Could Pinal County become the Detroit of electric vehicles?

As rising fuel prices drain the wallets of commuters statewide and nationally, Electric car (EVs) look even more attractive than in the halcyon days when a gallon of gas was under $3. Pinal County aspires to become the Detroit of electric vehicles. However, many EV options run counter to the “affordable” label, and the limited […]

Arizona electric cooperative gives profits to members to offset prices

A provincial energy cooperative will offer full 2022 profits to stabilize members’ bills in an unprecedented decision Wednesday as natural gas prices soar and customers charge higher energy bills. decided to The nonprofit Sulfur Springs Valley Electric Cooperative is a member-owned distribution cooperative that powers more than 60,000 locations, including homes, businesses, electric wells and […]

Juvenile on electric bicycle collides with truck

John Johnson File Photo/Gila Herald GRAHAM COUNTY – A 13-year-old boy was treated Thursday for a broken arm and facial lacerations after being hit by a truck while riding an electric bike south of Safford. A deputy from the Graham County Sheriff’s Office was dispatched to the South Lebanon Loop Road and Ann’s Ranch Road […]

New Wilson Electric training facility at Central Arizona College’s Apache Junction campus

The ribbon was recently cut for the new Wilson Electric training facility at Central Arizona College’s Superstition Mountain Campus at 805 S. Idaho Road, Apache Junction. According to the release, the facility was designed and built by Wilson Electric to provide industry-standard training opportunities for students in the Commercial Electrician and Installer Certification Program. In […]