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Major flooding along the San Carlos River near Peridot, Arizona, put the affected river corridor on immediate evacuation status, according to a November 1, 2026, weather alert. The status does not apply to every Peridot resident.

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November 2, 2026 at 12:16 AM
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A local resident is sounding the alarm over toxic dust from Freeport's operations, linking it to health risks and job losses in the community.

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Resident raises concerns about wind-blown 'toxic dust' from Freeport operations
Harold Matthews of Pima told the board he is worried about wind-blown dust from Freeport’s Safford operations, said the mine has been fined and urged faster action to contain dust; he also raised broader concerns about automation eliminating jobs.
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October 10, 2026 at 12:18 PM
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Early-childhood programs in Graham County are facing a funding crisis, and advocates are calling for new vaping taxes to secure vital services for our youngest learners.

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First Things First pitches early-childhood supports, asks board to advocate for vaping tax funding
First Things First representatives described early-childhood programs funded largely by tobacco taxes, said funding is down and urged supervisors to press the legislature to include vaping taxes in funding streams; presenters also outlined partnerships for pediatric dental care and early literacy.
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October 10, 2026 at 12:26 PM
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Graham County has just approved a new $298,639 rural health program that introduces crucial maternal and fetal health initiatives—what does this mean for our community's future?

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Graham County approves multiple health IGAs including $298,639 rural health program
County health director presented a package that included a WICKGA Amendment No. 3, a five‑year Healthy People, Healthy Communities IGA covering four programs (funding unchanged), and a Rural Health Transformation five‑year IGA providing $298,639 annually plus a $66,390 maternal‑fetal program. Supervisors approved all items.
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August 22, 2026 at 9:10 PM
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Graham County has adopted its final FY budget, revealing a staggering $153 million figure while maintaining the tax rate at $2.39 per $1,000—what does this mean for residents?

