Community Raises Concerns About Mary Darling’s Library Board Appointment in Nogales
Public input took center stage during a regular meeting in Nogales on July 2, 2025. Community members voiced strong opinions about the appointment of Marederlin to the Library Committee. Concerns were raised regarding the alignment of library content with community values. Local resident Marco Antonio Flores expressed appreciation for Darling’s contributions, especially her work on […]
Nogales City Council Explains the Situation with Armory Grants and Oversight Duties
At Nogales City Hall, vibrant discussions were underway as the mayor and council members tackled the challenges related to the future of significant architectural projects. The atmosphere was charged while civil servants dealt with the ongoing renovation of the armory, a subject that has generated both curiosity and confusion among council members. The central topic […]
Nogales City Council Chooses to Eliminate Secondary Water Charge and Names Judy Armendariz
A significant decision was made during a special session of the Nogales City Council on August 13, 2025, when officials decided to revise water rates for mobile home parks. They discussed Ordinance No. 2025-08-005, which aims to eliminate previously charged secondary fees in mobile home communities, including Mariposa Manor. The mayor and council members emphasized […]
Nogales City Council selects Councilwoman Ana Parada for the Port Authority board
This article summarizes key points from a recent Nogales City Council meeting regarding the appointment of representatives for the Greater Nogales Santa Cruz County Port Authority. Councillor Anna Parada has been appointed to the board, making history as the first woman to hold this role. This decision sparked mixed reactions among council members and reignited […]
Circles of Peace supports 2,237 people with community initiatives in Nogales
Meeting Highlights from Nogales Housing Authority A recent gathering of the Nogales Housing Authority emphasized a significant initiative aimed at bolstering support for local residents. One main point of focus was the ongoing efforts of Circles of Peace, which invests over $90,000 annually in community programming, staffing, and resources. This funding facilitates a range of […]
Nogales Fire Department collaborates with Santa Cruz County for summer camp initiative
This article summarizes recent discussions from a meeting on July 2, 2025, in Nogales, where city officials addressed several important topics related to community engagement and support. One notable update came from the Business Licensing department, which reported 2,893 active business licenses. In May, 32 licenses were either cancelled or suspended—25 of these being temporary […]
Nogales city manager outlines upgrades to infrastructure and successes in grant funding
This article is based on video recordings of meetings. Key points are summarized, but for more details, please refer to the complete meeting video. Concerns regarding the Library Board’s appointments led to a lively discussion during a meeting in Nogales on July 2, 2025. Council members raised issues about the effects of political alliances on […]
Man identified in shooting of DPS officer in Nogales; facing 9 charges
Update: 6/10 The individual charged with the shooting involving the Arizona Department of Public Safety in Nogales on Sunday, June 8th, has been named as Daniel Ulysses Covalbias. A complaint filed in Santa Cruz County Court claims that Covalbias acted with knowledge that his actions could “result in death to law enforcement officials.” The complaint […]
Groundbreaking in Nogales: New mining project center promises local jobs | News
NOGARES, Arizona (KVOA) – In southern Arizona, Australian mining company South32 has reached an important milestone as it smashed the ground at Nogares’ remote operation centre Centro. The centre is set up to support the Hermosa Mining Project. It promises to provide essential minerals and create hundreds of local jobs. In southern Arizona, Australian […]
Ranch Fire is burning uncontained northeast of Nogales
Firefighters continued their efforts to contain the ranch fire, a 2,751 acre wildfire in San Rafael Valley in Santa Cruz County. Located about 19 miles southeast of Patagonia in southern Arizona, lightning fired on June 4th, spreading rapidly south and southeast, fueling strong winds, heavy grass, brushes and oaks. Arizona Forestry and Fire Control Bureau. […]