Category: Politics
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Sahuarita Town Development Threatens Gonzalez Family Heritage
Irene Gonzalez’s ranch, nestled along a rugged dirt road in the desert south of Sahuarita Road, holds a deep historical significance. Family legend traces its roots back to soldiers stationed at Fort Lowell in the late 1800s. Over the years, her family has nurtured the land, establishing a way of life intertwined with the landscape…
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Pima County Halts Assisted Living Home Construction for Violations
Pima County has taken a significant step by issuing a stop-work order to the owner of a proposed assisted living home in Country Club Vistas I, facing opposition from many residents. This development raises concerns and sheds light on the complexities surrounding the construction of such facilities. Lack of Necessary Permits Chris Poirier, the Pima…
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Green Valley Community Meeting Addresses Concerns About New Assisted Living Home
Background and Concerns Julian Meier, an experienced figure in the eldercare industry, is embarking on a new venture in Green Valley by transforming a four-bedroom house into an eight- to 10-resident assisted living home. However, the initiative has raised concerns among Country Club Vistas I residents. Issues include worries about increased traffic, parking shortages, and…
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Southwest Border Dilemma: Addressing Rising Frustrations and Challenges
The recent roundtable discussion held at the Sierra Vista Area Chamber of Commerce brought together elected officials and law enforcement officers from Cochise, Graham, and Santa Cruz counties to delve into the escalating issues along the Southwest border. District 6 U.S. Rep. Juan Ciscomani encapsulated the prevailing sentiment as “frustration” among attendees, indicating the gravity…
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Justice Carroll Recuses Himself From GVR Case
Green Valley’s Justice of the Peace, Ray Carroll, made a significant decision on Thursday by transferring a lawsuit concerning the tenant ID card fees of Green Valley Recreation (GVR) to the Tucson Consolidated Justice Court. This move stemmed from Carroll’s inquiry with the Pima County Attorney’s Office, questioning a potential conflict of interest due to…
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Dismissal of Criminal Charges Against KJZZ Reporter
A recent incident involving the arrest of a KJZZ news reporter, Alisa Reznick, by the Pima County Sheriff’s Department during her coverage of a pro-Palestinian protest against Raytheon has brought attention to the clash between journalistic activities and law enforcement. The charge of criminal trespass against Reznick was ultimately dismissed by Deputy Pima County Attorney…
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Pima County Board of Supervisors Appoints Sylvia Lee to Fill District 3 Vacancy
Recently, the Pima County Board of Supervisors made a significant decision, voting 3-1 to fill the vacant District 3 seat after Sharon Bronson’s retirement on Nov. 27. Sylvia Lee emerged as the appointed candidate, garnering attention for her past service and contributions to the community. Sylvia Lee: A Profile in Service Sylvia Lee emerged as…
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Pima County’s Prosperity Initiative to Combat Generational Poverty
The Pima County Board of Supervisors recently endorsed a 3-1 vote to enact the Prosperity Initiative, aiming to alleviate generational poverty. District 4 Supervisor Steve Christy, the sole dissenter, expressed concerns during the Green Valley Council meeting regarding the initiative’s implications. Extensive Research and Collaboration A collaborative effort involving representatives from various regions within Pima…
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Unveiling the Forgotten Valor: U.S. Coast Guard
Neglected Histories and Missed Narratives The history of the U.S. Coast Guard often remains in the shadows, overshadowed by more prominent narratives of the military branches. Retired Commander Gary M. Thomas, an alumnus of the U.S. Coast Guard Academy and the Executive Director of the Foundation for Coast Guard History, shed light on this issue…