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Santa Cruz County urges prompt sentencing for treasurer after delay

NOGARES, Ariz. The case of Elizabeth Guffer, the former Santa Cruz County treasurer found guilty of embezzling nearly $40 million, continues to frustrate county leaders and residents. This scandal stands as one of the most significant instances of government fraud in Arizona’s history, leaving a deep mark on the community. District 3 supervisor John Fanning […]

Senator Gabaldon Recognized for Leadership at CSA Gathering in Santa Cruz County

This article summarizes key points from a recent meeting of the Santa Cruz County Board of Supervisors. For a deeper understanding, viewers are encouraged to watch the full meeting video. Santa Cruz County is set to enhance its governance and community services following a significant meeting held on July 23, 2025. A key moment came […]

Chris Young talks about his position as Deputy County Manager of Santa Cruz County.

This article summarizes key points from a meeting, highlighting discussions with Deputy County Manager Chris Young. For full context, please refer to the complete meeting video. The Santa Cruz County Government meeting on August 1, 2025, featured a compelling dialogue led by Deputy County Manager Chris Young. He was greeted warmly at the beginning and […]

Santa Cruz County School Board Selects New Superintendent Starting July 2025

This article summarizes discussions from a recent meeting and suggests referencing the full video for more insights. A significant moment occurred in the Santa Cruz County Board of Supervisors’ chamber during a special meeting on July 23, 2025. The tone was serious as board members prepared to make crucial decisions regarding the leadership of the […]

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 […]

Former Santa Cruz County treasurer sentenced to 10 years in prison

Former County Treasurer Sentenced for Embezzlement Elizabeth Guffer, the former treasurer of Santa Cruz County, was sentenced to 10 years in prison on Monday for unlawfully taking nearly $39 million over a decade. The 63-year-old Guffer, dressed in black, stood quietly as US District Judge Rosemary Marquez delivered the sentence in a Tucson federal court, […]

Santa Cruz County Jury unable to reach a decision in child molestation case

Child Abuse Trial Ends in Deadlock After three days of jury deliberations, the twelve jurors could not reach a decision in the case involving Emmanuel Manriquez, who faced serious charges related to child abuse. Manriquez was up against four separate counts, which included one charge of child abuse, one attempt at child abuse, and two […]

Former Santa Cruz County Treasurer Admits to Stealing $38 Million from Taxpayers

Elizabeth Gutfahr, a former treasurer of Santa Cruz County, recently pleaded guilty to serious allegations of embezzling nearly $38 million from taxpayers. Serving in her role from 2012 until 2024, Gutfahr also neglected to pay over $13 million in income taxes during her tenure. A press release from the Department of Justice details how she […]

Suspected Embezzlement in Santa Cruz County Keeps Sparking Concerns

Response to Alleged Misuse of Arizona Taxpayer Funds Republican lawmakers have reacted to serious allegations involving the misuse of taxpayer funds in Santa Cruz County, Arizona. Last month, Arizona Speaker Matt Gress, who heads the Joint Legislative Audit Committee (JLAC), addressed an investigation report from the Arizona Auditor’s Office that pointed to significant financial misconduct […]