Tonto Creek Bridge over flooding zone opens in Arizona
The Tonto Creek Bridge in Gila County officially opened to traffic on Monday, June 17, after two years of construction and decades of outreach. The $25 million bridge opened at 9 a.m. Monday, Gila County Engineer Tom Goodman confirmed. The bridge connects the flood-prone west and east sides of the Tonto River, providing safe passage […]
Four indicted in Preston Lord homicide investigation in Queen Creek
PHOENIX — A grand jury has indicted four people in the death of Preston Lord, officials said. The Queen Creek Police Department and Maricopa County Attorney's Office are providing an update on the Preston Road homicide investigation. The announcement comes as the East Valley community pressures law enforcement officials to make an arrest in the […]
Poarch Band of Creek Indians Former Tribal Chair Eddie Tullis receives lifetime achievement award
The Atmore Chamber of Commerce recently honored former Poarch Band of Creek Indian Tribal Chairman Eddie Tallis with its Annual Achievement Award. According to the tribe, Tallis was chosen to receive this award in recognition of his long career, active involvement in the community and his accomplishments. Locally, it has a significant and positive impact. […]
Judge puts brakes on water transfer from rural La Paz County to City of Queen Creek – Parker Live
A judge puts the brakes on a plan to transfer water from farms along the Colorado River in rural La Paz County to the city of Queen Creek near Phoenix, a victory for a coalition of western Arizona counties that banded together to fight the transfer. did. In 2018, GSC Farms near Cibola agreed to […]
New Flood Maps Effective for Oak Creek Canyon
Audio for this article is made possible by the CAST11 Prescott Podcast Network. A Talking Glass Media production. Effective February 8, 2024, a digital flood hazard map is in effect for portions of Oak Creek Canyon in Yavapai County. This includes parts of the city of Sedona in Yavapai County. Flood maps for portions of […]
New Flood Maps Now Effective for Oak Creek Canyon in Yavapai County | Prescott Valley Times local news
Effective February 8, 2024, a digital flood hazard map is in effect for portions of Oak Creek Canyon in Yavapai County. This includes portions of the city of Sedona in Yavapai County. Flood maps for portions of Oak Creek Canyon and tributaries in Coconino County became effective March 21, 2023. Flood maps are known as […]
Fossil Creek needs road improvements to aid thousands of rescues
PHOENIX — Arizona lawmakers are calling on Sen. Mark Kelly to intervene in Gila County's “prolonged public safety crisis.” Arizona Rep. David Cook sent a letter to Kelly last week asking for support for Fossil Creek, which is popular with hikers and campers. Near the creek, he has 24 miles of dirt road near Route […]
David Rainer: Perseverance makes Big Canoe Creek Nature Preserve a reality
St. Clair County Commission Chairman Stan Batemon proposed an addition to the Big Canoe Creek Nature Preserve outside Springville, which opened to the public last weekend. Batemon wants to erect a sign that reads “Perseverance” to honor Doug Morrison, one of the key figures who fought to protect our biologically diverse property. Morrison, the conservation […]
‘Beaver Creek John Doe’ identified after being found dead in AZ in 2011
YAVAPAI COUNTY, Ariz. — Genealogy experts from across the country have successfully determined the identity of a man found dead in Yavapai County more than a decade ago. “Beavercreek John Doe” was discovered near a hiking area in 2011. His body was found without his wallet, and his identity remained a mystery, even though he […]
Poarch Band of Creek Indians awards $250k to support seniors at local community center
At a press conference in Madison yesterday, the Poarch Band of Creek Indians announced it has awarded a $250,000 grant to Madison Visionary Partners. The funds will go toward construction of a new Madison Community Center senior wing. Melanie Thornton, executive director of Madison Visionary Partners (MVP), expressed her gratitude to the tribes and thanked […]
