Graham county news
Graham County is a county located in the state of Arizona, USA. Here are some recent news articles and updates from Graham County:
Local News
- Graham County Fair and Rodeo: The annual Graham County Fair and Rodeo is set to take place from August 12-15 at the Graham County Fairgrounds in Safford. The event will feature live music, food vendors, and rodeo competitions. [Source: Graham County Fair and Rodeo Facebook page]
- Safford City Council approves new downtown development plan: The Safford City Council has approved a new downtown development plan aimed at revitalizing the city's central business district. The plan includes improvements to sidewalks, lighting, and landscaping. [Source: Safford Daily Graham County News]
- Graham County Sheriff's Office seeks public's help in identifying suspect: The Graham County Sheriff's Office is seeking the public's help in identifying a suspect in a recent burglary in the town of Pima. The suspect is described as a white male with a distinctive tattoo on his neck. [Source: Graham County Sheriff's Office Facebook page]
Regional and State News
- Arizona Governor signs bill to increase funding for rural schools: Arizona Governor Doug Ducey has signed a bill aimed at increasing funding for rural schools, including those in Graham County. The bill provides an additional $10 million in funding for rural schools. [Source: Arizona Capitol Times]
- Monsoon season brings heavy rain to southeastern Arizona: The monsoon season has brought heavy rain to southeastern Arizona, including Graham County. The rain has caused flash flooding in some areas and has led to the closure of some roads. [Source: Arizona Daily Star]
- Gila River Indian Community announces plans for new casino in Safford: The Gila River Indian Community has announced plans to build a new casino in Safford, Arizona. The casino is expected to create hundreds of jobs and generate millions of dollars in revenue for the community. [Source: Gila River Indian Community Facebook page]
National News
- COVID-19 cases continue to decline in Arizona: According to the Arizona Department of Health Services, COVID-19 cases continue to decline in the state, including in Graham County. The number of new cases has decreased by 25% over the past week. [Source: Arizona Department of Health Services]
- Federal government announces funding for rural broadband projects: The federal government has announced funding for several rural broadband projects in Arizona, including one in Graham County. The projects aim to bring high-speed internet to rural areas. [Source: Federal Communications Commission]
- National Weather Service issues heat warning for southeastern Arizona: The National Weather Service has issued a heat warning for southeastern Arizona, including Graham County. Temperatures are expected to reach up to 110 degrees Fahrenheit in some areas. [Source: National Weather Service]