By Mila Besich Education has always been a priority for my family, and it was a frequent topic of discussion growing up. With my own children, the conversation continued. As the daughter and granddaughter of miners, attaining a college education was a fervent...
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San Carlos Apache Tribe files lawsuit against Forest Service over Oak Flat transfer
The San Carlos Apache Tribe (“Tribe”) filed a motion for a preliminary injunction and declaratory relief to stop the Forest Service from trading sacred tribal sites at Chich'il Bildagoteel, also known as Oak Flat, to foreign mining companies seeking to...
Tim Kanavel Remembered
On Feb. 9, 2021, Tim Kanavel lost his battle with complications due to COVID-19. Kanavel was Pinal County’s first Economic Development Director, hired in 2009. He helped to improve the economic health of the entire county and was a friend to the Copper Corridor....
San Carlos Apache Tribe files lawsuit against Forest Service over Oak Flat transfer
The San Carlos Apache Tribe (“Tribe”) filed a motion for a preliminary injunction and declaratory relief to stop the Forest Service from trading sacred tribal sites at Chich'il Bildagoteel, also known as Oak Flat, to foreign mining companies seeking to...
My Turn: Resolution Copper Needs to Move Forward – With Permits in Place
Mila Besich, Mayor of Superior, AZ Superior is my hometown where my family has lived for generations. As its name implies, it is one of the most superior and scenic places in Arizona. From the surrounding mountains and canyons to trails and rock climbing to...
Area Agency on Aging warns of potential COVID-19 scams
The Pinal-Gila Council for Senior Citizens, Area Agency on Aging for Pinal and Gila County warning older populations that they may be targets for COVID-19 related scams. The Senior Medicare Patrol (SMP) recommends the following for Medicare beneficiaries:...
Delbert O. Burke
Aug 25, 1940 to Feb 06, 2021 Delbert O. Burke was born Aug. 25, 1940, in Oklahoma, and passed away Feb. 6, 2021, at home in Winkelman. He served in the U.S. Army, moved to Winkelman in 1968 when he started to work at Kennecott soon after opened Burke’s Feed...
Resolution Copper completes $75 million restoration of historic mining land
Resolution Copper completes $75 million restoration of historic mining land; 15-year project cleans up 475 acres of land impacted by historical mining activities of Magma Copper Company Resolution Copper has completed a $75 million restoration and reclamation...
Shop at Home: Bruzzi Vineyard’s Superior Tasting Room
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...
Shop at Home: Giorsetti’s Superior Grocery
The sign says it all. 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...