http://www.coppercountrynews.com News RSS Feed Mon, 06 Feb 2012 22:13:01 -0600 http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=74&story_id=2275 About 50 people attended a neighborhood watch meeting on Thursday at Apostolic Lighthouse in Globe. The area around the church, near Nob Hill, has experienced a series of burglaries in the last five weeks. Steve Rowe and Ginny Sonne called for and organized the meeting Thu, 02 Feb 2012 10:17:22 -0600 http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=74&story_id=2274 After years of financial struggle, determined new leaders are tackling the "grave problems" of the Town of Superior. Rita Wentzel is the new Town Clerk. Jayme Valenzuela, winner of a recall election for mayor, pledges "transparency" for his 18-month term. A group Thu, 02 Feb 2012 10:14:44 -0600 http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=74&story_id=2273 The Globe-Miami Chamber of Commerce will host a candidate forum of local city council candidates on Thursday, Feb. 2. The event gets underway at 6:30 p.m. in the supervisors' hearing room at the county courthouse. Miami candidates will be up first, with each candidate given Thu, 02 Feb 2012 10:11:10 -0600 http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=74&story_id=2258 Eight-year-old Johnaven Gonzales got a hero's honors at Globe City Hall on Jan. 23. On hand were helicopter ambulance crews and firefighters who successfully rescued Johnaven's family, thanks to his quick response when he and his family were in a car accident. Johnaven was Wed, 25 Jan 2012 11:07:44 -0600 http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=74&story_id=2257 The Jan. 23 meeting of the Miami Town Council began with the introduction of Karen Norris, the new Town Clerk. Norris came to Miami after 18 years with the Town of Quartzite. She was Town Clerk for five of those years. A query from Wed, 25 Jan 2012 11:04:27 -0600 http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=74&story_id=2256 The City of Globe wants a huge solar energy station to provide 15 years of energy for its water treatment plant, where electric motors run night and day, at great expense. A new 493 kw generator could fulfill over 80 percent of the plant's needs Wed, 25 Jan 2012 11:02:57 -0600 http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=74&story_id=2255 Supervisor Shirley Dawson has announced her plans to retire at the end of this, her second, term in office as Gila County Supervisor, District 3. In her statement, Dawson said, "It has been great working for improvement in our County. I am proud of the Wed, 25 Jan 2012 10:58:03 -0600 http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=74&story_id=2239 The 54th Annual Gila County Gem and Mineral Show will be held Friday, Jan. 20, Saturday, Jan. 21 and Sunday, Jan. 22 at the Gila County Fairgrounds. Hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Thu, 19 Jan 2012 08:55:31 -0600 http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=74&story_id=2238 According to a recently released study, the copper mining industry contributed approximately $12.1 billion to Arizona's economy and provided an estimated 73,100 jobs to Arizona residents in 2010. The $12.1 billion economic impact represents a 31 percent increase over 2009. Contributing to the overall performance Thu, 19 Jan 2012 08:54:43 -0600 http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=74&story_id=2226 Ricki Williams gave an update on Head Start to the Globe City Council on Jan. 9, and thanked the city for their nominal lease of the land where the Old Dominion Library once stood. The 38 pre-schoolers of Globe Head Start have a Wed, 11 Jan 2012 11:06:42 -0600 http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=74&story_id=2225 The minutes of the previous Globe City Council meeting did not say a word about Councilman Terry Wheeler's objections to ordering high-priced software without a bidding process, and Wheeler wanted a "correction" at the Jan. 9 meeting. City Clerk Gina Paul said the minutes were Wed, 11 Jan 2012 10:59:38 -0600 http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=74&story_id=2224 Matt Rencher is Globe's new Public works Director, and Ken Sellick is the new Water and Wastewater Maintenance Supervisor. Retirements had left the two city offices vacant. Sellick said, "I've been fighting leaks for a long time." A long-time "Water Dog," he brings knowledge and Wed, 11 Jan 2012 10:58:33 -0600 http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=74&story_id=2223 "It's destroyed our voice for 10 years," says Jess Bryant of the decision of the committee to make new voting districts for Arizona. He wanted to keep rural Arizona together; Gila County is to be cut in three parts. The last census made Wed, 11 Jan 2012 10:58:05 -0600 http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=74&story_id=2222 After meeting Saturday, Jan. 7, to interview candidates for the position of Town Clerk, the Miami Town Council went into executive session at their Monday meeting to make a decision and consider assignments and salary. When