Friday, July 18, 2025

Good Morning! On this day in 1864, the Mowry Mines were sold at public auction for $2,000 after owner Sylvester Mowry was accused of being a Confederate sympathizer.

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Some Arizonans Will Get Medical Debt Relief

Gov. Katie Hobbs announced the government’s partnership with nonprofit Undue Medical Debt will result in the cancellation of $429 million in medical debt for more than 352,000 low-income Arizonans.

The effort involves negotiating with medical providers to buy and erase medical debt for a fraction of its value, using federal American Rescue Plan of 2021 funds.

Eligible people include those who earn up to 400% of the federal poverty level or owe at least 5% of their income in medical bills.

Qualifying residents will receive a letter from Undue Medical Debt notifying them that some or all of their debt has been erased.

The payments are part of an initiative aimed at erasing $2 billion in unpaid medical bills for up to 1 million Arizona residents.

All-Star’s Home Burglarized

A “high-end” burglary took place at the Scottsdale home of Ketel Marte, likely while the Arizona Diamondbacks infielder played in the MLB All-Star Game on Tuesday in Atlanta.

Jewelry and numerous personal items were stolen from the unoccupied home. Police found evidence of forced entry.

The break-in is the latest from around the country targeting homes of professional athletes, including NFL star quarterbacks Joe Burrow and Patrick Mahomes.

In February, seven Chilean nationals linked to a South American theft ring were charged with stealing more than $2 million worth of property from various professional athletes.

Meteorite Hunter Hits Paydirt in Georgia

An Arizona meteorite hunter found 10 stones after traveling to Georgia to help track down fragments from the June 26 meteor that hit south of Atlanta.

Prescott resident Robert Ward, who maintains one of the world’s largest meteorite museums in his home, set off on the search after seeing TV footage of the fireball.

Ward used undisclosed technology to identify probable fragment sites. The biggest rock he found—now on display at his museum—weighs 2.58 ounces.

NASA said the meteor entered Earth’s atmosphere at 30,000 mph before breaking up, releasing energy equal to 20 tons of TNT. A small fragment that hit the roof of a house in Georgia is under study by scientists.

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➤ Goodyear: A man, repeatedly fined by his HOA for operating a free water stand outside of his home, voiced frustration after his petition to oust three HOA board members was voided. (Watch)

➤ Flagstaff: More than a dozen dogs rescued from the Texas flooding are available for adoption at a local humane shelter. (Watch)

➤ Youngtown: Phoenix Valley mother Celena Vega has died from the injuries she received Sunday night when she was struck by a vehicle while trying to help a motorist injured in a car accident moments prior. (Watch)

➤ Sahuarita: Police arrested a 15-year-old boy in connection with the staging of three simulated explosive devices in various locations in June in the Rancho Sahuarita subdivision. (Watch)

➤ Tucson: A family whose home exploded in a fire on Tuesday was reunited with their missing cat the next day. (Watch)

➤ Statewide: More than 67,000 cases of Power Stick deodorant sold at Walmart, Dollar Tree, and Amazon were recalled for not complying with manufacturing regulations. (Details)

➤ Phoenix Mercury legend Diana Taurasi, who retired in February, was presented with an Icon Award at the ESPYs in honor of her 20-year career with the team and legacy of promoting women’s sports. (More)

➤ The Phoenix Suns bought out the remainder of Bradley Beal’s contract for nearly $100 million, ending the shooting guard’s tumultuous tenure in Phoenix. Beal plans to sign with the Los Angeles Clippers. (More)

➤ X-rays came back negative for Arizona Diamondbacks third baseman Eugenio Suárez, who was hit on the hand by a pitch during the All-Star Game on Tuesday. (More)

➤ Yesterday’s Results: Soccer | PGA | Tour de France

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➤ The Navajo Nation approved a lease for Painted Desert Power to build a solar and battery project in the Cameron and Coalmine Canyon areas of Coconino County. (Photo)

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➤ Chandler band director Jason Bullock was named Teacher of the Year by Four Peaks Brewing on Tuesday, receiving a $3,000 check and recognition as one of the award’s youngest winners. (Watch)

➤ The Sedona Community Center received $10,000 from Yavapai County to support its Meals on Wheels program, marking the first time the county has provided financial support to the center. (More)

➤ A Midtown Tucson couple’s misshapen “Crooked House Library” book exchange box has become a popular neighborhood stop, bringing residents together through shared books and conversation. (Watch)

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