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Graham County adopts final FY budget and maintains $2.39 tax rate
After a public hearing, the board adopted the FY final budget (Resolution 2026‑07) and approved FY2026‑27 tax rates. Staff said the aggregate budget figure reflects all funds and assumed grant revenues (about $153 million), while the general fund operating spend planned this year is roughly $23 million and carryover was stated around $42.12 million; the primary tax rate remains $2.39 per $1,000.
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August 22, 2026 at 7:33 PM
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49 #Homeless in #GrahamCounty according to PIT count
29% say they are survivors of #domesticviolence
27 percent of homeless in Graham on the streets for three years or more
GRAHAM COUNTY — Graham County has 49 households currently experiencing some form of homelessness. That’s according to data released Friday by the U.S. De
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December 27, 2024 at 7:18 PM
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Record-breaking year of giving by #UnitedWay of #GrahamCounty and #GreenleeCounty
$6.8M granted by United Way of Graham and Greenlee Counties in 2024
SAFFORD — After a record-breaking year of giving in 2024, United Way of Graham and Greenlee Counties is making a small change to the grant application cycles
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December 20, 2024 at 10:27 PM
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#GrahamCounty #Sheriff getting new #FlockSafety cameras
GCSO gets OK to upgrade license plate reader cameras
SAFFORD — Graham County Sheriff’s Office is getting an upgrade in its monitoring equipment. On Monday, the Board of Supervisors unanimously approved an u
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December 16, 2024 at 8:38 PM
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#UnitedWay of #GrahamCounty and #GreenleeCounty offers up another grant to help #LawEnforcement
Graham Board approves purchase of digital radios for Probation Dept.
SAFFORD — The Graham County Board of Supervisors agreed to spend about $4,000 to get maximum use out of $80,000. During Monday’s meeting, the board voted
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December 2, 2024 at 8:40 PM
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#UnitedWay of #GrahamCounty and #GreenleeCounty helps #CityOfSafford secure new fire truck for #Airport
Safford Regional Airport Secures $100,568 Grant for Aircraft Rescue Firefighting Equipment and Training
SAFFORD — The City of Safford announced Monday the Safford Regional Airport has been awarded a $100,568 grant from United Way of Graham and Greenlee Counties
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November 26, 2024 at 3:08 PM
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#ArizonaSupremeCourt comes to #GrahamCounty to hear two cases
AZ Supreme Court considers limits of judicial immunity and the right to redress at EAC
THATCHER — Elementary to college students, along with interested adults, had the chance to see the state’s high court in action, live and in-person Thursday
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November 21, 2024 at 9:36 PM
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Home prices in #GrahamCounty #Arizona continuing to climb
Average home prices in Graham County nearing $400K
PHOENIX — The median sales price for a home in Graham County is up more than 56 percent from the same time last year. That’s according to the third quart
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November 20, 2024 at 10:54 PM
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Final #grants of the year announced by #UnitedWay of #GrahamCounty and #GreenleeCounty
$1.5M granted by United Way in Cycle 4
SAFFORD — More than $1.5 million is going into the local economies of Graham and Greenlee counties thanks to grant funding from United Way. The United Way
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November 18, 2024 at 5:23 PM
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#GrahamCounty #Economic #Partnership brings together varied viewpoints on #AffordableHousing
No clear answers on housing issues in the Gila Valley
SAFFORD — There are a number of hurdles to developing affordable housing in the Gila Valley, more than just lowering asking prices. The Graham Economic Par
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November 14, 2024 at 10:15 PM
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#KyrstenSinema and #MarkKelly secure funding to improve rail in #GrahamCounty #GilaCounty and #GreenleeCounty
Federal money allocated to improve Eastern Arizona Railway track
WASHINGTON, D.C. — On Wednesday, Arizona Senators Mark Kelly (D) and Kyrsten Sinema (I) announced $60.2 million is being allocated to improve railroad infrast
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November 13, 2024 at 8:27 PM
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#GrahamCounty reminding #Voters to drop off, not mail #EarlyVoting ballots
Mail ballots must be dropped off to be counted
SAFFORD — Graham County Election officials are letting the public know that the deadline for sending a mail-in ballot through the U.S. Postal Service has pass
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October 30, 2024 at 11:03 PM
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#GrahamCounty #GilaCounty and #GreenleeCounty essay winners picked by #KimberlyYee
Yee announces AZ529 essay contest winners
PHOENIX — On Tuesday, Arizona Treasurer Kimberly Yee, recognized Lewis Cleveland a student at Rice Intermediate School in Gila County, Florence Westerfield, a
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October 30, 2024 at 9:51 PM
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SBDC at EAC celebrates female #SmallBusiness owners with #GrahamCounty and #GreenleeCounty Small Business Woman of the Year awards
Banks, Roof named Small Business Women of the Year
THATCHER — Taylor Banks has had a busy 2024. Banks, the owner of Gila All-Star Cheer, serves on the boards for the Boys and Girls Club of the Gila Valley,
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October 25, 2024 at 7:04 PM
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Graham County is enhancing its digital tools alongside Pinal County and other rural Arizona counties. This collaboration bridges geographical gaps, empowering rural voices to connect and communicate. Together, we’re building a stronger digital network! 🌟 #RuralPower #GrahamCounty #AZDems
April 12, 2026 at 5:32 PM
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#blueskyartshow #MtGraham #grahamcounty #arizona A snowy day on Mt. Graham, Graham County, Arizona
January 2, 2026 at 7:49 PM
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#blueskyartshow #mtgraham #grahamcounty #arizona #mountain #skyisland Mt. Graham in Graham County Arizona
January 2, 2026 at 7:47 PM
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Graham Co. Sheriff Ousted: What Hoxit's Removal Means for WNC wnctimes.com/article/grah... #grahamcounty #wncnews #lawenforcement #northcarolina #wnctimes #accountability #publictrust #wnc ##judicialrulWNCnews #localgovernment #ncpolitics #sheriffremoval #mountainnews #justice #grahamcountync
Graham Co. Sheriff Ousted: What Hoxit's Removal Means for WNC | WNC Times
Sheriff Hoxit's removal rocks WNC! Misconduct allegations, investigation details, and the impact on Graham County law enforcement.
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April 6, 2026 at 11:09 PM
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Chinese company bringing 515 jobs, $80.5 million investment to western North Carolina - Business North Carolina share.google/DiWhhhwX07fB...

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Guess who's bringing manufacturing jobs back to the US? Chinese based EcoKing
Puts a new spin on trumps claim Made In America
Chinese company bringing 515 jobs, $80.5 million investment to western North Carolina - Business North Carolina
A Chinese-based manufacturer of disposable paper tableware products plans to invest $80.5 million in the western North Carolina town of Robbinsville to create 300 jobs at its first North American manu...
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July 23, 2025 at 3:24 PM
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By the time Bobby Barnett washed up ashore in Safford in the mid-60's he was a mildly rising star. One can only imagine Safford patrons of The Matador Room in the Buena Vista Moter Hotel swaying & swooning to Bobby's coolly crooning voice.
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March 23, 2025 at 11:35 PM
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June 17, 2026 at 11:02 PM