they returned, Vice Mayor Susan Hanson presided over a Wed, 11 Jan 2012 10:57:21 -0600 http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=74&story_id=2156 Cadette Girl Scout Troops 1444 & 3710 are at it again! The Scouts have been busy putting together boxes consisting of school supplies, hygiene items, and of course candy and toys. Enclosed in each box is a letter from each girl as well as Wed, 30 Nov 2011 10:37:35 -0600 http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=74&story_id=1968 The 2011 Miami Fiesta will be held Saturday, Sept. 17 at Bullion Plaza Park in Miami. D.J. Big John Libynski will provide musical entertainment throughout the day with his "Golden Sounds." Here is the schedule of events for the Fiesta. - 9 to 9:30 a.m. Wed, 07 Sep 2011 13:02:42 -0500 http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=74&story_id=1890 The results of Arizona's AIMS tests are out, and in third through eighth grades, less than 50 percent of Globe and Miami public school students passed in eight out of 17 tests. Destiny School, a charter school in Globe, surpassed Globe and Miami Wed, 20 Jul 2011 10:44:46 -0500 http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=74&story_id=1889 Now demolished, the building next to the tepee was the Red Roan, then El Lugar, both popular local bars. Later it housed a flooring business. When the City of Globe acquired it, the City Council felt obliged to demolish it - they couldn't insist other Wed, 20 Jul 2011 10:40:23 -0500 http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=74&story_id=1888 Carlota Mine (by BHP Pinto Valley, west of Miami) has caught local curiosity as rumors told of trucks and drivers being moved to Nevada. Is it closing? (No.) Carlota's method of removing copper from ore requires a pad to be built, and acid to soak Wed, 20 Jul 2011 10:35:08 -0500 http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=74&story_id=1882 A private prison will not be coming to Globe after all. After more than a year of speculation and back-and-forth between local politicians and a group of citizens vehemently opposed to a private prison in Globe, the drama came to a close Monday morning. Wed, 13 Jul 2011 18:08:37 -0500 http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=74&story_id=1881 Diana Baumgartner needs your help to replace windows and install AC/heat at the old Miami YMCA, which she wants to restore for activities and a home for her nonprofit STARS therapy center. She is competing for a $50,000 Pepsi Refresh Grant. You can help Wed, 13 Jul 2011 18:06:44 -0500 http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=74&story_id=1879 Last spring, the Superior Chamber of Commerce moved its information center from downtown to the caboose by Highway 60. They have had 10 times as many visitor "hits" in the new location, 374 in March alone. Visitor numbers are down in the hot months, but Wed, 13 Jul 2011 18:05:06 -0500 http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=74&story_id=1878 On June 30, 2011, Gila County Superior Court Judge Robert Duber II found Globe resident Allen Ray Weimer, II, 38, guilty of possession of marijuana for sale, transportation of marijuana for sale, production of marijuana, possession of marijuana, two counts of possession of drug Wed, 13 Jul 2011 18:04:50 -0500 http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=74&story_id=1880 Diana Baumgartner needs your help to replace windows and install AC/heat at the old Miami YMCA, which she wants to restore for activities and a home for her nonprofit STARS therapy center. She is competing for a $50,000 Pepsi Refresh Grant. You can help Wed, 13 Jul 2011 18:04:24 -0500 http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=74&story_id=1872 Fireworks are for sale (legally) across from Fry's, even though they are unlawful to be used in Globe or Miami. Since June 20, they are unlawful for use anywhere in Gila County because of the fire danger - "zero tolerance." Local stores voluntarily removed their Wed, 06 Jul 2011 13:06:28 -0500 http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=74&story_id=1865 Freeport-McMoRan has donated $4,000 for a new arson dog for Globe Fire Department. Frank the Fire Dog was injured on the last big Central Heights fire, and the vet says it's time for him to retire. Gila County Sgt. Baxley, who has worked six years Wed, 29 Jun 2011 12:22:49 -0500 http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=74&story_id=1864 On June 21, a small CCN survey taken across the San Carlos reservation once again showed that most Apaches are in favor of new jobs, and not shutting down Resolution Copper's new mine at Oak Flats for religious reasons. Only 15 percent thought that Resolution Wed, 29 Jun 2011 12:19:05 -0500 http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=74&story_id=1863 Residents and visitors, the time is not too late for you and your family and friends to join the Independence Day Parade. Get your float together, or decorate your car. Ride your horse or your bicycle. Represent your organization, your church, or maybe the family