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Football means more at Vista Grande
CASA GRANDE, Ariz. — When you mention Casa Grande, Union High School comes to mind. But in recent years, Vista Grande High School has started to make a name for themselves. Leading the Spartans is head coach Jon Roberts. “This is my father, Tad Roberts. His real name is...
Surprise graduate’s essay is best in state
Recent Valley Vista High School graduate Ava Stevenson placed first in Arizona in the Securities Industry and Financial Markets Association Foundation’s Spring 2024 National InvestWrite competition. During her senior year, Stevenson took part in the Stock Market Game, a SIFMA Foundation financial education program where students invest a hypothetical...
Could there be safety changes made at Havasupai Falls?
SUPAI, AZ (AZFamily) — When Whitnye Raquel was being airlifted to safety from Havasupai Falls, she recorded a video to remember the relief she felt in that moment. Raquel was one of more than 100 people who had to be saved after flash flooding swept through the area last week.
Hildale's New Horizon: Beyond the Shadows of FLDS
Donia Jessop, the first woman mayor of Hildale, Utah, has led a significant transformation in her community over her seven years in office. Known previously for being under the control of the polygamous prophet Warren Jeffs and his FLDS church, the community has shifted away from its dark past. Mayor Jessop has overseen developments including new businesses, office complexes, public schools, and a shopping center. Despite some FLDS members still residing in the area, many have left or were evicted for tax reasons. Samuel Bateman, an FLDS follower claiming to be a new prophet, was recently imprisoned, reminding the community of its troubled history. The town now embraces a future welcoming all, including those returning after being exiled.
DOJ to hold public meeting on Phoenix police investigation Thursday afternoon
PHOENIX — The Department of Justice will hold an online meeting to discuss the progress that has been made since it released its scathing report on the Phoenix Police Department's practices. The DOJ revealed earlier this summer that its three-year-long investigation led to the conclusion that Phoenix police had...
Arizona football vs New Mexico schedule, time, TV channel: How to watch game Saturday
The Arizona Wildcats host the New Mexico Lobos in a Week 1 college football game on Saturday, Aug. 31 at Arizona Stadium in Tucson. Here's a look at the time, channel and broadcast information for the non-conference college football game. ...
Thursday Showers Expected in Flagstaff: Cooler Temperatures for Labor Day Weekend
Flagstaff, AZ – Showers are expected in Flagstaff on Thursday, with temperatures peaking at 76°F. The National Weather Service forecasts a 42% chance of rain in the Flagstaff area, with cooler temperatures prevailing as the day progresses. Areas nearby, like Williams and Sedona, could also experience similar conditions, with rain chances ranging from 30% to 50%.
Bids out for Rancho Santa Fe Parkway project
KINGMAN – Five Arizona construction firms and another in Colorado have plan holder status and are in position to possibly submit bids to build an Interstate 40 traffic interchange (TI) in Kingman. The Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) is scheduled on Sept. 6 to open bids for the Rancho Santa Fe Parkway TI.
40th anniversary celebrated in style
Throngs of people lined the Colorado River in community Park last Sunday to watch the antics on the water as more than 100 boaters and Sea Doo riders were on the water to celebrate the 40th Anniversary of Bullhead City. Photo by Kane Wickham. BULLHEAD CITY – Last Sunday, Bullhead...
Physicist wins $5M NSF grant to advance research in quantum physics
An NAU physicist is spearheading groundbreaking new quantum physics research, a field with the potential to revolutionize computing, communication, security and sensing on a global scale. Ryan Behunin, an associate professor in the Department of Applied Physics and Materials Science, is the principal investigator on the $5 million, five-year project....
Sun Devil Cross Country Opens Season at George Kyte Classic
TEMPE, Ariz. – Backed by an established veteran presence and a group of talented newcomers, Sun Devil Cross Country will open its 2024 season at the George Kyte Classic this Saturday, August 31, at Buffalo Park in Flagstaff, Arizona. Hosted by perennial powerhouse Northern Arizona, the Sun Devils will...
DOE announces $5 million to help expand solar power in Navajo Nation
FLAGSTAFF, AZ (AZFamily) — The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) announced Wednesday a multimillion-dollar investment to help provide hundreds of homes on the Navajo Nation with solar panels. With the vastness of the Navajo Nation, reliable electricity can be an issue. Even today, around 15,000 homes lack access to...
Phoenix Mercury's Sophie Cunningham ejected in loss to Lynx; Caitlin Clark, Fever close in
With their frustrations boiling over because of the officiating, the Phoenix Mercury couldn’t get a handle on the Minnesota Lynx on Wednesday at Footprint Center. And Caitlin Clark's Indiana Fever tightened the playoff race with an upset victory against Connecticut. ...
Phoenix neighborhood awarded $2.5 million as part of revitalization efforts
PHOENIX — The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development awarded $2.5 million to continue the revitalization efforts of the Edison-Eastlake neighborhood in Phoenix. The grant will support developments, including new housing, bigger public spaces and enhanced community services, according to a press release. “We’re proud of the progress...
Cause of brush fire remains under investigation
BULLHEAD CITY/LAUGHLIN – The Clark County Fire Department held a unified command with the Bureau of Land Management and the National Park Service on the 63-acre fire along the Colorado River between Laughlin and Bullhead City that occurred last week. The large brush fire created smoke that could be seen for miles but did not threaten structures. This fire was finally brought under control with the assistance of helicopter drops from nearby Arizona BLM aviation resources.
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