Faith-based organizations in Douglas serve as shelters for asylum seekers

Douglas, Arizona — As Title 42’s expiration date looms, faith-based organizations in Douglas are working together to provide food and shelter to asylum seekers. “We care about people and this is a humane town,” said Pastor Peggy Christiansen of the First Presbyterian Church in Douglas. It’s unclear how many people will seek asylum through the […]

Jail Booking Report for February 28 – March 6

Below is a list of appointments from the Graham County Adult Detention Facility for February 28 – March 6, 2023. All information is collected from the prison’s reservation roster. The following are in prison, but each is presumed innocent until convicted in court. February 28th Marco Perez, Age 32, Third Degree Trespassing, Possession of drug […]

Should Foreign Governments Own CA Farmland and Water Rights? – GV Wire

Valley legislators amended bills to prevent foreign powers from owning agricultural land and having rights to water and food production. But concessions to the bill may have little impact on what lawmakers want to resolve. Senator Melissa Hartado (D-Bakersfield)’s Senate Bill 224 prohibits foreign government- and state-backed corporations from owning agricultural land in California and […]

RSHS announces Byron Bolen as the new Assistant Principal and Athletic Director

Courtesy of Rock Springs High School Wyo4News Staff, [email protected] [PRESS RELEASE] Rock Springs, Wyoming — Rock Springs High School and Sweetwater County First School District are pleased to announce the hiring of Byron Bohlen as their new Athletic Director and Assistant Principal for the 2023-2024 school year. Bohlen has extensive experience in school leadership, athletics […]

Cell tower opposition leads to proposal denial | News

When Dan Hartke was visiting his sister, a neighbor approached him and asked if he knew of a proposed cell tower next to his sister’s Three Points home. This was the first time Hartke or his sister had heard of it, and was due to be approved the following week. “If my sister had gotten […]

After Pinal errors, 4 changes could help Arizona avoid election recounts

a vote beat survey A Pinal County elections official issued Friday documented apparent errors in the vote count before the election was approved, but did not reveal them until a recount was forced. It meant that hundreds of votes were not counted. Following the findings, election experts and advocates say states should consider new rules […]

Arizona Department of Gaming Releases February Sports Betting Figures | The Buzz -The buzz in Bullhead City – Lake Havasu City – Kingman – Arizona – California

PHOENIX – Arizona bettors will bet over $609 million on sports in February 2023, according to new reportBy the Arizona State Gaming Authority. This is a nearly 24% increase compared to February 2018.2022.“The second month of 2023 saw a significant level of sports betting across the state.Compared to February 2022,” said ADG Director Jackie Johnson. […]

AZ sheriffs call for partnership as border restrictions about to lift

Three Arizona sheriffs warned that pandemic-era Title 42 restrictions on immigration will expire Thursday, using the opportunity to call the country’s immigration system a failure. Maricopa County Sheriff Paul Penzone, Yavapai County Sheriff David Rose, Pinal County Sheriff Mark Lamb, and Coconino County Sheriff’s Office Chief Deputy Brett Axland said the change in federal policy […]

Cochise County residents debate paying for a new jail

As Cochise County prepares to send out ballots for a special election in May, prison districts will be created to fund an estimated $100 million in facilities pending voter approval. plus 0.5 cent sales tax for 25 years. The county has expressed an opinion on adding a new tax to help fund projects. The special […]