Wed, 29 Jun 2011 12:12:17 -0500 http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=74&story_id=1854 Back in 2008, the state gave Globe $809,320 in Highway User Revenue Funds (HURF gas pump taxes). In 2010-2011, however, the amount will be 25 per cent less. The City of Douglas has asked the legislature not to further reduce HURF funds to the Wed, 22 Jun 2011 12:07:50 -0500 http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=74&story_id=1853 The Globe-Miami Farmers' Market will hold a grand opening on Saturday, June 25 from 8 a.m. to noon at the Veteran's Memorial Park (Train Park) at Globe City Hall. There will be vendors selling all sorts of produce, prepared foods, baked goods and much Wed, 22 Jun 2011 12:03:29 -0500 http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=74&story_id=1852 Tri-City Fire Department called for a press conference on Thursday morning to announce that after an 11-day investigation, four juveniles were referred to Gila County Juvenile Probation on arson and endangerment charges. The investigation was led by Tri-City Fire and the Globe Police Department. The Wed, 22 Jun 2011 12:00:57 -0500 http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=74&story_id=1825 The local Relay for Life event was held Friday and Saturday at Harbison Field in Globe. Event organizer Mickie Nye said he expected this year's event to raise more than $45,000 for the American Cancer Society. Cancer survivors (identified by their purple T-shirts) kicked off Wed, 15 Jun 2011 12:27:06 -0500 http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=74&story_id=1824 Jim Moss had some strong words when told that Globe Mayor Fernando Shipley said there were some "deficiencies" with the two ballot initiatives that Moss launched on June 3. "I say to Fernando and (City Attorney) Kane Graves, 'bring it on,'' Moss said. "This is Wed, 15 Jun 2011 12:15:57 -0500 http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=74&story_id=1823 John Perlman was sworn in June 13 as Globe's new City Magistrate. The Council was pleased with his work "filling in." He will receive $3,264 a month and be free for private practice as well. Pay is up a bit because an extra day a Wed, 15 Jun 2011 12:08:16 -0500 http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=74&story_id=1822 Dr. Tim Richard, new to Globe High School, says, "I'm honored and excited to be the principal. We are going to start to win in Globe again, in academics, in the arts and in athletics. If you left Globe because you weren't satisfied, I want Wed, 15 Jun 2011 11:54:54 -0500 http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=74&story_id=1813 Due to the suspicious nature of the fire in question, a $10,000 reward is being offered for information leading to the arrest and/or conviction of anyone found guilty of starting a fire in Central Heights on Thursday afternoon that destroyed one home, severely damaged another Wed, 08 Jun 2011 12:24:14 -0500 http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=74&story_id=1812 Many Ice House residents don't like the new intersection at Ice House Canyon Road and Six Shooter Canyon Road! In the diagram, Car A's driver didn't like the hard twist at the end of Ice House Road, but he "must" meet Six Shooter at Wed, 08 Jun 2011 12:16:22 -0500 http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=74&story_id=1811 ADOT has begun construction in Globe at Hill Street and Highway 60. Watch for workers each Monday-Friday and highway restrictions all summer. Kip Culver assures us that the new ADOT project from the City Building to Hill Street School (both ends of the Wed, 08 Jun 2011 11:51:14 -0500 http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=74&story_id=1810 Amid cries of "amen!" and "no prison town!" Jim Moss held a press conference in front of United Jewelry on Friday morning to announce two ballot initiatives his group has launched in Globe. Moss, the owner of Pickle Barrel, leads a group of citizens who Wed, 08 Jun 2011 11:45:45 -0500 http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=74&story_id=1797 Funeral services for Globe police officer Matthew Schell were held on Tuesday morning at High Desert Middle School. On Thursday morning, Officer Schell was involved in a fatal single vehicle accident just west of Superior on US Highway 60. He was driving home after Wed, 01 Jun 2011 12:20:59 -0500 http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=74&story_id=1796 This year, as in years past, the Globe Memorial Day Service was a success. The American Legion Henry Berry Post 4 of Globe, along with the VFW of Globe, put on a wonderful service at Veteran's Memorial Park prior to a very nice luncheon at Wed, 01 Jun 2011 12:14:04 -0500 http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=74&story_id=1783 The Globe Police Department says some folks are confused at the new four-way stops in downtown Globe. Whose turn is it? Well, if you're coming from opposite directions, just go straight, or if you're turning, let him go straight as you creep out and Wed, 25 May 2011 12:25:41 -0500 