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Where the 20 wind and solar projects proposed for Navajo County stand ◆ Courts void cancellation of Hopi solar grant, but $25 million remains frozen ◆ Holbrook council approves signage for new Allsup’s travel plaza ◆ Petrified Forest closed for 43 days. Holbrook’s receipts went up. ◆ Katie Hobbs absent from Governor debate ◆ Arizona holds its first lieutenant governor debate ◆ Where the 20 wind and solar projects proposed for Navajo County stand ◆ Courts void cancellation of Hopi solar grant, but $25 million remains frozen ◆ Holbrook council approves signage for new Allsup’s travel plaza ◆ Petrified Forest closed for 43 days. Holbrook’s receipts went up. ◆ Katie Hobbs absent from Governor debate ◆ Arizona holds its first lieutenant governor debate

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March 2024

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Lady Bulldogs finish the season in opening round of state finals

Apr 30

It was a historic day on April 23, when elected officials and leaders from throughout the state, came together to celebrate the Middle Mile groundbreaking ceremony at the Navajo County Fairgrounds in Holbrook. Pictured are (left to right) former Navajo County Manager Glenn Kephart who spearheaded this endeavor with the support of the Board of Supervisors, Navajo County Supervisor Alberto Peshlakai, District II, Chairman Jason Whiting, District III, Governor Katie Hobbs, and Navajo County supervisors Fern Benally, District I, Dawnafe Whitesinger, District V and Daryl Seymore, District IV.

Broadband middle mile project poised to have major impact on economics in Navajo County

Apr 30

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County manager speaks about election concerns

Apr 30

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Winslow Animal Shelter faces challenge with overcrowding issues

Apr 30

This train in Winslow carrying military tanks and equipment was one of many that came to an unexpected halt following a derailment near Chambers, east of Holbrook along I-40. The incident, which involved no reported injuries, caused significant disruption including shutting down I-40 east to traffic for two days as authorities worked to secure the site and assess the situation.

Tanks, trains and automobiles get stuck in transit

Apr 30

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City council working to pen ordinance addressing slum lords

Apr 30

Collaboration is key to community development and the opinions of youth are a priority for Holbrook’s Mayor Kathleen Smith. Smith, along with Linda Kor and Talaina Kor of Grow Arizona Workforce Network visited Holbrook Junior High School in order to learn the priorities for these students when it comes to community development. The idea to do so came from Mayor Smith visiting with Rylie Patterson (second from left) who had written a letter to Smith months ago outlining her concerns and solutions. Rylie was name Mayor for the Day as part of the event. Seated to the left of Rylie is London Gardner.

Youth contribute important ideas for community development

Apr 30

Last week Lisa Salazar (seated), the director of Holbrook Extended Care, was recognized for her 39 years of exemplary service to the senior citizen community of Holbrook by the Congressional Office of Eli Crane. Pictured are (left to right) Mike Nilsson, Holbrook Senior Center president, Lori Mills, representative of Congressman Eli Crane, and Twyla Taylor, a member of the Holbrook Senior Center Board of Directors.

Lisa Salazar recognized for her dedication to Holbrook’s seniors

Apr 30

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Traditional dance celebrated at arts festival

Apr 30

Tyson, a Catahoula Leopard Dog, may not appear overjoyed but he most certainly is by now. Last week Tyson was traveling from an animal shelter in San Diego to his new home in Raleigh, North Carolina, after being housed at the shelter for over a year. Holbrook resident Twyla Taylor snapped this photo of Tyson while he waited for his new owner to grab a drink for the road at Studio 66 in Holbrook.

A road trip to a happy home

Apr 30