By Julia WatsonSycamore City Reporter Today, the citizens of Girls State had the honor of starting their day with an educational and encouraging speech from Lisa Matthews, a member of Pima County Facilities Management. She began by explaining the Board
Boy State vs. Girl State: Sisters or Cousins?
By Elizabeth BennettCholla City Reporter While the citizens of Girl State learned the ins and outs of county and state government, assessed the number of candidates in their counties running for each government position, and began campaigning for the elections
FEAR THE FIN-NATS PC REPORT
By Taylor CurtisPalo Verde City Reporter PC Report! The Nationalist Party held its first Party meeting at 10:00 AM on June 2, 2025. The citizens gathered together, and some met each other for the first time. The girls enjoyed connecting
1st Full day of AZ Girls State
By Mollie DittmerSaguaro City Reporter Saguaro city, similar to many other cities, has officially concluded elections for the Precinct Committeeman, Mayor, and Chairmen. We now continue to work on our city book including the establishment of our official seal and
Balloon Animal Frenzy
By Kavya SudCholla City Reporter Anticipation mounted as the citizens of Cholla heard that they would finally be meeting their sister cities. After becoming well acquainted with their fellow peers and Cholla citizens, it was evident they itched to meet
A Once-In-A-Lifetime Girls Nation
Hannah AndersonPinon City Reporter During the State House assembly after lunch, the citizens were brought together to discuss the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity that is Girls Nation. Guest speakers included Girls Nation President Cameron Mirmelli and Girls Nation Senator Sasha Anand. Both
Manzanita City Local Elections
By Sarah EarlyManzanita City Reporter Mayor and City Councilwomen Chosen! The citizens of Manzanita City in Cocopah County have come together in a democratic spirit to select their new Mayor. The Nationalist party chose Ms. Christine Njuguna, and the rivaling
The Palo Verde Results are in!
By Deborah Molina-UribePalo Verde City Reporter The results for this year’s Palo Verde City elections are in! After a grueling election process led by our very own, wonderful Mrs. Heck, we finally reached a conclusion after about half an hour.
My First Taste of Girls State
Erin WallaceSycamore City Reporter As we continued to wrap up our city elections at Arizona Girls State, the main focus soon shifted from rising through the ranks of mayors, councilwomen, and precinct committeemen to our growling stomachs, because even the
The Great Shower Debacle
By Aarna Dharia and Sidra LaftaOcotillo City Reporters It seemed as though no one in all of Ocotillo City would shower. At all. Everyone wanted to shower at the same time, after the muggy rain, but unfortunately, the four showers