Showers and thunderstorms are forecast across Arizona on Tuesday as tropical moisture meets a strong weather system. Heavy rain could cause flash flooding across Southeast Arizona, and Benson should reach about 72 degrees. Flooding risk and cooler temperatures affect travel plans and outdoor activities for Benson residents on Tuesday.
An Arizona Department of Public Safety trooper was injured in a crash on eastbound Interstate 10 near Benson on Monday. The trooper's vehicle and a commercial vehicle collided just after 9:30 a.m. Officials have not yet explained what caused the crash, so details may change as the investigation continues.
Benson High School's football team beat Morenci 42-0 on Friday night to improve to 6-0. The Bobcats scored five touchdowns in the second half, holding Morenci without a point. The unbeaten record gives Benson fans a strong start to this season, with six wins in six games.
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The City of Benson is updating its General Plan and encourages community input. Residents can help guide Benson's future growth, character, development, and quality of life by participating in the survey. Participation can be done online or by scanning a QR code on a flyer.
PoliticsPublished Sep 23, 12:00 AMAdded Sep 29, 7:11 AM
A town hall event was announced for Benson mayoral and city council candidates, with Levi Johnson, Toney King, Mark Boyle, Mark Romero, and Cindy Tapia expected to participate. The post noted election-related deadlines for ballots.
The City of Benson announced a City Council regular meeting for July 13 at 7 p.m. The notice directed residents to the posted agenda for the meeting details.
The city promoted a town hall for Benson’s mayoral and city council candidates, including Levi Johnson, Toney King, Mark Boyle, Mark Romero and Cindy Tapia. The notice says the primary election is July 21 and gives ballot-return deadlines.
PoliticsPublished Jul 11, 12:00 AMAdded Jul 15, 3:38 AM
The city posted notice of a regular City Council meeting for July 13 at 7:00 p.m. The announcement directs residents to the posted agenda for meeting details.
A local livestream post promoted a town hall for Benson mayoral and city council candidates ahead of the July 21 primary election. The post also reminded residents of ballot mailing and drop-off deadlines.
The City of Benson says road work will begin on Ocotillo Road between 4th Street and Union Street on July 20, with drainage, concrete, paving, and striping work scheduled through July 31. Motorists are being warned to expect minor delays in the work zone.
The City of Benson says road work on Ocotillo Road between 4th Street and Union Street will begin July 20, with drainage, milling, paving, and striping planned through July 31. Drivers should expect minor delays in the work zone.
Benson mayoral and city council candidates discussed the recent recall election at a town hall on July 9, with several seats on the ballot in the upcoming primary. The recall centered on the city's handling of a proposed aluminum smelting plant that was later canceled.
The City of Benson scheduled citizen review sessions on July 9 for Lumen's application for a conditional use permit to develop an unmanned fiber optic communication shelter. The city said the extra session times were arranged so residents could also attend the mayoral and city council candidates town hall.
The City of Benson announced citizen review sessions for Lumen's application for a conditional use permit to develop an unmanned fiber optic communication shelter. Two presentation times were set to accommodate residents attending another town hall the same evening.
PoliticsPublished Jul 9, 12:00 AMAdded Jul 12, 7:00 AM