This is a regular column which attempts to answer frequently asked questions about mining in the area. What is mined in the area and how is it mined? The primary metals mined in our region include copper, smaller amounts of molybdenum, and trace amounts of gold and silver. Many mines …
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Gila County Covid Cases
As cases have increased, we are adding this page to track cases in Gila County as they are reported. We show the most recent report on top, going back to June 11th. JUNE 20: (pending #120 – #143) 1.Case #115: Is a resident of Globe, female in her 80s. Transmission …
Read More »Tonto Basin/Punkin Center placed on pre-evacuation as Bush fire expands
PHOENIX, June 14, 2020 — The Bush Fire on the Tonto National Forest increased in size to 14,371 and remains at 0% containment. The fire growth is being driven by hot, dry and windy conditions and an excess of grass and brush growth. Due to the fire’s growth and movement, the …
Read More »Tonto National Monument to Begin to Increase Recreational Access
Roosevelt, AZ – Following guidance from the White House, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and state and local public health authorities, Tonto National Monument is increasing recreational access. The National Park Service (NPS) is working service wide with federal, state, and local public health authorities to closely monitor …
Read More »There’s No Place Like Home: Habitat for Humanity Seeking Qualified Family Applicants
Whether you’re a Globe-Miami native living elsewhere and longing to return, or you’re already living here but renting – and dreaming of a house of your own – everyone deserves to have a place to call home. That’s been the goal of Habitat for Humanity since the day the organization …
Read More »Visitors Urged by Forest Service Not to Cut Fences, Destroy Gates
PHOENIX_ Late last month, contract crews completed planned fence work in the Lower Salt River area of the Tonto National Forest. Ten miles of barbed wire, three miles of steel post and rail, and over 30 gates were installed to keep the Salt River Horses and livestock off of Bush …
Read More »ADOR Stops Tax Fraud Schemes this Tax Season
Attempted Scams Emerged Same Time as COVID-19 The Arizona Department of Revenue (ADOR) says COVID-19 hasn’t stopped scammers from trying to take advantage of taxpayers. globemiamiThis content comes to you through GMTimes staff and/or contributed content through press releases, submitted articles and non-profit organizations.
Read More »42nd Annual Mountain Film Festival coming to you this year. Stream 100 films for just $75.
For 41 years, people have gathered in Telluride over Memorial Day weekend to celebrate adventure, big ideas and indomitable spirit at Mountainfilm. This year, in light of COVID-19, that annual gathering will look a little bit different. With overwhelming support from filmmakers, special guests and a down-for-anything community, Mountainfilm is …
Read More »Assessors office now requires appointments for in-person services
GILA COUNTY_ Gila County Assessor, Joe Williams, announced that all In-Person service will be performed by appointment only, starting Monday April 27, and encourages property owners and residents to utilize email, phone or the Gila County website to conduct business with the Gila County Assessor’s Office. “The health and well-being …
Read More »Forest Service reports Whitlow Fire is 50% contained.
SUPERIOR- According to the latest from the Tonto National Forest Service, containment lines for the Whitlow Fire in the Hewitt area held throughout the night resulting in no new fire growth. The Whitlow fire remains at 823 acres and is at 50 percent contained. Currently there are 45 firefighters assigned …
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