By Hannah AndersonPinon City Reporter We proudly had 13 of 19 citizens run for state or county positions. Out of our nationalists, our wins consisted of: • “Snow White” Tallulah Trimble as the chairman for the Kaibab County Board of
Girls State: State of the State
By Aarna DhariaOcotillo City Reporter In a speech that perfectly captured the spirit of Girls State, newly elected Governor Ava Campbell delivered a powerful and heartfelt State of the State address that reminded all of us why we came here—to
Election Season Craziness
By Kavya SudCholla City Reporter Incredible bravery and vulnerability has been shown throughout the week at Girls State. From making campaign sizes, talking to people, and placing yourself in uncomfortable arenas, we have all put ourselves out there. And while
The Background of Kimberly Yee
Cady TrauschManzanita City Reporter Today us girls heard from the current Arizona state treasurer, Kimberly Yee. Kimberly Yee was the first female in Arizona to hold this position. She was a trail blazer for women in many aspects in Arizona,
Arizona Girls State: Unity and Leadership Through Platform Committees
By Tatum YoungJuniper City Reporter As our Precinct Committeemen (PC) gathered for the first time to establish their party platforms, not only did the two political parties officially get rolling, but ultimately a community was formed and ideas came to
And Election Season Comes To a Close…
By Elizabeth BennettCholla City Reporter Girls State citizens ran for both county and state offices today. Each candidate, nearly vibrating with nerves and excitement, brought their all to the table, advocating for themselves, attracting votes, and making a case why
The Yucca Games
By Elise Mitchell and Amelia WallsYucca City Reporters Yucca city came up with a fascinating game called the Yucca Games which is a highly competitive, massively popular game of hide and seek. In this, members of this city hide in
Busy Day at Girls State Ends with Inspiring Candidate Meet-and-Greet
By Tatum YoungJuniper City Reporter Woo! What a busy day for everyone in Girls State! Whether it was a city meeting, announcements at the flagpole, or meal time, I’m sure everyone is ready for some good rest. Despite all the
Cholla’s Fantastic Mayor
By Elizabeth BennettCholla City Reporter Ella Hackett of Cholla City in Supai County was selected as the city mayor on June 2, 2025 at Arizona Girl State. I was fortunate enough to interview her this afternoon: Bennett: “What are what
The RunDown of Precinct Committeemen
By Victoria GoeserJuniper City Reporter I am a Precinct Committeeman (PC) from Juniper City for the Nationalist Party. Before I got to Girls State, I had no idea what this was. As a precinct committeeman, I am on the Platform