The Copper Corridor region is used to playing a large role in the practice and training of both US and Arizona air troops. It is not uncommon to see several Air Force jets flying in formation or hearing the jets whiz by over your head on a walk or even an...
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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...
Ray teams, Lady Lobos close out 2021-2022 season; Lobos to ‘play in’ for playoff standing
By Nathaniel A. Lopez The winter season has officially drawn to a close for Ray’s boys and girls teams as well as for the Lady Lobos. The playoff dreams for the Hayden Lobos remain in reach and depend on the outcome of yesterday’s play in game. Due to a...
Local School Districts Facing Massive Cuts Due to New Expenditure Limit Proposal
We have another major hurdle facing public education coming up in just over a month. In 1980, concerned by some of the budget increases other states were pushing through, Arizona legislators developed a cap on public education fund spending. It is called the aggregate...
Kearny Police Report – February 2, 2022
Items are given to the Copper Basin News by the Kearny Police Department and reflect information available at the time the report is compiled. Activity listed Jan. 9 – Jan. 22. Jan. 18 Theft was reported in the...
Ray High School releases honor rolls
Ray High School has released the Honor Rolls for the first semester of the 2021-22 academic year. First Semester 3.5-4.0 honor students include: Seniors – Isaiah Azevedo, Jacob Barajas*, Mia Barragan, Brina Morales*, Ariana Munoz, Tracon Naranjo*,...
Hayden, Ray basketball teams have busy week, wrapping up regular season play
The Ray and Hayden teams had busy weeks, finishing up the regular seasons and preparing for the sectional tournaments. Ray hosted three teams this week. On Jan. 24, the Superior basketball team came to compete. The Lady 'Cats played a tough game,...
Hayden, Ray basketball teams have busy week, wrapping up regular season play
The Ray and Hayden teams had busy weeks, finishing up the regular seasons and preparing for the sectional tournaments. Ray hosted three teams this week. On Jan. 24, the Superior basketball team came to compete. The Lady 'Cats played a tough game,...
Bearcats post big win over San Manuel
The Ray basketball teams had another busy week on the courts. The week started off with both teams traveling to San Manuel to face off against the Miners. The Lady 'Cats played a tough game, but fell short at the end, resulting in a 42-64 loss. The Bearcats...
Central Arizona College lists names of December 2021 graduates
PINAL COUNTY, AZ – Central Arizona College last week recognized the Fall 2021 graduating class and celebrates their success. Three students graduated from the Aravaipa Campus. Braden Chester, Associate of Arts* Bianca Yvette Dominguez, Associate of Arts*...