The Superior Town Hall was the site of an informational presentation and meeting with Studio 48 – Arizona Film Commission. The presentation was hosted by Rural by Choice and Copper Corridor Economic Development Committee. Sponsors and supporters were...
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Along the Gila: The Rurality of Movie-Making
I possess a picture of me sitting on Alan Ladd’s lap, both of us on a Warner Brothers camera truck. I was eight or nine years old, and Ladd was at the height of his career. That day he was in Sedona, Arizona, filming the movie “Drum Beat.” I spent most of my...
Sea Lions win home meet against Coolidge
The Sea Lions Swim Team hosted the Coolidge Dolphins at the Mammoth Pool on Saturday. For over 11 years, the Sea Lions have won every dual meet in the Central Arizona Swimming League, but most of the close wins have been against Coolidge. Even...
San Manuel Library still rockin’
Last week, kids participating in the San Manuel Library’s summer reading program had fun making noise-makers all in the spirit of keeping music alive and well. As part of the “Libraries Rock” theme, kids made tambourines out of paper plates, decorating them with...
Elks to celebrate 150th Anniversary in San Antonio July 1-4
Delegates throughout the United States and in Guam, Puerto Rico, Philippines and the Panama Canal will converge on San Antonio, Sunday July 1, 2018, for the 154th annual National Convention of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks of the United States of...
Copper Corridor baseball, softball players earn deserved postseason honors
The conclusion of the 2018 baseball and softball seasons means the release of postseason honors by several publications and organizations throughout the state. Players and coaches in and around the Copper Corridor area were recognized for their performance this...
Monsoon onset brings need for safety awareness; Stage 2 Fire Restrictions remain in effect until significant rainfall is received
Visitors to Coronado National Forest are advised to use extra caution while outdoors due to the onset of monsoon season and the increased potential for thunderstorms, strong winds, lightning, heavy rain and flooding. While a very welcome event, monsoon...
On July Fourth, safety first
WASHINGTON, DC — The nation’s emergency physicians urge those celebrating Independence Day to exercise good judgement and to be mindful of potential dangers, especially from accidents with fireworks. “Whether you are grilling, camping, spending the...
Election 2018: Who’s running for office in the Copper Corridor?
August 28th, voters will head to the polls to vote in the primary elections for Congressional District One, Legislative District Eight, County Recorder and Justice of the Peace. They will also be casting their vote in local municipal elections. ...
Copper Corridor Softball: Home of Champions
The Superior softball team recently won its second state title in four years, claiming the 2015 championship in addition to last month’s triumph. During the past four years, Superior has made three appearances in the State Championship game and reached the...