Sheriff Danos criticizes proposed 911 funding shift, highlights regional SWAT, AED grants and local safety initiatives On KWCD's First Watch, Cochise County Sheriff Mark Danos warned that a state change would shift most 911 costs to local governments, praised recent regionalization of SWAT and a 110-AED grant, and urged fire‑season preparedness and safer driving practices.

Sheriff Mark Danos is sounding the alarm over a state plan that could burden local governments with 65% of 911 costs, while also showcasing vital improvements to public safety in Cochise County.

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Cochise County supervisors review higher election fees, ballot translation and poll‑worker pay At a March 24 work session, Cochise County supervisors reviewed staff proposals to raise county election charges to municipalities, discussed ballot length and Spanish translations for ballots, and asked staff to draft a resolution and IGA with an effective date no earlier than Jan. 1, 2027.

Cochise County supervisors are considering a significant increase in election fees and improving ballot accessibility, raising vital questions about voter experience and inclusivity.

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Regardless of what the Republicans in the AZ Legislature want you to believe, there is little to no voter fraud. Make sure your voice is heard, vote. If you are not registered get registered today!

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NO KINGS Willcox Arizona · No Kings **We have the power and are claiming it together. No Thrones. No Crowns. No Kings.** What began in 2025 as a single day of defiance has become a sustained national resistance to tyranny, spreading fr...

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NO KINGS 3 - Douglas Indivisible · No Kings **We have the power and are claiming it together. No Thrones. No Crowns. No Kings.** What began in 2025 as a single day of defiance has become a sustained national resistance to tyranny, spreading fr...

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NO KINGS 3.0, Bisbee · No Kings A peaceful, non-violent protest against the Trump regime. **We have the power and are claiming it together. No Thrones. No Crowns. No Kings.** What began in 2025 as a single day of defiance has beco...

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NO KINGS 3 - Sierra Vista · No Kings Join Defenders of Democracy Cochise County on this National Day of Action as we rally to say ... **We have the power and are claiming it together. No Thrones. No Crowns. No Kings.** What began in 20...

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Remember Bryan Blehm's involvement in Cochise? Also that Peggy Judd had been told her legal fees would be covered, but it never materialized? Oh and the anonymous "donor" that paid the legal fees for Crosby and Judd? Many of us suspected it was Lindell. There was also the email/letter Judd sent out about We The People that was shared by then failed SV Mayor candidate Steve Conroy, who now sits on the SV School Board.

Personal thoughts 👇 about 👆 I would add that many of these villains came through #CochiseCounty and shook hands with the Sheriff and SV Mayor

Insurrectionist Brunch 2020 election plot conspirators, Project 2025, and the plan to deploy military within the United States-- in the name of “border security”

Take the time to read this. It's a decent look at how we got where we are now and the players involved. And #Arizona has its cameo with its Election deniers and of course connections to #CochiseCounty.
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Cochise County trains poll workers on opening, security and new ID-verified early-ballot procedures Cochise County Elections held a training session for poll workers covering opening/closing duties, equipment setup and security, handling provisional and surrendered ballots, ADA access, chain-of-custody rules and a new Arizona ID-verified early-ballot procedure under HB 2785.

Cochise County Elections is ensuring every vote counts with comprehensive training for poll workers on new ID-verified early ballot procedures and essential election day protocols.

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Food Drive In Cochise County: 18 Local Pantries Join Forces March 14-20 In Cochise County, over 20,000 residents face hunger, prompting 18 local food pantries to team up for a food drive from March 14th to 20th, inviting donations to support families in need.

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The voters in Cochise County should not be surprised that the election deniers who sit on the BOS went for this. In 2024 Democrats ran 3 well qualified candidates for the BOS , one in each district as well as an outstanding candidate for County Recorder. Voters wouldn't listen.

A riveting sunset casting big calligraphic shadows on distant mountains with rich shrubbery and a road in front

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Cochise County sheriff urges vigilance, touts statewide communications upgrade Sheriff Mark Danos discussed regional public-safety trends, a new statewide communications link for first responders, and community follow-up on repeat-offender concerns during a KWCD 'First Watch' interview.

Cochise County Sheriff Mark Danos urges residents to stay vigilant as he reveals a groundbreaking communications upgrade for first responders amidst rising violence concerns.

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Local electric co-op says federal-state grant will fund wildfire-mitigation upgrades Sulphur Springs Valley Electric Cooperative officials said a federal-state resilience grant will fund non-explosive fuses, expanded drone inspections and underground cable locating equipment to reduce wildfire risk and improve reliability for members.

Sulphur Springs Valley Electric Cooperative is set to revolutionize wildfire safety with a $1.6 million federal grant, introducing non-explosive fuses and advanced drone inspections to protect our community.

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Meanwhile in #CochiseCounty they want to revisit the whole voting machine debacle from 2022. Voting to send a letter to #Tulsi playing pick me with #Bondi. None of this is happening in a vacuum

Cochise supervisors approve letter to Gabbard, direct staff to study Portal vote center BISBEE — The Cochise County Board of Supervisors voted Tuesday to send a letter to Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard seeking information about voting system test laboratory accreditation...