http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=74&story_id=1782 Just when Globe's medical marijuana centers seemed like a "done deal," the Miami Town Council unanimously passed a zoning change that would allow Agave Health LLC to locate a dispensary at 409 W. Sullivan. Agave's Morris McKinney said that only one dispensary would be Wed, 25 May 2011 12:20:11 -0500 http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=74&story_id=1781 Diana Baumgartner was creating a sidewalk cafe zone in front of Miami's historic YMCA building, but the Town of Miami insisted it was a public sidewalk and could not be obscured or gated. "We can work it out," Town Manager Jerry Barnes told her, not Wed, 25 May 2011 12:16:34 -0500 http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=74&story_id=1780 Globe High School's "Top 10" finish singing the Alma Mater. Miami grads relax after graduation at Ragus Field. Wed, 25 May 2011 12:12:35 -0500 http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=74&story_id=1779 The Globe Community Pool will open May 28 thru Aug 1. Hours are open swim noon until 5 p.m. everyday. Lap Swim 5 p.m. until 6.p.m. Monday through Friday. Admission is $1.00 for ages 2 to 12 years, Ages 13 and up $2.00. Under 2 Wed, 25 May 2011 12:03:24 -0500 http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=74&story_id=1765 The Old West Days Parade on Saturday in downtown Globe drew a great crowd. It should be even bigger and better next year. Wed, 18 May 2011 12:44:43 -0500 http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=74&story_id=1764 A revised version of the Resolution Copper land exchange bill was introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives on May 13 by Rep. Paul Gosar of Arizona. Resolution Copper vice president John Cherry says the mine site near Superior is the third largest known Wed, 18 May 2011 11:56:53 -0500 http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=74&story_id=1763 The City and County were asked to commit up to $100,000 each in case the Phase II Project required $600,000. City Engineer Matt Rencher estimated the project at about $520,000, requiring only $50,000 each, but still more than the Council felt the Wed, 18 May 2011 11:50:07 -0500 http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=74&story_id=1762 The Gila County Cattle Growers Annual Stocker Feeder Sale was held on Wednesday, May 11 at Burch Sale Yards. More than 2,300 head of cattle were sold; the sale brought in nearly $1.8 million. Wed, 18 May 2011 11:45:52 -0500 http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=74&story_id=1761 This young competitor was one of the many entries at the well-attended Copper Dust Stampede Rodeo, which was held this weekend at the Gila County Fairgrounds. Wed, 18 May 2011 11:41:28 -0500 http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=74&story_id=1750 The Old West Days Parade, featuring many unique entries, will be held at 9 a.m. on Saturday on Broad Street in downtown Globe, followed by the Old West Days Street Fair on Broad Street by the old courthouse and the Historic Railroad Depot. Also this Wed, 11 May 2011 12:18:45 -0500 http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=74&story_id=1749 Selling the most cookies for overseas military personnel is Cadette Troop 1444: (L-R) Khylie, Tiera, Kacey, Caresa, and Katelyn (not shown: Katie). All the Girl Scouts of the Globe-Miami "neighborhood" sold more than 700 boxes of cookies to send to military personnel around the world. Wed, 11 May 2011 12:05:38 -0500 http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=74&story_id=1748 Councilman Jesus "Chuy" Canizales was not at the Miami Council meeting on Monday, but his letter of resignation was read and accepted. Canizales said the new administration is going "contrary to the path" of the old and his presence was "detrimental to a cohesive council." Wed, 11 May 2011 12:01:07 -0500 http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=74&story_id=1747 The Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) has approved up to $300,000 for a study of a "Linear Park" with picnic tables and a "multi-use trail" along Pinal Creek through Globe. ADOT will hire consultants for a plan. A path for horses and hikers, roller blades Wed, 11 May 2011 11:53:53 -0500 http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=74&story_id=1746 A large fire near Boyce Thompson Arboretum in Superior closed down Highway 60 for nearly seven hours on Sunday afternoon. The fire, called the Picket Fire, had affected about 1,300 acres as of the latest press release the CCN received before press time. As of Wed, 11 May 2011 11:37:42 -0500 http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=74&story_id=1726 At about 9:30 p.m. on Thursday, a Gila County Sheriff's Deputy overheard the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office informing DPS and the Forest Service of a report of a forest fire near milepost 233 on State Route 87, south of Payson. The three agencies arrived to Wed, 04 May 2011 12:17:26 -0500 http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=74&story_id=1725 