Emma LaPointe and Bryn Murphy – Manzanita City Reporters Manzanita City held their first general election. First an election board was formed, which then ran the ballot casting process and ensured the absence of voter fraud. It was important to
Top Sites to See in Piñon
Rowan Russell and Josie Callahan-Santo – Pinion City Reporters Piñon offers many sites to see, from hot springs to the local university. Let’s take a look around. Explore your creative side and tune into one of the Universities finest business:
The Future Looks Bright
Emily Shanafelt – Palo Verde City Reporter Reporter Emily Shanafelt asked the citizens of Palo Verde where they will be ten years from now. Check out all of their answers below: “I will just be finishing med school and getting
Yucky Yucca Duckies Fight for Mayor
Nina Rawal and Caralea Vest – Yucca City Reporters Today in Yucca City, the elections for mayor took place. Two candidates from both the Federalist and Nationalist party competed for votes to win the prestigious position. First, there were primary
Opening Session At Girls State

Last night was an amazing first night. There were many wonderful speakers and lots of fun. To open the evening our color guard posted our very patriotic colors. We were introduced to our wonderful Governor Jadyn Ocampo and Secretary of
Senate Shenanigans at Girls State 2021!
Desiree Nguyen – Palo Verde City When I entered today’s Zoom meeting, my screen showcased a gallery of the bright, smiling faces of 7 other delegates, yet they were not just ordinary girls sitting in their room. Instead, right before
Department proposals and talented individuals
Abby Dubois – Sycamore City Proposals from the department heads came through today. The Medical Department has a program for the future doctors of America. Students pay for an internship and get high school or college credits. The Parks and
Fan Mail for Girls State!
Arshiya Alwadi – Manzanita City Hello from Manzanita! What an amazing and unforgettable week this has been. Through education sessions, city planning, county meetings, exciting elections, and icebreaker games, I’ve had the best time taking part in the 2021 Arizona
It’s Friday Already?

Emma White – Ocotillo City Most weekends can’t come fast enough but I can assure you this one was a surprise on all of us. Our new governor is doing a fantastic job making this the best last few days
Electrifying Elections at AZ Girl State!
Desiree Nguyen – Palo Verde City In record time, the AZ Girls State zoom meeting was filled with over 100 excited delegates as today was the day we all long awaited for: the Gubernatorial State elections for Governor and Secretary
