Friday, January 9, 2026 Good Morning! On this day in 1912, Arizona tax assessors convened in Douglas and fixed the taxable value of burros at $5 each after lengthy discussion. Speaking of local wildlife, don’t miss today’s Trivia question connecting one of the state’s desert dwellers to a modern weight-loss medicine. If you’ve struggled with […]

Thursday, January 8, 2026 Good Morning! On this day in 1774, Juan Bautista de Anza and Father Francisco Garces left Tubac with 34 men to establish a route to California. Girl Scout Cookie season is underway, with a new flavor joining classics at cookie booths and online. Have a favorite flavor? Reply to share. The […]

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 Good Morning! On this day in 2001, Bobbi Olson—wife of former Arizona basketball coach Lute Olson—was memorialized at McKale Center, with the court renamed in the couple’s honor. In Top Stories, the Arizona State Courts Building in Phoenix was evacuated Monday after a package containing explosive substances was discovered, with no injuries […]

Tuesday, January 6, 2026 Good Morning! On this day in 2025, Gov. Katie Hobbs and Netherlands Minister of Economic Affairs Dirk Beljaarts signed an agreement to open a Dutch business office in Arizona and strengthen semiconductor ties. Think your pet’s name is one of a kind? You might want to check. Here’s a 2025 list of […]

Monday, January 5, 2026 Good Morning! On this day in 1932, Tucson Mayor Henry Jaastad attempted to reduce the working hours and pay of city employees, but his efforts were blocked by provisions in the city charter.  Thanks to readers who suggested more Top Stories of 2025 beyond those in our year-end poll. Among the […]

Friday, January 2, 2026 Good Morning! On this day in 1965, pit crews readied their dragsters for racing day at the Tucson Dragway. Calling all auto enthusiasts! Arizona Car Week kicks off Jan. 16 in the Phoenix Valley, featuring the Barrett‑Jackson auction, exotic vehicle showcases, and classic car shows. Today’s edition is a bit shorter […]

Thursday, January 1, 2026 Happy New Year! On this day in 1911, rising groundwater and collapsing silver prices brought an end to mining in Tombstone. This photo shows the Consolidated Mines in 1908.  As 2026 kicks off, we thank you for helping The Arizona Flyover reach nearly 80,000 readers in less than a year. Today isn’t about […]

Wednesday, December 31, 2025 Good Morning! On this day in 1914, Arizona saloons saw a surge of customers ahead of a mandatory midnight closure under the state’s new prohibition law. Still finalizing plans for the last day of 2025? Here are some notable events around Arizona, from a Route 66 car drop in Williams to a music […]

Tuesday, December 30, 2025 Good Morning! On this day in 1929, the Arizona Pioneers’ Historical Society held its annual meeting in new quarters under the University of Arizona stadium stands. Ahead of New Year’s Eve fireworks celebrations, Pima Animal Care Center shared tips to help keep pets safe and stress-free during the holiday. In today’s Flyover […]

Monday, December 29, 2025 Good Morning! On this day in 1863, Territorial Secretary Richard McCormick read Gov. John Goodwin’s proclamation establishing a census, judicial districts, and elections for Arizona’s first legislature.  The Flyover Podcast is back after a break, with host Ayla Brown sharing podcast-exclusive stories on a major Midwest winter storm, the passing of a […]