To celebrate the 2012 Arizona Centennial, the City of Globe is presenting a multi-entertainment event titled "Old West Days," and the "Copper Dust Stampede" Rodeo is participating. A Kick Off Dance will be held from 6 to 10 p.m. on Friday, May 7 at the Wed, 04 May 2011 12:16:18 -0500 http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=74&story_id=1724 Globe is hoping to get a grant for about $75,000 for two projects for sign-and-striping "rehabilitation," and more than $267,000 for a sidewalk on Broad Street opposite the library and senior center. The Globe City Council quickly approved the projects without knowing the details, so Wed, 04 May 2011 12:05:21 -0500 http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=74&story_id=1723 Tucson band "iMas" entertains the crowd during the annual Cinco De Mayo celebration in downtown Globe on April 30. Wed, 04 May 2011 11:53:10 -0500 http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=74&story_id=1722 Traffic is flowing smoothly over the new Ice House Wash Bridge near Globe Community Center. Drivers, beware: On Monday the Globe Police Department had its mobile speed radar camera set up on Jesse Hayes Road near Matlock Gas. Wed, 04 May 2011 11:48:28 -0500 http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=74&story_id=1712 Competition can be fierce for grants, and to get the grants they need, San Carlos Apache Transit needed detailed medium-and -long-term plans. That study is now being administered by ADOT, with consultant Rob Bohannan declaring, "I enjoy this project." The transit company is already "doing Wed, 27 Apr 2011 11:44:00 -0500 http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=74&story_id=1711 Warning! The Arizona Department of Transportation will be putting fresh oil on the roads, starting from from Irene's restaurant in Globe, to San Carlos. Work will take place from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday to Friday, May 3 through 6. There will be Wed, 27 Apr 2011 11:41:04 -0500 http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=74&story_id=1710 City leaders are pleased that Globe is growing as a tourist attraction. Thomas the Tank Engine was a sensation that attracted many tourists who noticed that Globe looked interesting. Nostalgic visitors and train buffs have been showing up for short rides out of Globe, and Wed, 27 Apr 2011 11:39:53 -0500 http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=74&story_id=1709 Last year, President Obama declared a National Day of Prayer, following a long tradition. A court later declared that his act was unconstitutional; but on April 14, a U.S. Court of Appeals for the 7th Circuit ruled 3-0 that the Freedom From Religion Foundation does Wed, 27 Apr 2011 11:30:46 -0500 http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=74&story_id=1700 Globe Schools are considering a four-day academic week. A public meeting is scheduled for tonight, Wednesday, April 20, at 5:30 p.m. at the High Desert Middle School Auditorium, to give information and hear public opinion, both pro and con. Fliers were sent home with the Wed, 20 Apr 2011 11:40:17 -0500 http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=74&story_id=1699 Kelly Enders is ready or Easter. Wed, 20 Apr 2011 11:35:37 -0500 http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=74&story_id=1698 Results from Miami BoomTown Spree Mining Competition Individual Machine Drilling First place: Clarence Ostoj Second place: Matt Decker Third place: Adolph Ortiz Men's Hand Mucking First place: Matt Decker Second place: Adolph Ortiz Third place: Jared Anderson Women's Hand Mucking First place: Billie Parish Second Wed, 20 Apr 2011 11:31:10 -0500 http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=74&story_id=1697 Rail Rally II from Globe to Miami will be held on Wednesday, April 27. The train will leave at noon from the Globe Depot. Enjoy this historic rail ride through the hills to Miami while enjoying a great lunch, followed by a short layover at Wed, 20 Apr 2011 11:19:25 -0500 http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=74&story_id=1683 Jaime Peña Jr. has been charged with first-degree murder in the death of his father, Jaime Peña Sr., 50. Peña Jr. is being held on $500,000 bail. Peña Sr. was found dead in his home by a family member on Monday, March 21. A Sheriff's Wed, 13 Apr 2011 11:56:25 -0500 http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=74&story_id=1682 The intersection at Sycamore and Broad by Holy Angels Catholic Church in Globe is being considered for a four-way stop. Temporary stop signs may go in on Broad Street to test the arrangement. Then Broad may be narrowed and permanent stop signs put in, Wed, 13 Apr 2011 11:53:12 -0500 http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=74&story_id=1681 Old Dominion Mine Park chairperson Thea Wilshire speaks during the park's dedication ceremony on Saturday morning. More than 75 people braved the cold weather to attend the ceremony. The park is expected to be open in the next few months. Wed, 13 Apr 2011 11:50:02 -0500 http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=74&story_id=1680 A woman was flown to a Valley hospital after an accident at Pipeline Friday morning, April 8. Traffic was backed up waiting for the helicopter to land on the highway. Wed, 13 Apr 2011 11:25:17 -0500 http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=74&story_id=1679 Redflex speed/red light cameras are flashing in Globe, but don't panic. The cameras are being adjusted, and only warnings are going out this month anyway. One trucker complained that his rig was flashed when he didn't clear the intersection fast enough. He had entered Wed, 13 Apr 2011 11:20:35 -0500 http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=74&story_id=1669 On May 5, CCN met with three ADOT officials at the highway crosswalk by Globe High School that school and city leaders say is unsafe. "ADOT is serous about public safety," said Bill Pederson. Rod Lane, the Globe District Engineer, explained that immediate changes will Wed, 06 Apr 2011 11:48:58 -0500 http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=74&story_id=1668 A pitcher with local connections is officially a Major Leaguer. Right-hander Brian Broderick, the son of Joe and Susan (Tapia) Broderick and grandson of Connie Tapia and the late Mike Tapia of Globe, made the Washington Nationals' Opening Day roster. Broderick told Ben Goessling of Wed, 06 Apr 2011 11:43:40 -0500 http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=74&story_id=1667 There will be free tours of the historic Globe Post Office building from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, April 9. The Post Office is located at 101 S. Hill St. See the old courthouse and federal courtroom and the Marshall's office upstairs. Wed, 06 Apr 2011 11:39:43 -0500 http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=74&story_id=1666 A local man was dropping his child off at Miami High School on Thursday, March 31, when he suffered a seizure and crashed into nine cars in the front parking lot of the school. The patient was air lifted to a Valley hospital where he Wed, 06 Apr 2011 11:36:23 -0500 http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=74&story_id=1665 Many Globe folks are getting used to the big, brown, plastic dumpsters of the new Right Away Disposal system. This reporter's neighbor puts his black-lid garbage dumpster down on the street on Sunday, and if the rest of us don't have much, we all throw Wed, 06 Apr 2011 11:33:38 -0500 http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=74&story_id=1664 Residents who have been awaiting the opening of the Old Dominion Historic Mine Park can enjoy a sneak peek at the park with the dedication program and the Mining Rocks festival scheduled for Saturday, April 9. Although not quite ready for a full opening, Wed, 30 Mar 2011 15:39:32 -0500 http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=74&story_id=1648 The Gila County Sheriff's Office is investigating the death of Jamie Peña, 50, of Globe, as a homicide. A Sheriff's Deputy and medical personnel responded to Peña's home on Monday, March 21 after the Sheriff's Office received a call from a Peña family member who Wed, 30 Mar 2011 14:45:35 -0500 http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=74&story_id=1647 Photo enforcement cameras will be ready to go on April 1 in Globe, says the Globe Police Department. "Remember to stop for red lights and obey the speed limits," they remind motorists. Only warnings by mail will be issued for violations in the Wed, 30 Mar 2011 13:24:39 -0500 http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=74&story_id=1645 Despite a budget crunch, Globe Police feels forced to upgrade its "dinosaur" electronic communication equipment. "We're living on borrowed time with our consoles," says Chief Lee Kinnard. The "consoles" connect dispatchers with police and fire, so two are needed in case of overload Wed, 30 Mar 2011 13:12:29 -0500 http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=74&story_id=1634 Manny Cruz lost his bid for State Mine Inspector, but he's delivering on a campaign promise anyway. He has begun a non-profit group, Abandoned Mine Safety, to address the problem of thousands of mine shafts across the state that can lure the curious to injury Wed, 23 Mar 2011 12:16:11 -0500 http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=74&story_id=1633 On Monday, Gila County Sheriff's Deputies responded to a call of a deceased individual at a residence in Midland City. The Gila County Sheriff's Office is investigating the suspicious death of Jaime Pena, 50, of Globe. No further information was available as Wed, 23 Mar 2011 12:11:42 -0500 http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=74&story_id=1632 The 23rd Annual Apache Leap Mining Festival was held in Superior from Friday, March 18 to Sunday, March 20. The theme for this year's event was "Helping Hands of Superior." This year the Superior Chamber of Commerce honored the Red Bear Outfitters for their service Wed, 23 Mar 2011 12:10:14 -0500 http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=74&story_id=1631 