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Douglas to hold red, white and boom celebration
Douglas residents can rejoice, there will be fireworks in Douglas this year weather permitting, that according to Douglas’ Fire Chief Mario Novoa.

Lightning sparks house fire
Lightning is being blamed as the cause of a house fire that broke out shortly after 3 p.m. Friday in the 900 block of 11th Street.

Why shop in Douglas?
Personal attention was the main topic at the Chamber of Commerce luncheon on June 21. Guest speaker and board member Faith Collins spoke on the importance of shopping Douglas first.

Former Mayor honored
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St. Stephens and First Presbyterian Church host joint Vacation Bible School
Saint Stephens Episcopalian and First Presbyterian Churches invited families to their joint Vacation Bible School program called “Shake it up café” last week.

Students to get free admission to all athletic events
In an effort to increase attendance at all DHS athletic events the Douglas School Board of Education agreed at its second June meeting last week to suspend student admission fees and allow all students, regardless of what school they attend, free access to all athletic events for the next school year.

DUSD Board to hold public hearing on budget
The Douglas School Board of Education changed its July 3 meeting to Monday July 9 at 5 p.m. in the board room of the DUSD main office on 12th Street.

Douglas Family Health welcomes a new Family Nurse Practitioner and announces new hours of operation
Sierra Vista Regional Health Center’s Douglas Family Health welcomes Coretta Gervin, DNP, FNP-C, a Family Nurse Practitioner. With Coretta joining the medical staff, the Douglas Family Health is now open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 12 noon and 1-5 p.m.

New Government Center dedicated
Dignitaries from all over southern Arizona were on hand Tuesday for the dedication of the newly restored Douglas Government Center/Cochise County Regional Service Center.

City Manager Shook retires after 5 years
Douglas City Manager Curtis Shook retired after five years of service on June 29.

Missing person report results in suspicious death
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Douglas CBP Officers seize stolen vehicle
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De La Torre officially takes over as City Manager
Carlos De La Torre began his new job as City Manager on July 2.

Douglas residents celebrate Fourth of July
Douglas residents celebrated the Fourth of July last week with a parade, carnival and fireworks.

Alvarado named DFD’s Firefighter of the Year
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Don't wait to fill out your FAFSA
The Cochise College Financial Aid office is reminding students who are planning to attend college in the fall that now is the time to complete the 2012-13 Free Application for Federal Student Aid.

USCIS brings immigration information services to Douglas
On July 25, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) will bring information services to Douglas for the first time, to assist Cochise County residents in their immigration journeys.

Local man victim of stabbing
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Local Democrats meeting
All Democrats, Independents and concerned citizens from Douglas, Pirtleville and the surrounding area are invited to participate with people who share your views and support local candidates. Our group consider ourselves to be your personal link to the local and county Democratic party. Our mission is to register voters, answer questions about elections and candidates and increase voter turn out.

School starts August 2 for DUSD
With August 2, the first day of school, fast approaching here are some things you need to know about registering your child for school.

DOC officer one of five arrested in alleged drug smuggling attempt
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DUSD Board adopts budget
The Douglas School Board of Education officially adopted its budget for fiscal year 2012/13 at a special meeting July 9.

Budget approved at public hearing
At the city council public hearing, July 11, the fiscal year budget was approved.

4 juveniles appear in court for alleged role in RBMS bomb threat
Four juveniles from Douglas were in juvenile court in Sierra Vista earlier this month for their alleged involvement in the bomb threat at Ray Borane Middle School.

Accident injures several, leads to DUI arrest
Speed and alcohol are believed to have been a factor in a two-vehicle accident early Sunday morning that sent several people to the hospital.

Brewer opposes initiative to make education sales tax permanent
PHOENIX -- Gov. Jan Brewer said recently she opposes plans to make permanent the temporary sales tax hike she championed two years ago.

Rain dumps over 2 inches
Heavy rain and gusting winds caught many Douglas residents off guard Sunday blowing through Douglas causing some damage throughout parts of town.

Immunization and sports physical reminders for parents
With August 2, the first day of school, fast approaching here are some things you need to know about registering your child for school.

Fighting Irish Cantina now open
Denny’s restaurant opened the “Fighting Irish Cantina” on June 29. They have enclosed the back patio making into a sports bar.

Magician entertains crowd
Magician Richard Steele was in Douglas last week putting on a performance at Castro Park that attracted over 250 people.

CCSO Search and Rescue takes first place in rodeo
The Cochise County Sheriff’s Office Search and Rescue Swift Water Rescue Team participated in the 11th annual Swiftwater Rodeo at the Saguaro Lake Ranch on the Salt River north of Phoenix recently.

Cox wins state essay contest
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DHS Cheer Camp another great success
Douglas High School Spirit squad hosted a four-day stunt and cheer camp held June 25-28 in the DHS gym.

Robles family gathering toys for TMC
Last July while celebrating his fifth birthday with his cousin Debanny, Rene Robles suffered a one hour seizure.

Library to host 2 events this week
The Douglas Public Library and the Friends of the Douglas Library are hosting two more events this week.

Krentz makes donation to Douglas Library
Susan Krentz, wife of slain rancher Robert Krentz, made a book donation to the Douglas Library, July 9.

Sign-ups for China Poblana have begun
Applications are now being taken for China Poblana. There is an entry fee of $25, and each participant must sell at least 25 tickets in order to be considered for selection.

Cochise College Douglas campus receives partial makeover
DOUGLAS — Students and visitors should notice several upgrades to the north side of the Cochise College Douglas campus when summer break is over and it's time to return for the fall semester.

Elfrida FFA Members excel at state
On June 7 – 9, 2012, over 900 FFA members from Arizona traveled to Tucson in order to participate in leadership oriented Career Development Event Contests.

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