Sunday, October 4, 2026

Good Morning! On this date in 1915, Gov. George W. P. Hunt ordered a small detachment of state guardsmen to Clifton to aid the sheriff in maintaining order among striking miners.

A farm-to-table experience along with luxury “glamping” can be found at a unique destination in Southeastern Arizona. See Et Cetera for more information.

In case you missed it on The Flyover Podcast, Ayla counted down the seven pets linked to longer lives. One study that followed 3.4 million people over 12 years found that owners of a particular pet were 40% less likely to die during that period, and it’s not the one you’d guess. Some surprising animals made the cut, and the pet that landed at No. 1 isn’t even the most popular choice in American homes. Ayla ran through the full countdown and the research behind each one. Tune in here!

Today’s sponsor, Dr. Steven Gundry, is sharing why he recommends an alternative to bone broth for collagen support and the simple “collagen reset technique” he says can help your body support its own collagen production.

Senators Press Interior on Firefighter Deaths

Arizona’s two U.S. senators asked the Interior Department on Friday to investigate how crews fought the Colorado wildfire that killed a 27-year-old Glendale firefighter and three crewmates in June.

Senators Mark Kelly and Ruben Gallego want to know whether crews attacked the Knowles Fire head-on because of agency policy, not the conditions they faced. Forecasts warned of 60 mph gusts, and the crew stayed on the ground as visibility dropped to near zero.

Nick Hutcherson, a Navy veteran assigned to the Kaibab National Forest, was one of four Rifle Helitack crew members killed June 27. Interior mobilized an accident investigation team days later, but the senators say they’ve had no update since July 30.

Hutcherson’s mother is pressing for answers about her son’s death. The Senate also passed a bill this week making it easier for states to use controlled burns, and it heads to the House.

Supreme Court Clears Prison Health Takeover

Justice Elena Kagan on Thursday denied Arizona’s bid to pause a court-ordered takeover of health care in its state prisons, clearing the way for an outside administrator to take control Oct. 19.

The takeover covers health care for about 25,000 inmates in Arizona’s nine state-run prisons. U.S. District Judge Roslyn Silver ordered it in February and named Annette Chambers-Smith, Ohio’s former corrections director, to run it.

The state doesn’t dispute that its prisons fall short of the legal standard, but its lawyers argued Silver reached for a takeover before trying lesser fixes and that an appointed administrator answers to no voters. Corrections officials say they’ve made significant progress since 2023.

ACLU attorney Corene Kendrick said the ruling “clears the way for a receiver to do what the state has failed to do for more than a decade.” The case dates to 2012 and Gov. Jan Brewer’s administration, spanning three administrations.

Desert Design Week Returns

Nineteen events across Phoenix and Scottsdale, from private home tours to studio visits and designer dinners, open Oct. 6 for the sixth Desert Design Week.

The theme, Collected in Dialog, treats rooms, art, and objects as parts of larger stories rather than standalone pieces. Creator Ruth Price said she wanted small-scale chances to meet the designers and artists behind the work.

Postino co-founder Lauren Bailey will host lunch and a tour inside the midcentury Phoenix Financial Center rotunda on Central Avenue. The Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art adds two community days tied to Desert Perspectives, a yearlong show drawn from its permanent collection.

Most events welcome anyone, not just design professionals, and tickets run from free to $175. Price, who started the twice-yearly event in 2024, says this round leans heavily on handmade ceramics.

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Doctor unveils dark bone broth secret (avoid now)

If you think bone broth is a great way to get collagen, think again.

According to a former surgeon, animal bones are known for absorbing heavy metals.

This can potentially lead to brain fog, fatigue, or even muscle weakness.

That’s why he recommends a “collagen reset technique” instead.

To his knowledge, it’s the only technique that can help your body build its own collagen.

Anyone can do it without drinking broths.

See the technique here.

➤ Safford: An 18-year-old woman was pinned under a log at Treasure Park Campground on Mount Graham Saturday night after her clothing snagged on the log as she and a group of friends tried to roll it downhill. She remains in critical condition in Tucson. (Read Update)

➤ Tempe: Officer Titan, a 19-year-old Percheron who has worked the city’s police beat for more than a decade, is retiring. (Meet Titan)

➤ Yuma: Former doctor Irfan Fazil was sentenced Friday to 7.5 years in prison for billing the state’s Medicaid program $36.5 million for care that never happened, including 1,700 X-rays on a single patient in six months. (See Details)

➤ Camp Verde: The Town Council voted unanimously to tell the state it’s exploring whether to fold its two-seat 911 dispatch center into Cottonwood’s six-seat center. Any transition wouldn’t happen before the end of 2027. (More)

➤ Tucson: The Slaughterhouse, a haunted house inside a former meatpacking plant on West Grant Road, is back for a 22nd season after a property sale stalled. It runs Thursdays through Sundays until Nov. 1. (More)

➤ Sahuarita: A former Walden Grove High School cheerleading coach was indicted on four felony counts, accused of embezzling more than $12,000 in school funds. The Attorney General’s Office took the case to a state grand jury in August. (See Charges)

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➤ The Arizona Cardinals hit the road today to face the New York Giants in the NFL’s early window of games. Arizona is favored to win, with New York starting a backup quarterback for the second straight game. (More)

➤ Arizona Diamondbacks owner Ken Kendrick told the media he will lower the team’s payroll next season, suggesting some of the team’s expiring free agents are unlikely to return. (More)

➤ Arizona State hosted Baylor late last night as the Sun Devils looked to remain unbeaten in conference play. Meanwhile, Arizona hosted Cincinnati, looking to earn its first Big 12 victory. (See Scores)

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California Surgeon: “Muscle Loss in Seniors is Real, But It Doesn’t Have to Be”

If you think collagen is only for supporting healthier skin, hair, and nails, think again.

Not only does it play a role in holding the teeth in your mouth, keeping your heart walls intact, and reinforcing your gut lining…

It’s also what allows you to enjoy your favorite outdoor activities without getting tired.

But unfortunately, eating more collagen isn’t the answer.

That’s why Dr. Steven Gundry has created what he calls the “collagen reset technique.”

And to his knowledge, it’s the only technique that’s designed to help your body build its own collagen.

See the technique here ==>

➤ A pumpkin patch in Carefree was on display this weekend without a single real gourd. Every pumpkin in it is made of glass. (See Patch)

➤ Tucson Meet Yourself returns to downtown Oct. 16-18 with about 50 food vendors, a Smithsonian partnership, and free admission. A Taste of the Festival passport runs $30 in advance. (Learn More)

➤ Tirrito Farms in Willcox serves farm-to-table meals alongside local wine, and guests can bed down for the night in luxury glamping domes. (Watch Report)

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➤ “Impossible” Bone Density Improvements Linked to Overlooked Protein. Recent DEXA scans have shown surprising bone density improvements in some women over 60 after adding a specific protein to their diets. Researchers are examining how this protein compound may provide nutritional support that calcium supplements alone cannot, potentially offering a new approach to maintaining stronger bones as you age. Learn More

The following stories are featured exclusively on The Flyover Podcast—a daily show that gives you the most important headlines in under 15 minutes, straight from the heart of the country.

➤ Senior Trump officials gathered at Camp David as the seven-month Iran war fueled fresh fighting and a major U.S. military buildup. (Hear More)

➤ Amazon’s refund drama landed in shoppers’ inboxes with a proposed $309.5 million settlement and a deadline worth circling. (Listen Now)

➤ A ranking of America’s best fall foliage destinations revealed where travelers headed for autumn’s brightest reds, oranges, and golds. (Podcast Available)