Miami leaders were at the Globe City Council meeting on March 21, hoping for Intergovernmental Agreements giving Globe's support for Miami's Cobre Valley Transit and its fire department. Globe pledged its help for Miami Fire for six more months, and hoped the town's problems with Wed, 23 Mar 2011 12:07:02 -0500 http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=74&story_id=1630 Cancer has a new enemy - the Gila County Meth Coalition. The first ever Drag for the Cure & Green Chili Burro Sale took place on St. Patrick 's Day, Thursday, March 17 to raise money for Relay for Life. Some of Gila County's finest Wed, 23 Mar 2011 11:54:22 -0500 http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=74&story_id=1623 The Globe School Board is sending a letter to DPS calling for a traffic light or a pedestrian light at the crosswalk on Highway 60 by Globe High School. When Superintendent Ron Nelson read it to the Globe City Council, they suspended the rules to Wed, 16 Mar 2011 12:21:51 -0500 http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=74&story_id=1622 Gabby Talamantes, Izeanna Gerardo, Onalysia Talamantes and Shelbilyn Anderson were all smiles on Thursday afternoon at the Boys and Girls Club of Globe. After a brief closure, the Club is back up and running, with about 35 kids visiting the Club every day after school. Wed, 16 Mar 2011 12:17:06 -0500 http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=74&story_id=1621 The Superior Chamber of Commerce invites you to attend the 23rd Annual Apache Leap Mining Festival, to be held March 18-20 in downtown Superior.  The theme for this annual festival is "Helping Hands of Superior."  This year the Chamber will honor the Red Bear Outfitters Wed, 16 Mar 2011 12:13:05 -0500 http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=74&story_id=1620 The city of Globe has been picked by Reader's Digest as one of only 100 cities to get stimulus funds to as part of the Reader's Digest "We Hear You America" 100 City-100 Days tour. On Saturday, March 19, the Reader's Digest custom RV (with Wed, 16 Mar 2011 12:09:21 -0500 http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=74&story_id=1619 Ace of Hearts Gold Mine is located at an old silver mine that was abandoned in 1932. It's located in the splendor of the Pinal Mountains in southern Gila County, a mere eight and a half miles from historic downtown Globe, Arizona. The Wed, 16 Mar 2011 11:58:51 -0500 http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=74&story_id=1611 Freeport McMoRan's mine in Miami, Arizona, has increased its workforce from about 700 at the end of 2009 to about 900 today. New hires soon discover that the mine stresses two goals: production and safety. They say workers who violate safety rules disappear immediately! Safety Wed, 09 Mar 2011 11:13:34 -0600 http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=74&story_id=1610 Two women were airlifted to Valley hospitals after their car went over the edge of a hill near lower Banker Avenue at about 8:45 a.m. on Saturday, March 5. Both women who are Valley residents, sustained serious injuries. One of the women has been released Wed, 09 Mar 2011 11:09:45 -0600 http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=74&story_id=1609 Downtown Globe was alive this weekend as Thomas the Tank Engine (top) came to Globe as part of the Copper Spike Train Excursion, and the Globe-Miami Chamber of Commerce hosted the 27th Annual Historic Home Tour. Nearly 7,000 people rode Thomas the Tank during the Wed, 09 Mar 2011 11:06:31 -0600 http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=74&story_id=1608 On Saturday, March 12 at Bullion Plaza Park, dozens of families and business leaders will join together in the March of Dimes' annual March for Babies - the nation's oldest walk fundraiser honoring babies born healthy and those who need help to survive and thrive.  Wed, 09 Mar 2011 11:01:27 -0600 http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=74&story_id=1600 The City of Globe has awarded a Medical Marijuana license to Globe Farmacy. City police, fire and other leaders questioned six applicants closely and unanimously picked Globe Farmacy as "the most professional, most experienced." Some officials said they'd rather not have medical Wed, 02 Mar 2011 11:22:42 -0600 http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=74&story_id=1599 The Globe-Miami Chamber of Commerce will host the 27th annual Historic Home Tour on Saturday, March 5 and Sunday, March 6, leaving from the old Gila County Jail on Oak Street in downtown Globe. Tickets are $15 for adults, $10 for children 12 and under. Wed, 02 Mar 2011 11:19:35 -0600 http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=74&story_id=1598 The Boys & Girls Club was presented with a very generous donation of $5,000 from the corporation Iron Dynamics. The Boys and Girls Club of Globe has reopened with normal after school hours of 2:30 to 6:30 p.m. Pictured are: Cynthia Bach, board member; Chris Wed, 02 Mar 2011 11:14:04 -0600 http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=74&story_id=1597 