSD teachers have long history of service in the San Carlos community

The San Carlos Unified School District has worked to recruit teachers with deep connections to the San Carlos Apache Reservation and who represent the community they serve. From classes created to preserve Apache language and culture to general education classes, many instructors are products of the SCUSD system or have …

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Economic Development partnership continues as City of Globe works to create an atmosphere for businesses and entrepreneurs to THRIVE

As the summer draws to a close, the City of Globe’s relationship with the Rural Community Assistance Corporation (RCAC) continues to grow and strengthen, thanks to increasing community investment and entrepreneurial training. Thanks to a grant through the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), RCAC returned over the summer to host …

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