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Fire destroys unoccupied house in Kearny

A house at 205 Fairhaven Rd. in Kearny was destroyed by fire Monday afternoon. There were no injuries or fatalities. No one was living in the house at the time. Kearny Volunteer Fire Department responded and brought the blaze under control. The houses next door were...

Bearcats stymied by Valley Union’s offense, defense

By Nathaniel A. Lopez Copper Basin News   The Bearcats football team traveled to Valley Union last Friday to start their season. Unfortunately, the team was unable to come home with the victory.   The Bearcats had a hard time keeping Valley Union's offense...

Support Local: La Cantina

In April 2020, COVID-19 brought much of Arizona’s economy to a screeching halt. All businesses not deemed “essential” were ordered closed by Arizona’s governor Doug Ducey.   The lockdown continued for nearly two months. When Gov. Ducey finally gave the go ahead...

Panthers to kick off 2021 season Friday at Desert Heights Prep

By Nathaniel A. Lopez Superior Sun   The Superior Panthers football team will kick off its season Friday, Aug. 20. The Panthers will travel to Desert Heights Prep for their first game under a new head coach, Joshua Denhalter. The Panthers are a relatively young...

Support Local: Amy Whatton Realty

  Amy is grateful for those families who use her services, even during the pandemic. In April 2020, COVID-19 brought much of Arizona’s economy to a screeching halt. All businesses not deemed “essential” were ordered closed by Arizona’s governor Doug Ducey.   The...

Installed and ready to communicate

  Oracle Fire District added something shiny and new to its fire station on American Avenue.   No. It’s not a new truck.   A brand new reader board was installed last week and according to Fire Chief Robert Jennings, it’s “absolutely perfect!”  ...

Ray heads out of town for season opener Friday

By Nathaniel A. Lopez Copper Basin News   The Ray football team will begin its season on Friday, Aug. 20, at 7 p.m., traveling to Valley Union to face off against the Blue Devils. This will be the team’s first game in over a year, since they decided to sit out...

Local resident raises funds for PTO in honor of his mom

Manny Palacios started “Lupe’s Jumbo Drive” in honor of his mom, Lupe Palacios. His goal is to help teachers and students with supplies. His niece Azalya Jimenez (l) presents a check for $777 to Melissa Day and members of Ray Bearcat Parent Teachers Organization.

Hayden to face off at home against Salome

By Nathaniel A. Lopez Copper Basin News   After sitting out for the 2020-21 season, the Hayden Lobos are set to return to the football field on Friday, Aug. 20, with a freedom game (non-region) against Salome. This will be the home opener for the Lobos. Kickoff...