Much of the Arizona Sonora Desert is a desolate region that is filled with desperation and little hope. Despite the lack of promise in much of the desert, people continue to cross illegally in search of hope, opportunity and stability in the United States. For years, people from all over the world particularly Latin America, have…
Doctors are becoming a scarce commodity in rural Arizona, and despite recent legislation, it seems like money isn’t the real answer. In February, Governor Doug Ducey signed a bill which enhances the Arizona State Loan Repayment Program. The program is set in place to entice healthcare professionals, including physicians, general dentists, nurse practitioners, physician assistants…
Once upon a time, the area of land stretching from Phoenix to New Mexico was part of the Barony of Arizona. At least, that’s what James Reavis, the “Baron of Arizona,” would have had you believe. In the early 1880s, Reavis swindled settlers in the Arizona territory, claiming he had a Spanish land grant for…
The Old Bisbee Brewing Company has prided itself on the use of top quality ingredients from around the world, but a new addition to the menu is featuring hops from Bisbee’s mountainous backyard. Neomexicanus hops, native to New Mexico, have crept across the state border and are flourishing in the Mule Mountains as well as…
Gift shops full of Arizona and Western-themed souvenirs and knick-knacks line Allen Street in Tombstone. They sell similar items. A kokopelli fabric square, pink cowgirl gun, Arizona shot glasses and cowboy hats. The common link between these Old West themed tchotchkes – most are not made in Arizona. “I get things from everywhere,” said Robert…
