Future of Aspen University nursing program in question
PHOENIX — Hundreds of students are at a loss as nursing programs may close in days. It hasn’t happened in Arizona for at least the last 40 years. Aspen University student Louise Devasque said, “It felt like a slap in the face. DeBusk is one of about 400 students likely to be affected by a […]
Special Event at MMRP | Maricopa County Parks & Recreation
Friday, March 10, 2023 – Sunday, March 12, 2023 All Day Event McDowell Mountain Regional Park16300 McDowell Mountain Park Dr.Fountain Hills, AZ 85268 (602) 506-2930 ext 3 This is not a park sponsored event A large permitted mountain biking event will be occurring in the park. The event will be staged out of the […]
Letter to the Editor: Let’s take a stand against mining Bill Williams | Williams-Grand Canyon News
My family moved to Williams about two years ago. We chose this area for its beautiful forests and the people who care about them. Last year the Forest Service cleared the area around our house. When I first saw it, it felt like people were destroying the forest. I quickly learned that this was our […]
Maricopa County attorney refers criminal charges in fatal Goodyear cyclist collision back to police
The Maricopa County Attorney’s Office announced Tuesday afternoon that county attorney Rachel Mitchell had remanded a criminal complaint filed by Goodyear police in a fatal pickup accident involving 19 cyclists. In a statement, Mitchell said, “The death and injury of two cyclists that morning is an unimaginable tragedy. Police need time to complete their investigation.” […]
Brody Roa Rolls Into Central Arizona Raceway This Friday and Saturday
Inland Rigging Team Driver Brody Lore heads to Central Arizona Raceway on Friday and Saturday, March 3rd.rd and 4thas points leader in 24th USAC/CRA Sprint Car Series racing season. The veteran driver topped his heap of points after sweeping his season-opening main event at Kokopa Speedway at the end of January. A native of Garden […]
Hobbs makes first visit to Yuma County as governor
Katie Hobbs made her first visit to Yuma County as governor on Monday. Governor Hobbes toured the border and met with producers. Hobbs started the AG tour early Monday morning, visiting both ports of call in San Luis. Hobbes also inspected part of the border fence. At Yuma City Hall, she is represented by Yuma […]
Scenic and Scientific Hike (Registration Required, Limit 15 Participants) – Outdoor Skills – Events
New to the Desert? Want to learn more about the desert environment? Want to go for a splendid hike? If the answer is yes, then this hike is perfect for you! Bring plenty of water and wear closed-toe shoes. We will be hiking in total about 3.5 miles. Meet at the Trailhead Staging Area; bathrooms […]
City of Apache Junction offices on holiday schedule
Apache Junction City facility closures and schedules are set for the upcoming Christmas and New Year weekends. All government offices will be closed on December 26th for Christmas and January 2nd, 2023 for the New Year, according to the release. City Hall is closed on Fridays. Emergency services by police departments are not affected by […]
Scott Graham launches new book – The Durango Herald
Saguaro Sanction, the eighth book in Scott Graham’s National Park Mysteries series, is out March 7th. Durango and Farmington are expected to sign. (photo courtesy) Durango, signings scheduled in Farmington Author Scott Graham’s latest book, The Saguaro Sanction, explores not only Saguaro National Park in southern Arizona, but the controversy and dangers of immigrants trying […]
Homeschool Happenings Desert Hike (Registration Required, Limit 20 Participants) 3/9/23 10AM-1PM – Animals – Events
Take your kids on a hike through the Sonoran Desert with Ranger Derik to learn about the plants and animals that live there. Join Ranger Derik on the 2.6-mile Baseline Trail. We will be meeting at the Nature Center and heading out as a group from there. The trail is rocky and uneven, so […]