Antenori added that the board’s broader objective is to strengthen public confidence in elections

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Passed 2-0
Nitwits voting: Frank Antenori and Tom Crosby; one sup MIA

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Leaders from Arizona county are looking to Tulsi Gabbard for clarification on voting systems

"The Cochise County Board of Supervisors is asking Tulsi Gabbard, the director of national intelligence, to weigh in on local election operations"
Crosby insists they don't think there is a problem BUT some of us lived through the 2022 election mess in #CochiseCounty and the fallout

Board approves Southline Transmission franchise; developer projects $8M pre-commercial, $37M post-commercial tax revenue estimate The Cochise County Board of Supervisors voted 2-0 (one not voting) to adopt Resolution 26-03 granting an electric-services franchise to Southline Transmission LLC. Developer Christina Tamayo said the project is an independent transmission build that could generate an estimated $8 million in pre-commercial property tax revenue and about $37 million once energized over the asset's life.

Cochise County just approved a groundbreaking electric-services franchise that could generate a staggering $37 million in tax revenue—transforming local infrastructure and funding essential services!

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Cochise supervisors authorize letter to national intelligence director on voting-system test labs; public commenter calls it a 'fishing expedition' The board authorized a Feb. 24, 2026 letter to Tulsi Gabbard (Director of National Intelligence) requesting information on Voting System Test Laboratory accreditation and ES&S certification. A public commenter criticized the letter as political; supervisors said the inquiry seeks procedural clarity about lab accreditation and certification.

Cochise County supervisors are diving deep into voting integrity, authorizing a letter to seek clarity on test lab accreditation, but not everyone is on board—some call it a 'fishing expedition'!

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Sierra Vista readies revised Vista 2040 general plan, seeks public input Adam Curtis, the city communications manager, said the revised Vista 2040 general plan is a high-level roadmap (not zoning or tax policy), will be considered by Planning & Zoning on May 5 and by the city council in June before going to voters in November; residents can comment at engage.sierravistaaz.gov.

The City of Sierra Vista is gearing up for its revised Vista 2040 General Plan, and they want YOUR input to shape the future of the community!

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Sheriff Mark Danels highlights county response programs, urges safer driving Sheriff Mark Danels used his KWCD First Watch appearance to outline county public-safety programs — school resource and school-security officer coverage, a care team with a soon-to-expire grant, and a local opioid-treatment clinic — and deliver a driving-safety message to Cochise County listeners.

Sheriff Mark Danels is on a mission to bolster public safety in Cochise County with new school initiatives, vital opioid treatment programs, and a driving safety message that everyone needs to hear.

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Cochise County supervisors pull electric franchise from consent agenda, flag benefit rate increases and courts, elections items for discussion At a Feb. 19 work session, Cochise County supervisors agreed to remove an electric franchise agreement from the consent agenda for further review, were briefed on a state pass-through grant for traffic cameras, and previewed a benefit-premium increase that would raise employee and county contributions.

Cochise County supervisors are raising eyebrows by pulling a controversial electric franchise from the consent agenda and flagging potential hikes in employee benefits—what's at stake?

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Cochise County Is Running Out of Money. Frank Antenori Thinks Solar-Powered Data Centers Might Save It. SIERRA VISTA - Frank Antenori does not mince words when he says Cochise County is at a fork in the road.

Our #MAGA supervisor not only wants a #DataCenter in #CochiseCounty ... He wants a #nuclear - powered data center

I am not making this up!

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Kristi Noem was unable to cite single election fraud case during secretive Arizona visit DHS Secretary Noem visits Phoenix, claims Arizona election fraud but can't provide examples as state officials rebuke false claims

With #CochiseCounty Sheriff Dannels by her side & no Election Officials (but Heap) Noem is unable to name 1 instance of fraud in #Arizona

Sierra Vista police roll out Axon in-car cameras, new patrol trucks and stepped-up community events Sierra Vista Police are deploying Axon in-car cameras synced with body cameras, adding four new patrol Silverados and expanding specialty units while promoting community programs including a Shred A Thon and Coffee with a Cop.

Sierra Vista Police are enhancing transparency and safety with new Axon in-car cameras synced to body cameras, along with exciting community events and new patrol vehicles!

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Planning Commission Forwards Cochise County Comprehensive Plan 2045 to Board After Public Hearing Following a public hearing and multiple public comments about water, testing for solar projects and growth, the Planning and Zoning Commission voted to recommend adoption of the Cochise County Comprehensive Plan 2045 (amended to incorporate clarifications and technical corrections) and will forward the plan to the Board of Supervisors for a hearing on March 10, 2026.

Cochise County is taking a bold step towards its future with the Comprehensive Plan 2045, but concerns about water and energy projects are raising crucial questions!

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Cochise County weighs zoning guardrails for utility-scale solar amid budget strains Supervisors and planning staff held an informational session on utility-scale solar, reviewing benefits (centrally assessed equipment tax revenue, temporary construction jobs) and risks (water, decommissioning costs, fire safety). Staff proposed stronger permit conditions, financial assurance and site studies before approvals.

Cochise County is exploring how to balance booming utility-scale solar projects with protecting residents from long-term costs and environmental risks.

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Cochise County approves Year 2 of school-based mental health grant, fentanyl pilot and school safety app accounts The Cochise County Board of Supervisors on Feb. 10 approved Year 2 of a federal school-based mental health grant worth $322,268, a fentanyl-reduction pilot with Village Creek Corporation and developer accounts needed to deploy a school safety anonymous tip app tied to Sandy Hook Promise.

Cochise County is taking a bold step forward by approving a $322,268 mental health grant and launching innovative initiatives to combat fentanyl and enhance school safety!

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