August 2009
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Prescott Valley Man Reels in S. American Fish
PRESCOTT, Ariz. (AP) — Matt Poindexter thought he had a good-sized catfish on his line at Fain Park in Prescott Valley earlier this month as the fish fought impressively under the water.
But as soon as he caught a glimpse of the fish’s huge teeth, he knew he had something really strange on his line.
“It was [...]
$75,000 Grant Awarded to Help Fight Drug Use
PRESS RELEASE
WILLIAMS, AZ – Representative Ann Kirkpatrick today announced a $75,000 grant has been awarded to the Williams Alliance to help them mentor the Hualapai Tribe Youth Services Coalition through the Drug Free Communities program. While our law enforcement community does all that it can to keep our communities safe and put drug dealers behind [...]
Man Arrested for Pulling Over Woman
KINGMAN, Ariz. (AP) — A 76-year-old Peach Springs man faces felony charges after he allegedly pulled over a woman Sunday for speeding in northwestern Arizona.
The Mohave County Sheriff’s Office said a 31-year-old woman told deputies she was pulled over for speeding on Route 66 by a truck driven by Dallas Quasula.
Sheriff’s Office spokeswoman Trish Carter [...]
Flagstaff Schools Chief Announces Retirement
FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. (AP) — The top administrator of Flagstaff public schools has announced his retirement.
Flagstaff Unified School District Superintendent Kevin Brown announced Tuesday evening he was leaving the district after 33 years, the past six as superintendent.
Brown said he will leave his post on Dec. 31.
Board member Sara Aleman thanked Brown for his years of [...]
Arizona Legislature Adjourns Special Session
By PAUL DAVENPORT, Associated Press Writer
PHOENIX (AP) — The Arizona Legislature adjourned its special session Tuesday, a move that gives Gov. Jan Brewer more time to act on pending budget bills that don’t include the temporary sales tax she wants.
Brewer had faced a Wednesday deadline to act on the bills sent to her last Thursday, [...]
Mass. Sen. Ted Kennedy Dies
HYANNIS PORT, Mass. (AP) — Massachusetts Sen. Edward M. Kennedy, the liberal lion of the Senate, has died after battling a brain tumor. He was 77.
Kennedy’s family announced his death in a brief statement released early Wednesday.
For nearly a half-century in the Senate, Kennedy was a dominant voice on health care, civil rights, war and [...]
Arizona to Provide Ornaments for U.S. Capital Christmas Tree
PHOENIX – Arizona Governor Jan Brewer will announce the start of a statewide project to make ornaments to adorn the 2009 U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree on Thursday.
This is the first year Arizona has been chosen to provide the “People’s Tree” to be displayed on the U.S. Capitol lawn this holiday season. In addition, Arizona will [...]
Arizona Lawmakers Vow to Continue Health Care Debate
FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. (AP) — Three Arizona Democratic U.S. representatives targeted by protesters during their August recess say they’re committed to continuing the debate on health care.
Harry Mitchell of the 5th Congressional District has two teleconferences scheduled Wednesday. Gabrielle Giffords is hosting three town halls within the next week in the 8th District. And Ann Kirkpatrick [...]
Hit and Run on Cedar, Forest Ave.
FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. (NAZT) – A gray Honda was traveling west on Cedar/Forest Ave Monday when two cars approached from behind at a very high rate of speed. One of the vehicles lost control and impacted the Honda spinning it onto the side of the road. Witnesses said the vehicle nearly flipped over. The vehicle that [...]
Interior Secretary to Meet with Navajo Officials
Interior Secretary Kenneth Salazar is set to meet with Navajo Nation President Joe Shirley Jr. on Thursday afternoon
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