Concerned citizens can be the most powerful force for a community in need of change, and a diverse group of such people from Globe gathered at the Chamber of Commerce on Monday to learn about a tool to combat drug abuse. The Drug Free Community Support program presentation was organized …
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Gila County Employees Recognized
(GILA COUNTY, AZ)— Gila County recognized 87 employees during its annual service awards presentation at the Board of Supervisors meeting Tuesday, Feb. 7. “We’re grateful to these employees for their commitment to Gila County and proud of the way it reflects on the County as an employer,” says Shelley McPherson, …
Read More »Code enforcer aims to beautify Globe
The enforcer walks softly and carries a big… list of city codes. These days, properties in the city limits of Globe are getting a lot of attention from newly hired Code Enforcement Specialist Michelle Yerkovich, and although her stick is local law, she doesn’t intend to batter anyone over the …
Read More »Sheriff’s Office receives funding for an intoxilyzer
Courtesy of the Gila County Sheriff’s Office The Gila County Sheriff’s Office, in partnership with the Arizona Governor’s Office of Highway Safety (GOHS), received funding to purchase one intoxilyzer unit and five radar units. The intoxilyzer will be placed in the regional DUI van, which can be utilized by all …
Read More »Health Department to Offer Low-Cost Rabies Clinics and Animal Adoption Fairs
GLOBE, AZ (January 24, 2017) — Gila County Health & Emergency Management has partnered with local veterinarians and animal shelters to o er a number of new pet health, wellness, and adoption opportunities. At the top of the list are low-cost rabies clinics. The 1st clinic will be held February …
Read More »At-large dog owners will be cited
No matter who appears to be the victim County codes are designed to protect people and other animals from potential attacks, but what can be done if a dog leaps walls and climbs fences? Rose and Janeane Mancha of Globe found themselves asking this question after their pet was attacked by …
Read More »John Nelson resumes job as Gila County Manager
(GILA COUNTY, AZ)— At its first regular meeting of 2017, the Gila County Board of Supervisors appointed John Nelson County Manager. “I’m just so grateful that John is able to step back into this position he has held before,” says board chair Tommie Martin. Martin noted that Nelson brings history …
Read More »Forest Officials to Meet Jan 12, with Town of Superior, Discuss Apache Leap
PHOENIX, January 10, 2017 — Tonto National Forest officials will meet with the Town of Superior’s mayor, town council and interested members of the public January 12 regarding establishment of the Congressionally-mandated Apache Leap Special Management Area. Guest ContributorGuest Contributors include press releases, guest authors, and columnists who contribute less …
Read More »Specialty plates generate millions to benefit worthy causes
Personalize your plate in the new year and contribute to a good cause by selecting one of many specialty plate designs offered through ServiceArizona.com. Of the $25 cost per year for a specialty plate, $17 goes to a designated group or cause. globemiamiThis content comes to you through GMTimes staff and/or …
Read More »State Route 77 to close for daytime blasting starting Dec. 12
PHOENIX – To protect workers who are blasting potentially hazardous rocks along State Route 77 south of Globe, the Arizona Department of Transportation will close the road for five hours a day, Mondays through Thursdays, for the next four months. Beginning Monday, Dec. 12, SR 77 will be closed in …
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