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Accident injures one and damages new school bus

  An early morning accident last week sent one person to the hospital and made some Oracle students late for school.   On Tuesday, Oct. 26, at approximately 7:45 a.m., a two-vehicle accident was reported on Webb Road, between Oracle and San Manuel.  ...

Support Local: Mooseknuckle Prints

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...

Mountain Vista Closes Kindergarten Class

The COVID-19 pandemic has taught us all many things.  One particular lesson I have learned is the importance of rapid, accurate transparency.  Therefore, I'm reaching out to let our community know that Mountain Vista K-8 School is choosing to temporarily...

Hayden shuts out Bearcats, 68-0

  On Friday, October 1, the Hayden Lobos met with the Ray Bearcats underneath the lights of the Ray High School football field for the annual rivalry game. At the time, the Lobos held a 3-2 record while the Bearcats held a 2-3 record.   Noah Bellon carries...

Copper Town Days celebration and car show set for Oct. 9

  Year after year, for nine years, October has been a time for fun-seeking locals, as well as visitors pouring into the Tri-Community from far and wide, gathered together to celebrate their love of cars, cuisine and desert living at the Copper Town Days Car Show...

Upcoming shred event for Superior

  Pinal County Attorney Kent Volkmer, Superior Chamber of Commerce and AARP of Arizona Office would like to advise the public of an upcoming shred event for Superior. This free event provides residents an opportunity to properly dispose of important paperwork. Each...

Much-maligned trophies at home once again in San Manuel Gym

By Nathaniel A. Lopez   In August 2020, one photo sparked community outrage and backlash. The photo that rocked the community was of San Manuel High School Athletic trophies, thrown into a dumpster without care.   This event, now known as “Trophy Gate 2020,” was...

San Manuel High School crowns Homecoming Royalty

  In a tradition that is as timeless as fall itself, San Manuel High School celebrated Homecoming 2021 with a parade, bonfire and, of course, the crowning of the royalty.   This year’s Royalty are: Class of 2025 Dominic Rodriguez and Andrea Nabor Class of...