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Monday, August 18, 2025

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A Message of Thanks — And a Big Update for The Flyover Readers
 
Thanks to you, our readers, The Flyover has officially raised $1 million in less than two weeks through our reader-owned investment campaign.
 
That kind of momentum puts us among the fastest crowdfunding (Regulation CF) campaigns in the country—and it’s only possible because you believe in what we’re building together. Thank you!
 
We launched The Flyover to give Americans a bias-free, fact-first alternative to legacy media. Your overwhelming response tells us this mission matters—and we’re humbled by your trust.
 
While the 10% bonus shares for our first $1 million raised have now ended, we’re excited to announce:
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Top Stories

Article Icon 1 Less Colorado River Water on Tap 

Arizona will receive 18% less of its Colorado River water allocation as drought lingers in the West and water levels drop at Lake Mead and Lake Powell.

Plunging water levels at Lake Powell threaten more severe water shortages over the coming months in Arizona and six other states.

States that rely on the river water are negotiating new long-term rules to ensure fair allocation, while voluntary conservation efforts are helping prevent deeper cuts.

In January, Arizona advanced legislation to allocate funds to defend the state’s Colorado River water rights if negotiations among the seven basin states fail.

Article Icon 1Paralegal Accused of Jail Drug Smuggling

Phoenix paralegal Christopher Byers was arrested for allegedly attempting to smuggle synthetic cannabinoids into the Maricopa County 4th Avenue Jail.

Sheriff’s deputies said paperwork submitted by Byers tested positive for residue from the drugs, commonly known as Spice or K2.

Maricopa County Sheriff Jerry Sheridan reiterated the department’s zero-tolerance policy on contraband and noted the jail investigation is ongoing.

The incident follows 12 drug overdoses at Estrella Jail in February, including one death.

Article Icon 1Military Showcases Next-Gen Tech

The U.S. military hosted a demonstration of some of the defense industry’s latest technology advancements at the U.S. Army base at Fort Huachuca near Sierra Vista.

The featured technologies included the Apollo surveillance system, a fully 3D-printed drone, and a helmet with drone detection capabilities.

Officials also demonstrated a compact real-time data sharing device linking Fort Huachuca to the Playas Research and Training Center in New Mexico.

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Around Arizona

➤ Statewide: The FBI’s Phoenix office warned parents to monitor their children’s online activity as criminal network “The Com” continues recruiting youth for cybercrimes and extortion. (More)

➤ Phoenix: Riverside Baptist Church near South Mountain sold for an area record $2.95 million to Arizona Church of God, providing a growing congregation with a 9,680-square-foot campus on 3.5 acres. (More)

➤ Scottsdale: Axim Fringe Solutions CEO James Campbell pleaded not guilty to charges he embezzled company funds to pay for hunting trips in Africa and Alaska. (Watch)

➤ Statewide: U.S. Customs and Border Protection began recruiting for new agents and rehiring retired personnel to boost staffing, using funds from the recently passed federal budget. (Watch)

➤ Oak Flat: A federal judge blocked the latest efforts to stop the land transfer for the Oak Flat copper mine project, prompting an appeal from the Apache Tribe and others. (Details)

➤ Metro Phoenix: Two second-grade girls who walked away from Shaw Montessori School were found safe after a three-hour search involving parents, staff, and a police helicopter. (Watch)
Arizona Sports

➤ Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder Lourdes Gurriel Jr. wore cleats personalized by his children for MLB’s players’ weekend. (See Photos)

➤ Arizona Cardinals kicker Chad Ryland drilled a would-be NFL record 72-yard field goal during warmups before the team’s 27-7 preseason loss to Denver. (Watch)

➤ An ESPN analyst projects Arizona State football will win the Big 12 in 2025. (More)

➤ Yesterday’s Results: NFL | MLB | PGA | LPGA | WNBA | Soccer | Tennis

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Arizona Business

➤ Raytheon won a $72 million contract to maintain the U.S. Army’s Improved Target Acquisition System, which uses advanced infrared technology to enhance targeting and survivability for light infantry. (Watch)

➤ The historic El Pueblo Motor Inn on Route 66 in Flagstaff, where the first 29 Navajo Code Talkers were recruited during World War II, went up for sale. (Watch)

➤ Arizona’s unemployment claims rose 1.2% last week but were 15.4% lower than a year ago, according to a study ranking states with the largest declines in claims. (Details)

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Et Cetera

➤ Mary Sims Chikis of Scottsdale celebrated her 110th birthday. Born in North Dakota in 1915, she grew up on a farm, served in the Navy during World War II, and later settled with her family in California and Arizona. (Photo)

➤ Phoenix City Manager Jeffrey Barton will retire in November after 25 years with the city, including four as city manager. (More)

➤ The World’s Oldest Rodeo Cowboy Golf Classic on Sept. 12 at Prescott’s Antelope Hills Golf Course will feature a Western-themed, four-person golf event with contests, prizes, a live auction, and lunch. (More)

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The Poll

How do you grade Arizona’s monsoon season so far?

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  5. F

 

Previous Results:

Will print newspapers eventually be phased out?

  1. Yes: 56%
  2. No: 22%
  3. Not sure: 22%
Arizona Trivia

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