The violent assault on the U.S. Capitol on January 6 was at best a display of unfettered privilege. More troubling was that this terrorist attempt to take over the Capitol was the first insurrection since the Civil War. Individually, the mob was lawless, obstructive, and dangerous. Collectively, this mob was an …
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AIA Cancels Winter Sports
UPDATE January 15: Winter Sports back on! After canceling the winter high school sports season in Arizona, the Arizona Interscholastic Association has overturned that decision in a 5-4 vote. There will be no fans permitted and masks will be mandatory during competition. January 18th is once again the start date …
Read More »Health Depart issues update regarding vaccine schedule for Gila County
GILACOUNTY- Gila County Health Department appreciates your patience in this time of COVID-19 vaccine. Our goal is to provide every resident in Gila County the opportunity for a COVID-19 vaccine. The CDC has published extensive recommendations for a phased approach for vaccine delivery within Gila County over the next several …
Read More »Tonto National Forest ends Christmas Tree Burn event due to increased safety concerns
Phoenix, AZ, Dec. 28, 2020 – This year, the Tonto National Forest is asking recreational visitors to refrain from gathering in large groups for the annual Christmas Tree Burn event that occurs annually in early to mid-January. In the past, thousands of visitors have gathered for this unofficial event to burn their spent …
Read More »City of Globe announces grant program for local businesses struggling because of COVID-19
GLOBE- Announcing City of Globe Business Relief Grant The City of Globe Business Relief Grant will provide qualifying businesses with a financial grant* to support the continued viability of the Globe businesses experiencing financial hardship due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and to reduce employment losses caused by reductions in …
Read More »Health Department announces vaccine distribution
Globe, AZ — Beginning this week, Gila County may receive its first allotment of the Moderna COVID-19 Vaccine. These shipments will be sent directly to facilities that have been approved through an on boarding application process to receive and dispense the vaccine. These include regional hospitals as well as some …
Read More »Casino touts continuous air disinfection system upon re-opening
San Carlos, Ariz.–(BUSINESS WIRE)—The San Carlos Apache Gaming Enterprise (SCAGE) has been anticipating its reopening and the time has finally come. Apache Gold Casino Resort reopened October 2, 2020 with a comprehensive health and environmental protections. The SCAGE enhanced protection plan includes continuous surface cleaning and disinfection, hand hygiene protocols, …
Read More »Resolution Copper highlights local economic impact following National Apprenticeship Week
Company announces 12 local employees will graduate from 3-year apprentice program at Central Arizona College in December Releases Q3 2020 Scorecard, showing over 70% of workforce from Copper Triangle area and more than 65% of spending this year with Arizona vendors and suppliers Superior, Ariz. (November 17, 2020) – Following …
Read More »Local business owner asks city leaders why more isn’t done to market small business
TO: City of Globe, Mayor, Council RE: Marketing money I have always wondered why Globe does NOTHING to market itself outside of its borders. We have Besh ba Gowah, The 1910 Jail, The beautiful Center or the Arts, Pinal Mountain hiking/camping, the lake, Tonto and many other wonderful spots but …
Read More »Firefighters responding to 4 new wildfires on the Tonto Basin Ranger District
PHOENIX, Nov. 3, 2020 – Tonto National Forest firefighters are responding to four separate lightning-caused fires in the area of Jake’s Corner and Highway 188. The 604 Fire is the largest fire at approximately 20 acres in size. At this time, there are six engines, three crew modules and one helicopter assigned, …
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