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Local opposition leads to reversal on Springerville mobile home development
In a public hearing on July 17, the Springerville Town Council voted to revoke a previously approved conditional use permit for a proposed mobile home park at 64 North D Street, after hearing strong community resistance. The hearing, filled with concerned citizens and impassioned speeches, emphasized the town’s divisions over the development.
Seeking a smooth mind on the edge of the storm
Plagued by last-minute chores and overdue deadlines, we left hours later than we planned. By the time we found ourselves looking for a room along the quiet streets of Springerville, the monsoon clouds had gathered and the light had begun to lengthen. We had only the most rudimentary of plans....
Richard Pena
Richard R. Pena passed away peacefully on Friday, July 5, 2024 at the age of 88 in Eagar, Arizona, surrounded by his family. Richard was born September 11, 1935 to Joe Pena and Lola Romero Pena in a house known as Paisley Place on Main Street in Eagar. It is still there today. His family moved to Morenci, Arizona where he attended school through seventh grade and then moved to Springerville, Arizona to finish eighth grade through high school.
Fiber artists meet in Concho
Come join the Twisted Threads Fiber Guild in Concho on the second Thursday of the month at the Mellon Center at 99 Frontage Rd. in Concho. Bring your lunch and food to share, if so inclined. The guild is a non-profit group that strives to share and preserve knowledge in...
Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care Fair on Sept. 18
Are you facing Alzheimer's or dementia? Did you miss our Valentine’s Day Care Fair? Don’t worry!. The Apache County Library District is hosting an Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care Fair from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sept. 18 at the American Legion Post, 825 E. Main St., in Springerville.
Duck Lake Fire Update: 31 Acres and Ongoing Monitoring
SPRINGERVILLE, Ariz. – July 12, 2024 – The lightning caused Duck Lake fire was. discovered on July 5, 2024. The fire is currently at 31 acres in size and is located off of Forest Road. (FR)116 and FR72, and near FR72M. Firefighting resources include 1 Type 3 engine,...
Eagar Town Council approves opioid settlement, budget, and more in July meeting
The ratification of the Kroger opioid settlement agreement was a focus of the Eagar Town Council meeting on July 2. The settlement is part of a broader national effort to address the opioid crisis and allocate funds for remediation programs across participating states and subdivisions. Kroger opioid settlement agreement.
Absolute Auction by AAWM
In a spirited effort to make more room for the talented artists of the White Mountains, the Arts Alliance of the White Mountains is hosting “An Absolute Auction” on Sunday, July 21, starting at 1 p.m. The event, featuring a genuine auctioneer from Concho, Gary Freeman, promises excitement and entertainment for all attendees. Bidding cards are $10, and that money will be applied to the first purchase.
Manuelita “Millie” Sandoval
Manuelita “Millie” Sandoval, Born March 16, 1956, in St. Johns, Arizona Passed away July 2, 2024, in Albuquerque, NM She grew up in San Rafael, NM and Grants, NM Preceded in death by her Grandparents Andres Gurule & Manuelita Gurule Her parents Florenio Leyba & Maria Gurule She is survived by her Amazing and Loving Husband Leo Sandoval, very happily married for over 20 years.
Duck Lake Fire Update/Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest
SPRINGERVILLE, Ariz. – July 12, 2024 – The lightning caused Duck Lake fire was. discovered on July 5, 2024. The fire is currently at 31 acres in size and is located off of Forest Road (FR)116 and FR72, and near FR72M. Firefighting resources include 1 Type 3 engine, and 1 Type 6 engine.
Lightning-Caused Duck Lake Fire Discovered in Springerville: Currently at 26 Acres
SPRINGERVILLE, Ariz. – July 09, 2024 – The lightning-caused Duck Lake fire was. discovered on July 5, and is currently at 26 acres in size. The fire is located off of Forest Road. (FR)116 and FR72, and near FR72M. Firefighting resources include 1 Type 3 engine, and 1...
SRP seeks to add battery storage to coal-fired plant site
The Salt River Project is exploring the option to add a cutting edge energy storage system to the Coronado Generating Station site in St. Johns for power generated by the growing number of solar and wind power plants in the region. The experimental battery plant would store up to 50...
Springerville joins AC cities in water rights settlement approval
In a special town council meeting held on June 26, Springerville became the last of Apache County’s three incorporated cities to endorse the Northeastern Arizona Indian Water Rights Settlement Agreement. This unanimous approval concludes a series of local governmental consents needed to solidify a landmark resolution of longstanding water disputes that have embroiled Northeastern Arizona for decades.
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