Globe leaders are insisting that something must be done about the dangerous crosswalks on US 60 by Globe High School. On Feb. 28, the Globe City Council voted to send a letter to ADOT, but wanted to do more, rallying with the Globe School Board Wed, 02 Mar 2011 11:11:49 -0600 http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=74&story_id=1585 At 9:34 a.m. on Monday morning, Globe Police responded to Copper Country Mobile Home Park in reference to a female trying to break into a residence and then attempting to set a fire around the residence. Noemi Garcia, 27, of Miami was arrested for attempted Wed, 23 Feb 2011 11:09:21 -0600 http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=74&story_id=1584 On Feb. 15, Jay Spehar of Freeport McMoRan gave the Town of Miami the land transfer paperwork for a new sewage treatment plant, for Miami attorneys to reveal. Attorneys for the mine and the town will be working toward a final agreement, with March Wed, 23 Feb 2011 11:07:05 -0600 http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=74&story_id=1583 Weekend storms caused a plethora of traffic accidents in Gila County, including one at the Top of the World neighborhood west of Miami that claimed the lives of two horses. The fatal accident occurred at 4:44 a.m. on Sunday just east of milepost 237 on Wed, 23 Feb 2011 11:04:26 -0600 http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=74&story_id=1582 Planters are removed at the Gila County building. They were creating a water problem. A new entrance at the Gila County Courthouse will make it compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act, says Steve Sanders of Public Works. Also, planters on the north and Wed, 23 Feb 2011 11:03:25 -0600 http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=74&story_id=1581 A 49-year-old Mesa man was killed Monday afternoon after loosing control of his ATV in Cherry Creek off of Highway 188. The Gila County Sheriff's Office reported that the man was with a group of hunters when he took off ahead of the group Wed, 23 Feb 2011 11:00:45 -0600 http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=74&story_id=1572 A 26-year-old San Carlos police officer is dead after a trailer came loose and hit his vehicle head-on in eastern Arizona on Sunday afternoon. U.S. Bureau of Indian Affairs Warren Youngman says Aaron Peru, an officer on the San Carlos Indian Reservation, was driving to Wed, 16 Feb 2011 10:58:53 -0600 http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=74&story_id=1571 The Globe, Tri-City and Canyon fire departments responded to a fire on Friday afternoon in Pioneer Mobile Home Park. A man was treated for smoke inhalation on scene and refused transport to the hospital. No other information was available as of press time. Wed, 16 Feb 2011 10:52:45 -0600 http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=74&story_id=1570 The general firearm season for javelina will be Feb. 18 to 24. For license and permit-tag requirements, visit www.azgfd.gov/drawer or stop by the Game and Fish office in Mesa. Javelina look like wild pigs. They have pig-like snouts, but with a large, rodent-like head.They have Wed, 16 Feb 2011 10:46:57 -0600 http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=74&story_id=1565 A special election will be held on March 1 in San Carlos, to fill the two Tribal Council seats left vacant when the new Chairman and Vice-Chairman moved up to their new positions. The primary election has been held, with a 25-percent turnout in the Wed, 09 Feb 2011 10:58:58 -0600 http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=74&story_id=1564 The 2010 Citizen of the Year honors were announced Thursday night at the Dream Manor Inn with Jay Spehar and Mickie Nye being named as co-recipients. Kip Culver and Russ Fetterman, 2009 honorees, announced the awards. Shown are (from left) Culver, Nye, Spehar and Fetterman. Wed, 09 Feb 2011 10:57:10 -0600 http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=74&story_id=1563 At about 3 p.m. on Feb. 3, this semi went off the road on Highway 77 north of Winkelman. The driver said he swerved to miss an oncoming car that crossed the line. At 10 p.m. the truck was back in the west lane, but Wed, 09 Feb 2011 10:53:42 -0600 http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=74&story_id=1562 At 11:41 a.m. on Monday morning, Globe Police and EMS personnel were dispatched to the intersection of Hill and Sycamore (near the Globe Post Office) in reference to a female pedestrian being struck by a vehicle. The vehicle had left the area prior to Wed, 09 Feb 2011 10:46:54 -0600 http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.coppercountrynews.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=74&story_id=1561 The High Desert Humane Society recently opened its new thrift shop boutique, located at 365 N. Broad St. in downtown Globe. The proceeds collected from selling donated appliances, clothing or kitchenware will help local animal welfare volunteers find homes for pets who need a Wed, 09 Feb 2011 10:44:04 -0600