Apache Junction Police: SPIDR Tech to improve communications with 911 callers
The Apache Junction Police Department recently implemented a new tool, SPIDR Tech, to enhance communication with 911 callers, reporters, crime victims, and gather feedback on interactions with police. According to the release, using the SPIDR Tech platform, when a service call is sent to the dispatcher, the software will automatically text or email the reporter […]
Secretary Fontes Visits Pinal, Apache, And Navajo Counties As Part of Statewide Tour To Help Prepare For 2024 Elections
phoenix – Secretary of State Adrian Fontes yesterday completed the latest destinations on his statewide tour, visiting Pinal, Apache and Navajo counties. The tour is part of Secretary Fontes’ commitment to help all 15 of his Arizona counties prepare for the next big election cycle in 2024. Fontes said: State, I am committed to providing […]
Halloween Festival planned in Apache Junction
Halloween is approaching and Apache Junction Parks and Recreation wants to make your night spooky. The annual Halloween Festival will be held on Saturday, October 29 from 4-8pm at Superstition Shadows Park at 1091 Southwest Avenue. Participation in the event is free for the community. “We’re bringing back the popular trunk-or-treat, sponsored by Lost Dutchman […]
Arizona Department of Health Services recommends masks for Apache, Navajo counties
Due to rising COVID-19 case rates in Apache and Navajo counties, the Arizona Department of Health recommends wearing masks in those counties. It’s labeled ‘COVID Community Level’ and recommends wearing a mask indoors. And while some of Arizona’s other counties, including Maricopa and Pima, are under the “moderate community level” label, State Department of Health […]
George Medhurst Wratten — Apache interpreter and friend, Part 2 | Vision
Hells 40 Acres — San Carlos The following details about George Medhurst Ratten are based on a manuscript by one of his sons, Albert Ratten. Albert Tratten wrote extensive manuscripts about his father’s work. The manuscript was never published. During the early history of encounters between whites and Apaches in Arizona and New Mexico, the […]
Apache County board appoints Blackwater-Nygren to Arizona House
Apache County Board Appoints Blackwater Nyglen to Arizona House – KTAR.com arizona news Has been updated: February 10, 2021 11:59 AM (Photo of the Navajo, left; photo of the Arizona State Capitol Museum) PHOENIX – The Arizona House will soon welcome new faces after Jasmine Blackwater Nyglen was appointed Tuesday to fill the spot vacated […]
Tonto Apache Tribe To Develop Tribal Lands
Payson, Arizona – The Tonto Apache tribe develops tribal lands bordering Payson, Arizona, now known as Apache Corners. Apache Corners now projected to include family entertainment center, new restaurants, distillery, new convenience store, grocery store, RV park, light industry, warehouse space, health center with education and workforce development training facilities […]
Household hazardous waste collection Saturday in Apache Junction
The City of Apache Junction will host a collection event for household hazardous waste, white goods, electronics recycling, and a paper shredder on Saturday, March 4th. The event will be held at the City’s Public Works Yard, 575 E. Baseline, from 8:00 am to 12:00 pm. Household hazardous waste collection is usually for items that […]
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 […]
Greenlee Sheriff Sumner wants lawsuit against county moved to Apache, Greenlee BOS move to dismiss
Greenlee County Sheriff Tim Sumner wants Greenlee County’s complaint against BOS heard in Apache County, and the BOS is moving to seek his dismissal. John Johnson john johnson news@gmail.com Clifton – If whiskey is for drinking and water is for fighting (Mark Twain?), what is Greenlee County Sheriff Tim Sumner arguing with the Greenlee County […]
