The Daily Chirp

Today - Three Cochise County high school football teams faced a tough slate of games Friday night — and unfortunately, all three came up short on the scoreboard, including one that nearly pulled off a thrilling comeback.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today - A Cochise County slaughterhouse is under federal scrutiny after a disturbing incident involving the inhumane killing of a steer.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on Cochise County Week in Review, we cover five stories making headlines. Sierra Vista’s library café deal has collapsed, leaving the city back at square one. Deputy County Attorney Paul Correa pushes to have charges against him dismissed. Children’s author Edward Dennis visits Wilcox to share his family-inspired books with local students. The Cochise County jail tax election faces new disputes ahead of November’s re-vote. And in True Crime, a fatal motorcycle crash raises questions about how justice was handled.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today - One year after a deadly crash near St. David, questions still linger about why the case was never reviewed by the Cochise County Attorney’s Office.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today - Some Cochise County schools are seeing surprising benefits from stricter cell phone rules — including fewer vaping incidents and more face-to-face conversations.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today - A brutal attack at a San Simon rest area in February has led to a first-degree murder indictment, with the suspect now the focus of an international manhunt.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today - Despite new federal visa restrictions, Nogales’ trucking lanes remain steady — and local leaders say there’s no cause for alarm.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today - Could Sierra Vista’s prized golf course be the key to keeping local home values high — or the reason they could tumble?Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this special Saturday edition of This is Cochise County: Week in Review, host Matt Hickman is joined by reporters Terri Jo Neff and Bruce Whetten for three important stories: the search to fill Judge Terry Bannon’s vacant seat as fourteen applicants step forward, a Douglas community memorial honoring Officer Ray Rios two decades after his death in the line of duty, and a lawsuit challenging the approval process behind Benson’s proposed aluminum recycling plant.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today - A repeat offender, a dropped registration requirement, and a haunting question: could one legal decision have prevented another victim?Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today - A Cochise County Supervisor is now accusing the county’s former top attorney of malpractice—deepening a legal battle that already involves felony charges, $300,000 in legal fees, and questions about who should foot the bill.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today - A clever mule, a loose gate, and one determined deputy — how Big Red's solo adventures became a Cochise County legend.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today - A Sierra Vista sex offender is headed back to prison after a sharp-eyed probation officer uncovered new crimes — stopping a dangerous cycle in its tracks.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today - Douglas’s Mayor was honored by Agua Prieta in a show of cross-border collaboration.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today - Sierra Vista’s Youth Council is facing new challenges after losing a key partnership, but city leaders say they’re determined to keep the program thriving.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today - A Sierra Vista couple is working to bring true community-based recycling back to the region — and they’ve got state support, a solid plan, and a looming deadline.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today: A historic hotel in Bisbee is teetering between decay and revival as the community debates its future.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today - the Three “Better” programs launched in Sierra Vista over the past few years — Better Bucks, Better Work, and Better Meals — continue to thrive, giving those in need a leg up with compassion, dignity, and a lot of community support.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today - A Bisbee father was murdered in his own home, and ten years later, despite a named suspect and a trail of missed chances, his killer remains free.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today we’re hearing from Ernesto Leone with Arizona Sunshine. The group is bringing its first-ever free health clinic to Wilcox this September, offering dental, vision, and medical services to anyone in the community. He spoke to Herald Review Managing Editor, Matt Hickman, about what’s planned and why it matters.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today - As Cochise County officials prepare for a critical jail tax vote, a legal battle over a hidden report is raising questions about transparency and trust.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today: A failed contingency plan and a state inspection leave Cochise County scrambling to fund urgent fire safety upgrades at the jail.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today - A new historical society in the Santa Cruz Valley isn’t just preserving the past, it’s bringing it back to life, one marker and one story at a time.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today: Seasoned triathlete Kira Stanley made her mark in Sierra Vista, finishing far ahead of the pack at this year’s Hummingbird Triathlon.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today: Step onto a desert trail near Hereford and into the footsteps of ancient hunters at one of North America’s most significant Ice Age sites.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today: Sierra Vista’s city manager lays out a stark financial picture and a cautious path forward, and it all hinges on shrinking revenue, housing slowdowns, and the future of Fort Huachuca.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today: A 60-year-old homicide case is stirring political drama in Cochise County, as a Green Valley man demands millions — or the removal of a sitting supervisor.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today: When a police operation left a Sierra Vista man’s fence broken and his water shut off, the fight to get it fixed turned into a days-long ordeal.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today: Bisbee’s Warren neighborhood could soon earn a spot on the National Register of Historic Places, but the path to prestige is stirring up some hometown debate.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today: A Cochise County judge raised serious concerns over a legal settlement that leaves a severely injured girl with just a sliver of the compensation awarded for the loss of her thumb. Read more: https://www.myheraldreview.com/news/cochise_county/judge-voiced-concern-of-low-payout-in-thumb-amputation-case/article_569266ad-f698-44c3-b871-115ffa1e919e.html Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today: A Tombstone deputy’s lawsuit reveals a troubling chain of events inside the city’s K9 program, and raises big questions about accountability in local law enforcement.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.