The Daily Chirp

Today: Years after a routine MRI turned tragic, a Sierra Vista mother is still fighting for answers and accountability.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today: As drug cartels turn to drones for smuggling and surveillance, soldiers at Fort Huachuca are adapting to a rapidly evolving threat along Arizona’s border.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today: Accusations of deception and unpaid wages have put Bisbee Pride Inc. in the hot seat — and now the attorney general is involved.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today - A generous gesture and a big “thank you” went to the Willcox Fire Department this week, as the Chamber of Commerce honored their dedication with a $1,000 donation.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today: With construction already underway, hundreds of Benson residents gathered to question what they see as a fast-tracked aluminum plant proposal, and many left feeling unheard.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today: A former Tombstone employee who stole nearly half a million from the O.K. Corral is still dodging jail time, despite a court order and mounting frustration from victims.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today - A beloved shelter in Benson is closing its doors — at least temporarily — and the community is being asked to step up fast to help find homes for the animals left inside.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today - A road rage murder is resolved in court, but questions still swirl around the victim’s alarming blood alcohol level.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today - A Bisbee city councilwoman is pushing back after a feel-good message from the Visitors Center drew fresh criticism on social media.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today - A Sierra Vista investigation has led to multiple felony charges against a former educator accused of an inappropriate relationship with a minor. Read more: https://www.myheraldreview.com/news/sierravista/former-sv-educator-charged-with-sex-crimes-involving-a-minor/article_c9df443d-c573-48d7-b91e-8ed550aa0e95.html Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today - A former Buena High School teacher pleads not guilty to multiple felony charges, including sexual exploitation of a minor, following a grand jury indictment.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today - A former city official is pushing Sierra Vista to reconnect Fort Huachuca with public transit, saying too many residents are being left behind. Read more: https://www.myheraldreview.com/news/sierravista/isom-urges-city-to-restore-bus-service-to-fort-huachuca/article_f182f6d5-bad4-4d08-8fb4-bd256e0d2a62.htmlSupport the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today - A Sierra Vista couple says they’re stuck in place, caught between Arizona’s rent laws and a park policy they say is blocking the sale of their home. Read more: https://www.myheraldreview.com/news/sierravista/rent-hike-leaves-sv-couple-unable-to-sell-mobile-home/article_50d9704b-fa1c-433a-8283-87af516e6287.htmlSupport the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today - A city leader opens up about her darkest days, revealing a personal battle with mental health and why she’s choosing to speak out now — not just for herself, but for anyone who might be suffering in silence.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today: As the nation quietly observes Atomic Veterans Day this week, one Sierra Vista resident reflects on a once-classified mission, decades of silence, and a legacy that’s only now coming to light. Read more: https://www.myheraldreview.com/news/sierravista/unsung-heroes-air-force-retiree-didnt-know-atomic-vet/article_c8d9c715-877d-4ff8-9038-f4e7809e04af.html Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today - As the Army prepares to sunset its equine programs, Fort Huachuca’s cherished B Troop is saddling up for its final ride, marking the end of a tradition loved by generations. Read more: https://www.myheraldreview.com/news/fort_huachuca/beloved-b-troop-at-fort-huachuca-sets-sights-on-goodbye/article_ef1eaae2-f6a8-45d4-a6ca-6313a5d886f9.htmlSupport the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today - Just days after Douglas welcomed back Mexican cattle at its port of entry for the first time in nearly two months, a fast-moving livestock parasite brought everything to a grinding halt—putting cross-border commerce, local agriculture, and animal health back on high alert.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today - In a still unfolding investigation, A Sierra Vista teacher is facing serious felony charges after being arrested this week for alleged sex crimes with a minor—and the community is reacting.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today - Sierra Vista is charting an ambitious path forward with a newly updated Plan for Prosperity, featuring big ideas in tourism, entrepreneurship, and even spaceport development.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today - It was standing room only at the latest Benson Planning & Zoning meeting, where a zoning change and a new controversial aluminum plant had the public fired up.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today - A former Sierra Vista police officer pleads not guilty to multiple charges after a disturbing series of events that began with a DUI traffic stop and unraveled a deeper pattern of misconduct.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today - A major shift is underway at the Raul H. Castro Port of Entry in Douglas, where federal planners are rethinking construction to better handle flood risk, utility demands, and long-term costs.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today: Branden Brown’s baseball dreams are taking him from Sierra Vista’s fields to the collegiate stage at Western Texas College. Read more: https://www.myheraldreview.com/news/sierravista/buena-highs-branden-brown-commits-to-western-texas-college/article_c1365435-d116-458c-8cc5-9163413e04c6.htmlSupport the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today we’re looking at why Bisbee’s future as Cochise County’s seat could hang in the balance as leaders debate where to build a new county jail.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today - We’re taking a closer look at the continuing struggle to address homelessness in Bisbee, where efforts to clear encampments have led to new challenges for both the city and private property owners.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today - A third-generation miner who rose from laborer to industry leader is helping secure Arizona’s mining future with a major gift to the University of Arizona.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today - A retiring Fort Huachuca commander sounds the alarm that if the Electronic Proving Ground goes away, the fort itself may not be far behind.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today - A new aluminum recycling plant in Benson is drawing intense backlash from residents, but many fear the effort to stop it has come far too late. Read more: https://www.myheraldreview.com/news/benson/outcry-over-benson-aluminum-recycling-plant-may-be-too-late/article_916dafa8-c9a5-486c-9250-0ce5bc9b936a.html Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today - A Cochise County woman charged with attempted murder will be forcibly medicated at the Arizona State Hospital in an effort to restore her competency to stand trial.