Robert “Bobby” Chavez Sr., 65, of Hayden, Arizona entered into eternal rest in the early morning of Sunday, Feb. 28, 2021. Robert was born the youngest son of Guillermo and Cruzita Chavez on June 18, 1955 in Ray, Arizona. Robert grew up with a brother and...
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Delia Aguirre Benavidez
Delia Aguirre Benavidez passed away on Feb. 16, 2021. After a long and courageous battle with liver disease, she ultimately contracted COVID-19, to which her untimely death is attributed. She was born to Manuel B. and Grace Aguirre on May 25, 1953. After high...
Shop at Home: Eddie Tire & Automotive/NAPA Auto Care Center
In April, 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 to...
Bearcats continue quest for state tourney; Lady Bearcats end season in first round of playoffs
By Nathaniel A. Lopez On Tuesday March 2, The Ray basketball teams hosted Fort Thomas for the final game of the regular season. “We've struggled to get over the humps these last few games,” Coach Vanessa Camacho commented on their 29-55 loss against Fort...
From the Mayor’s Desk: Water Issues, A New Manager and the Kearny Ambulance
Hello there! February was a busy month for the town. Let me tell you about it. This update is to inform you and provide some transparency as to what is going on with the town and at the council meetings for those that may not be able to attend. Meetings are held on...
Hayden-Winkelman Unified School District names Employees of the Month
The Hayden-Winkelman Unified School District new employees of the month awards were presented at the Governing Board at the March 4 meeting by President Tommy Lagunas. The employees are nominated by their peers each month. These employees selected go above...
Derek Figueroa to play for Mesa Community College
One young man took charge of his future last week. On March 3, in the lobby of Ray High School's gymnasium with a banner of the school's mascot hanging above, a table sat with a letter of intent atop it. A small group of family and coaches gathered in masks,...
Tonto National Forest withdraws Final Environmental Impact Statement for Resolution Copper
On March 1, 2021, the United States Department of Agriculture which oversees the United States Forest Service made the following announcement on its website (https://www.resolutionmineeis.us) regarding the Resolution Copper Project. On Jan. 15, 2021, the...
Resolution Copper maintains public access to Oak Flat campground
Resolution Copper will maintain public access to areas within Oak Flat including the campground and recreational trails and climbing, after completion of the land exchange mandated by bipartisan legislation that passed Congress in 2014. Resolution Copper...
Bridge girder placement moves Pinto Creek project forward; expect minor delays on US 60 between Superior and Globe
Motorists traveling US 60 between Superior and Globe will see the new Pinto Creek Bridge come into shape in the coming months as crews begin placing girders that will form the structure’s deck. The work started Monday, March 1, and requires lane restrictions...