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2025 MOST INFLUENTIAL Danny Smith — a/k/a 'The director of enthusiasm'

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2025 MOST INFLUENTIAL Danny Smith — a/k/a 'The director of enthusiasm'

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Danny Smith has an old time card from when he was 9 years old and his family still owned Thriftee Supermarket in downtown Safford.Read Article

Celebrating the 4th — A overview of holiday activities planned in Graham and Greenlee counties

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Celebrating the 4th — A overview of holiday activities planned in Graham and Greenlee counties

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Two distinguished veterans of the Vietnam War will lead the city of Safford’s Fourth of July Parade.Read Article

Andazola elected chair of Crime Victim Compensation Board

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Andazola elected chair of Crime Victim Compensation Board

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Former Safford City Councilman Michael Andazola is the new chair of the Graham County Crime Victim Compensation Board.Read Article

LETTER: Silence in deadly

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Safford approves MF development - Rose Law Group Reporter

BEX Staff | AZBEX The City of Safford announced approval of the final plat for a 165-unit residential development known as The Villas and Cottages on 14th at the NEC of 14th Avenue and Relation Street. The notification ran in The Gila Herald May 21 and congratulated Stratford Development Inc. (Providence Homes) on the culmination of more than a year’s worth of cooperative effort between the company and City staff “supporting smart, responsible d…Safford · Safford Read Article

College District Board to consider higher property tax levy

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The Graham County Community College District Governing Board will be considering an $8.6 million primary property tax levy for the 2026 budget year at its meeting on June 12.Safford · Safford Read Article

Arizona hospital taps interim leader amid CEO’s temporary absence – RamaOnHealthcare

Mount Graham Regional Medical Center in Safford, Ariz., has found an interim leader to serve during the CEO’s extended absence, according to a hospital news release shared with Becker’s.Chief Medical Officer Bart Carter, MD, will serve as interim CEO and administrator in charge, the hospital announced May 19.CEO Roland Knox, a former baseball player, said [...]Safford · Safford Read Article

Bryce Fire near Safford grows, evacuation warnings lifted

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The Bryce Fire, which erupted nearly a week ago northwest of Safford, has expanded to more than 3,000 acres with approximately 30% containment. As of now, all evacuation warnings have been lifted.Safford · Safford See the Story

From Safford to Spotlight: The Rise of Justin Gaethje in UFC History

Justin Gaethje’s path from small-town beginnings in Safford, Arizona, to becoming a celebrated name in UFC’s lightweight division is one of grit, violence, and unmatched entertainment. Known for his never-back-down style, thunderous leg kicks, and knockout power, Gaethje has captivated fans with unforgettable fights and a willingness to trade fire with any opponent. Gaethje’s journeySafford · Safford Read Article

Arizona airport rolls back landing fees

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The City Council in Safford, Arizona, voted unanimously to scrap landing fees at the local airport following pushback from pilots and general aviation advocates.Aircraft · Safford Read Article

Record attendance reported for Safford Spring Festival

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Gary Ellam’s business card identifies him as a maestro ronero (master rum maker), master distiller, icon of gin and icon of whisky.Safford · Safford Read Article

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