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Arizona lawmakers visit Mexico amid border crisis
(The Center Square) – Some members of the Arizona congressional delegation visited Mexico City last week as the presidency transitions in the country. Eleven lawmakers, including Arizona Sen. Mark Kelly and Rep. Greg Stanton, met with President Andrés Manuel López Obrador as well as President-elect Claudia Sheinbaum for discussions that involved trade, the economy as well as border and immigration issues, according to a news release. “At a moment of...
Man pleads guilty to murder in deadly wrong-way DUI crash
APACHE JUNCTION, Ariz. — A Peoria man pleaded guilty to murder in a deadly wrong-way crash that killed a woman and injured her daughter. According to the Pinal County Attorney's office, Adam Parker, 38, pleaded guilty to Second Degree Murder, a Class 1 Felony; and Aggravated Assault, a Class 2 Felony Monday.
Record heat in Phoenix area: Mayes orders apartment complex to fix AC units
Heat envelops our lives in Arizona's Sonoran Desert. How does it define us? The Maricopa County Department of Public Health and Safety has confirmed 14 heat-related deaths since May, with 234 more deaths under investigation as the intense summer heat persists. As of this time in 2023, the county had recorded 12 heat-related deaths,...
Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo describes sequence of events that led to ejection
A bit of drama unfolded late in the Diamondbacks’ 10-4 loss to the Kansas City Royals. A beanball war involving Royals superstar shortstop Bobby Witt Jr. late resulted in Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo’s ejection in the seventh inning. Thank you for reading this post, don't forget to subscribe!
Arizona Diamondbacks trade rumors, speculation, updates before 2024 MLB trade deadline
The Arizona Diamondbacks are right in the thick of the 2024 MLB Playoffs race. Could they make some moves at the 2024 MLB trade deadline to try to make another run at a World Series title after winning the National League last season? ...
Arizona man arrested near Casper sentenced to 10-plus-years for cocaine, gun crimes
CASPER, Wyo. — A Phoenix, Arizona, resident pulled over during a traffic stop west of Casper in late February was sentenced to more than 10 years’ imprisonment for drug and gun crimes during a federal court hearing in Cheyenne on Monday. Giovanny Bustamante Ibarra received a five-month sentence...
Arizona tribes show support for San Carlos Apache amid wildfire
SAN CARLOS, Ariz. — Several Arizona tribes have extended support to the San Carlos Apache Tribe following a devastating wildfire that broke out July 11. The Watch Fire destroyed 13 homes and burned over 1,110 acres, leaving 75 people homeless and forcing the evacuation of more than 400 residents, according to the San Carlos Apache Tribe. The fire is the most serious structural blaze the area has seen in at least 30 years.
Catalyst Program Kicks Off Soon
Buckeye is excited to announce that its award-winning Catalyst Program will begin accepting applications on Thursday, August 1. Managed by Buckeye’s Economic Development Department, the Catalyst Program aims to revitalize the exterior of existing buildings through private investments. Local businesses can apply for up to $50,000 in city funding to enhance exterior elements. This year, the program features new or upgraded signage as a qualifying project, to accompany existing qualifying projects such as building facades, landscaping, lighting and more.
Living a Good Life Podcast Dives Into Small Business With Marnie Uhl
Marnie Uhl, President & CEO of the Prescott Valley Chamber of Commerce, joins the latest episode of the Living a Good Life podcast hosted by Fain Signature Group, CEO, Brad Fain. Marnie discusses how the Chamber of Commerce helped make Prescott Valley the place to do business as they reach...
Tracking former Southern Arizona & Arizona Wildcats baseball players in pros (7/23)
NOTE: This is a compilation of stats involving players from Southern Arizona and the Arizona Wildcats’ program in MLB-sanctioned leagues (MLB and minor leagues). The list does not include players in foreign leagues or independent leagues in the U.S. LOCAL BASEBALL PLAYERS IN THE PROS. Listing of local baseball...
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