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today - A Gen Z activist is shaking up southern Arizona politics with a bold congressional bid—and a backup plan.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today - A Cochise County supervisor demands $300,000 in legal fees, and county leaders turn again to a Tucson attorney for advice.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today - A Sierra Vista man’s legal battle over court filing fees could have far-reaching implications for how indigent litigants are treated across Cochise County.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today - A broken bakery window sparks debate in Bisbee about homelessness, public safety, and community priorities.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Sierra Vista man’s lawsuit was dismissed for being filed one day late, but he says the delay wasn’t his fault. Now he’s asking the Arizona Court of Appeals to weigh in on whether the state’s fee waiver system unfairly penalizes low-income litigants, raising broader questions about equal access to justice.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today - Some of Cochise County’s most scenic public lands could be up for sale—but not without a fight.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A new plan from the U.S. Forest Service lays out how to protect and manage the Arizona National Scenic Trail—an 807-mile path that stretches from Mexico to Utah. We look at the trail’s origins, what the plan includes, and why it matters for the future of public lands in the Southwest.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today - In Willcox, where groundwater once seemed plentiful, one man is now hauling his family’s water by hand — and warning others that a crisis has already arrived.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today - A Sierra Vista gun shop is at the center of a federal firearms trafficking case, with prosecutors outlining a scheme involving straw purchasers, military-grade weapons, and suspected cartel ties.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fort Huachuca’s Electronic Proving Ground may lose nearly half its civilian staff, a move Arizona lawmakers say would weaken electronic-warfare readiness and hit Cochise County jobs; we unpack what makes this desert test range irreplaceable and why its fate hinges on the Army’s upcoming budget decisions.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Hereford bed-and-breakfast says Cochise County’s zoning crackdown has cost it millions and dozens of jobs. After a two-year paper trail of citations, canceled weddings, and mounting legal fees, the owners of Ramsey Canyon Inn have filed an $18.5 million notice of claim and are demanding sweeping reforms at county hall. We dig into the 41-page filing, the county’s counter-suit, and what both sides mean by “government overreach.” Plus, Mark Hays has today’s forecast.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

District 1 Supervisor Tom Crosby has filed a formal claim asking Cochise County to reimburse $300,000 in legal expenses tied to felony charges stemming from his actions after the 2022 election, reigniting debate over when public officials should be financially protected.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Terri Romo has officially stepped in as interim superintendent of the Sierra Vista Unified School District, taking the reins during a pivotal year. With school closures, budget shortfalls, and restructuring on the horizon, Romo draws on her deep local roots and decades of experience to guide the district through change — with a focus on stability, communication, and student success.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sharon Cunha-Clyne has pleaded guilty to tampering with evidence in a complex legal battle over her late husband’s $1.2 million estate, ending years of civil and criminal proceedings marked by forged documents and family conflict.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bisbee residents will see small annual sewer rate increases starting in 2025, as the city works to fund long-overdue infrastructure repairs after more than a decade of frozen fees.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A new Mobile Market is helping Cochise County residents access fresh, local foods, from produce and meats to jams and honey, while supporting small farmers and offering extra help for SNAP shoppers.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Douglas is leaning on its partnership with Agua Prieta to attract national retailers, grow its economy, and tap into the spending power of cross-border shoppers.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Two major studies are shedding new light on the impact of Mexican gray wolves on cattle ranchers in Arizona and New Mexico. Researchers from the University of Arizona and UC Davis analyzed financial losses, stress levels in cattle, and wolf diets, finding both direct and indirect effects on herds. While ranchers report significant losses tied to wolf predation and stress, environmental groups argue the studies may overstate the problem and call for a more balanced view. The debate over wolves, livestock, and conservation continues.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, we take you to the edge of the U.S.-Mexico border in Cochise County, where life looks very different for residents living along the Roosevelt Reservation, a 60-foot strip of federally controlled land established in 1907. In Naco, 90-year-old Rose Peacock has lived for decades just steps from the towering border wall, watching both the landscape and politics change dramatically. Now, new military plans are bringing temporary Army installations to parts of the reservation, raising questions for those whose homes sit just feet from the fence. While federal officials say private property rights remain intact, residents like Peacock face the daily realities of broken fences, migrant crossings, and a constantly shifting border.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A judge has approved a settlement in Cochise County’s controversial Jail District election case, but his decision has left legal experts and local officials with more questions than answers. In today’s episode, we break down what the ruling means for the half-percent sales tax meant to fund a new jail, why Secretary of State Adrian Fontes tried to intervene, and how the suspension of tax collection could cost the county over $700,000 a month. With a re-vote now set for November, the legal and financial uncertainty isn’t going away anytime soon.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you’ve eaten a chile pepper in the U.S. recently, chances are it traces back to Ed Curry, a fourth-generation farmer from Pearce, Arizona, whose seeds power over 90% of the commercial chile market. Today, we explore how Curry built a global agricultural empire from his family’s farm, revolutionizing chile genetics through decades of trial, error, and faith. From withstanding hailstorms to pioneering water conservation practices, Curry’s story is one of resilience, innovation, and a deep-rooted belief in farming for the future.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Two wild mustangs, fresh from the open ranges of Utah and Nevada, are learning to trust humans for the first time. Sierra Vista trainer Linda Arnold, guided by veteran horseman Travis Elliston, is working patiently to transform fear into connection—one touch at a time. From desensitization exercises to the first haltering and saddling, Curry and Strider’s journey is a powerful look at what it takes to start, not break, a horse.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.