How often in this modern age we forget the people who have molded the history of our country, in particular our nations heroes who served in uniform. The WWII era and Korean War’s historical significance hang heavy when talking about America’s legacy of...
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Fire departments seeking volunteers
Local firefighters held a fire day Saturday, March 5, at the Pioneer Park in Kearny as a way to show local residents what is involved in the job and to, perhaps, find some new volunteers. Winkelman and Kearny Fire Departments participated before a crowd...
Superior Dance Company taking a big step
Superior Dance Company and its dancers have been offered a golden opportunity. Rebuild Superior and Regenerating Sonora have paid for the dance company to attend the Ballet Folklorico de Mexico de Amalia Hernandez concert at Mesa Arts Center on...
Two Miner wrestlers return as state placers from championship
By Nathaniel A. Lopez The San Manuel wrestling team had four wrestlers compete in the Division IV State Wrestling Tournament over the weekend. On Friday, Feb. 18, Raymond Garcia, Jakob Tafoya, Aiden Lozoya and Aedon Hawkins geared up to wrestle at the Arizona...
Support Local: Happy Suds Laundromat
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...
James Fuerstenberg wins first place in state essay contest
Kearny Elks #2478 and the Americanism Committee of the Arizona Elks Association are proud to announce the first-place winner of the State Essay Contest for the 5th and 6th grade category as James Fuerstenberg. James’ essay on “What does it mean to...
Pinal County redistricting will break up Copper Corridor
Every 10 years, Pinal County is required to conduct a redistricting process that ensures each County Supervisor district has an equal number of residents per district. In the process, they must also consider the connectivity and congruent connection of the...
Public comments sought on changes to Air Force training areas
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...
Shop Local: Belinda’s Holistic Massage
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...
U.S. Mines produced an estimated $90.4 Billion in nonfuel mineral commodities during 2021; Arizona ranks No. 1 in production
U.S. mines produced approximately $90.4 billion in mineral commodities in 2021—a $9.7 billion increase over the 2020 revised total of $80.7 billion—the U.S. Geological Survey announced recently. This information comes from the 27th annual Mineral...