(GILA COUNTY, AZ)—Gila County responded proactively to flooding concerns related to the Pinal Fire by securing $300,000 in federal funds to clean out waterways in the Globe-Miami area. “We’re thrilled to not only better prepare our area for the oncoming monsoon season, but also to bring these dollars back to …
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New Exhibition at Historical Museum features Parades & Celebrations
GLOBE_A Special Exhibition of Parades & Celebrations in Globe-Miami from the early 1900s through the 1960s will kick off on June 30th at Gila County Historical Society (Gila County Museum). 1330 N Broad Street, Globe. Opening night will coordinate with the Museum’s regularly scheduled monthly Hamburger Fry on the lawn. …
Read More »Arizona Rural Policy Forum Heads to Graham County
Annual event brings rural leaders and advocates from around the state to connect and share resources June 26, 2017 (Thatcher, AZ) – The Rural Policy Forum, hosted by the Local First Arizona Foundation and Arizona Rural Development Council, connects rural economic development professionals, nonprofits, community leaders, business owners, and other …
Read More »County holds public forums on the budget in Globe and Payson
GILA COUNTY-As part of an open and transparent budget process, the Gila County Board of Supervisors is pleased to announce two upcoming budget forums. Held simultaneously in both Globe-Miami and Payson, as well as broadcast between the two locations, the forums will give residents the opportunity to ask questions and …
Read More »Gila County announces surplus auction
(Globe, AZ) Gila County will conduct the quarterly online auction to dispose of surplus property beginning Monday, July 3, 2017. Featured items are miscellaneous office equipment, furniture, and supplies; a couch; and a digital camera. Interested persons may view a complete list of the items with a photo and a …
Read More »Barriers arrive in Globe to protect hospital from potential flooding.
GLOBE- On Thursday of this week, the Arizona Department of Transportation began transporting Jersey Barriers to Globe from Coconino County to help Cobre Valley Regional Medical Center. Each piece of barrier is 32” tall, 20’ long, and weighs 4 tons. The City of Globe has requested 40 barriers – 320,000 total pounds of …
Read More »Pinal Fire: After-Fire Mitigation efforts discussed at Community Meeting Tuesday
GILA COUNTY-As a result of the Pinal Fire, some areas may see an increased amount of water flow from the burned area. In an effort to mitigate flood damage several area agencies will be conducting flood abatement projects in the area which will require, in some cases, access to private …
Read More »WIFA Awards $3 Million Loan to Globe
PHOENIX (June 13, 2017) – The City of Globe continues to take measures to ensure safe, reliable drinking water for its citizens. The Water Infrastructure Finance Authority of Arizona (WIFA) announced today that it has closed a $3 million loan for the City of Globe to repair and upgrade its …
Read More »Pet Adoption Fairs Announced
GLOBE, AZ (June 6, 2017) — In response to popular demand, Gila County Animal Care Control will be hosting two June pet adoption fairs, offering several dogs and cats in its vibrantly decorated mobile adoption trailer. Guest ContributorGuest Contributors include press releases, guest authors, and columnists who contribute less than 4 …
Read More »James Menlove accepts position of Gila County Manager
(GILA COUNTY, AZ)—James Menlove has accepted the position of Gila County Manager. Since October 2016, Menlove has served as Gila County’s Finance Director. “I am excited at the prospect of serving as County Manager and am humbled by the outpouring of support from the staff,” says Menlove. Menlove impressed the …
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