County Supes make stand against pozzolan mining | Williams-Grand Canyon News
WILLIAMS, Arizona — The Coconino County Board of Supervisors opposes proposed pozzolana mining at Mount Bill Williams. On April 7, the Board of Supervisors issued a statement opposing Drake Cement’s intention to mine pozzolan for its cement operations in Paulden, Arizona. The supervisor also submitted a letter to the US Forest Service opposing the exploration […]
Stargazing (Registration Required, Limit 20) – Astronomy – Events
Join Ranger Steve in front of the Lake Pleasant Discovery Center for an evening of stargazing! Click program title for more details. Join Ranger Steve for an evening of Stargazing above the shoreline of Lake Pleasant. A selection of celestial objects will be viewed through the telescope, along with a discussion of various topics […]
YPD to be on impaired driving detail for Cinco de Mayo
Yuma, Arizona (KYMA, KECY) – The Yuma Police Department will conduct a Disabled Driving Detail on the Cinco de Mayo holiday weekend. The crackdown will take place from Thursday, May 4th through Sunday, May 7th, driving through the streets of Yuma to stop and arrest affected drivers. The YPD also said it would “proactively enforce […]
Mattachione: Support Apache Junction school district change to traditional academic model
By Jack Mattachione of Apache Junction At a school in the Apache Junction Unified School District, several agitators disrupted a secretly requested formal school board caucus meeting to discuss a mutually agreed termination to terminate the superintendent’s employment contract. The irrational emotional danger is growing. As State Superintendent Tom Horn reported, there is a shift […]
Discovery Station: Desert Palms – Plants – Events
Have you ever wondered about the Preserve’s historic stand of palm trees? Then join Ranger Eric to learn about them at this discovery station near the Visitor Center. Click on program title for more details. Join Ranger Eric to learn about the Preserve’s historic stand of California fan palms, how these tropical trees […]
Cochise County resident recovering after losing home in Williams Fire last week
Alexis Lamanjour Click here for updates on this story Hereford, Arizona (KGUN) — Joy Vanveen left home last Monday for a short trip to Benson. Little did she know that this would be the last time she would be able to walk through the front door. “I was so desperate,” Bamveen said. “I was hoping […]
Guided Nature Walk (Registration Required, Limit 12 Participants) – Animals – Events
Join Ranger Eric for a guided nature walk on the Preserve’s trails. Click on program title for more details. Join Ranger Eric for an easy-paced, guided walk along the Preserve trails to learn about the plants, animals, ecology, and history of the Hassayampa River Preserve. Please wear sun protection and carry ample water. […]
Abba-fueled fundraiser for children to celebrate moms
Arizona Daily Star Loni Nanini Special Mamma Mia! It’s not just a musical. Her 2023 Remarkable Tribute to Her Mama in Tucson and Tu Nidito Children and Family Services Signature Fundraising at Her Principal in Tucson, 2950 N. Camino, Saturday, May 13 at 6:00 pm activity. According to Debbie Rich, director of philanthropy and communications […]
Cactus Hike – Plants – Events
Join Ranger Nikki on an easy to moderate hike to search for flowering saguaros and other cacti. Click program title for more details. Join Ranger Nikki on a 4.5-mile hike on easy to moderate terrain to search for saguaro blossoms and other flowering cacti such as cholla and barrel. The route will follow San […]
Case against Pinal County Supervisor Kevin Cavanaugh settled for $40K
Two Pinal County employees will receive $40,000 after county officials settle a lawsuit accusing them of spreading retaliatory hoaxes. The settlement comes months after an independent investigation commissioned by the county found that supervisor Kevin Kavanaugh had filed an employee compensation claim last year with the Pinal County Attorney’s Office that had no factual basis. […]
