Arizona Range News

07/23/2025

WILLCOX QUARTERBACK CLUB receives $15,000 from the AZ BOWL! Check Presentation

07/23/2025

Speaker Mike Johnson said he would shut down the House until September to block a vote on calling for the release of the Jeffrey Epstein files. “We’re done being lectured on transparency,” Johnson said. Read more: https://nyti.ms/458VVjQ

07/23/2025

Have you taken any outstanding photos in the past year? Submit them for a chance to be featured in our 2026 Imagine Cochise Calendar!

Photos MUST be horizontal. Submit here: http://myheraldreview.secondstreetapp.com/Imagine-Cochise-2026/rounds/1/gallery/

07/21/2025

07/21/2025

07/21/2025

Do you know any heroes in Cochise County? Nominate them today for any of the below categories!

Animal Welfare Advocate

Arts and Culture Promoter

Business Builder

Citizen of the Year

Civic Engagement Innovator

Community Builder Award

Community Organizer Excellence

Community Philanthropist

Community Resilience Award

Community Sports Leader

Cultural Heritage Preserver

Digital Inclusion Advocate

Diversity and Inclusion Advocate

Education Champion

Environmental Champion

Health and Wellness Advocate

Humanitarian of the Year

Innovation and Technology Leader

LGBTQ+ Rights Advocate

Lifetime Achievement Award

Mental Health Champion

Neighborhood Revitalization Leader

Outstanding Service to Seniors

Public Safety

Refugee and Migrant Supporter

Rural Community Champion

Social Justice Advocate

Youth Empowerment Champion

Youth Leader Award

Volunteer of the Year

Deadline to nominate is August 15th. Nominate and learn more here:
https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/cochisecountyheroes/

Cochise County Heroes is designed to recognize the Heroes of Cochise County. An annual awards banquet will be held on September 19, 2025, as a way to recognize those who selflessly serve our community and go above and beyond.

07/20/2025

07/19/2025

07/19/2025

Now Hiring: Part-Time Horseback Riders
📍 Willcox Livestock Auction – Willcox, AZ

We’re looking for hard-working, reliable individuals to join our team at the Willcox Livestock Auction. This is a part-time position working horseback with livestock at a long-standing, family-run business.

Requirements:

Must be comfortable and experienced working horseback

Have a solid understanding of livestock handling

Must be able to read and understand paperwork

Willing to work outdoors and handle physical labor

Ability to work long hours as needed

Be a team player and work well with others and customers

We’re hiring immediately, so if you’re dependable and passionate about working with animals, we’d love to hear from you.

📍 Please apply in person at the Willcox Livestock Auction to pick up an application

07/18/2025

COTTONWOOD — One year after falling just short with a fourth-place finish, the Willcox 8-10 Softball All-Stars returned to the Arizona Little League state tournament determined to finish the job.

07/17/2025

The All-American Hot Dog: A National Icon

WILLCOX – Happy National Hot Dog Day! Few foods are as iconic as the hot dog, a staple of American culture that evokes summer barbecues, ball games, and backyard cookouts. On National Hot Dog Day, celebrated each July, the spotlight returns to this humble yet beloved food.
Believed to have originated from German immigrants who brought sausages to the U.S. in the 19th century, the hot dog evolved into an American classic.
By the early 20th century, it was being sold at baseball parks and street carts from New York to Chicago, quickly cementing its place in the national identity.
Whether enjoyed with mustard at a Fourth of July picnic or loaded with chili and cheese at a county fair, the hot dog is more than just a quick bite—it’s a culinary canvas.
Regional styles abound: New York dogs are topped with sauerkraut and onions, Chicago dogs boast pickles, tomatoes, and sport peppers, and in the Southwest, the Sonoran dog is wrapped in bacon and served with pinto beans and jalapeños.
There are some tasty variations of these dogs being conjured up right here in Cochise County. When in Bisbee, it’s Jimmy's Hot Dog Co. and their classic variations, like their Chicago dog. In Willcox, stop at Katy’s for a Sonoran dog, or for a foot-long chili dog at Big Tex BBQ (It’s the Monday special).
Recently, the new hot cart in Benson named Slinging Wieners changed its name to Kris K’s Hot Wieners, but you can still get the same tasty dogs. El Asadero, a 2025 newcomer to the Benson Street culinary scene, has a worthy Sonoran too.
In Sierra Vista, the Sonoran Dog at 143 Street Tacos is noteworthy. A custom Sonoran-style roll from Alejandro’s in Tucson sliced to hold two flame-broiled links atop a bed or grilled onions. The wieners, of a beef/pork mix, are topped with bacon, beans, and a pico de gallo of mostly tomato. A splash of crema topping and a sq**rt of mustard complete their presentation. The usual salsa condiments can be added.
Despite health debates and evolving food trends, the hot dog endures. Americans consume billions annually, and it remains a fixture at concession stands and dinner tables alike. Its affordability, portability, and nostalgic appeal keep it timeless.
The hot dog is more than a snack—it’s a symbol of American simplicity, ingenuity, and community. On National Hot Dog Day, we celebrate a food that has brought generations together, one bun at a time.
Check out this photo review of some of our favorite dogs from around Cochise County. Want us to try your favorite dog? Tell us where it’s at, we’ll put it on our list.

07/17/2025

Willcox 8-10 state championship game delayed to Thursday morning

The Willcox All-Stars 8-10 year-old Little League state championship game versus Queen Creek has been in a weather delay since before the 5 p.m. scheduled start time.
Tournament officials have announced that the game has been canceled and has been rescheduled for Thursday morning at 9 a.m.