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In today's newsletter:

  • Why Willcox fire officials say bee swarms are suddenly more dangerous
  • How are the Willcox Cowgirls really doing in region play?
  • Which new Willcox businesses just filed official paperwork with the state?

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Today's riddle: What do you call a belt that is made of watches? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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  • Thursday: Sunny and pleasant, with a high of 78 and low of 57 degrees.
  • Friday: Sunny, breezy and pleasant, temps: high: 77, low: 56.
  • Saturday: Breezy in the morning; sunny, with a high of 81 and low of 57 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Willcox fire officials warn of rise in bee attacks after multiple recent incidents (kgun9.com) — Residents in Willcox are being warned about a sharp rise in aggressive bee attacks after several recent incidents, including one that left a victim with up to 100 stings and another that killed a dog. Crews have responded to swarms at multiple local addresses, where even protected first responders were repeatedly stung, and Willcox Fire-Medical officials are now sharing guidance to help you avoid and escape dangerous bee encounters.
   

• Roughriders welcome Tigers on Tuesday (gilaherald.com) — Willcox volleyball fans can see how the Cowgirls stack up after a busy September, with detailed results from matches against regional rivals like Pima, Morenci, Tombstone, Miami, and Globe. The article breaks down scores, tournament performances, and current 2A Southeast Region standings, giving you a clear picture of where Willcox sits in the playoff race and which teams are surging or struggling nearby.
   

• 10-01-2026 Public Notices (thebisbeeobserver.com) — Several new and amended business filings and legal notices affect Cochise County residents, including the creation of Cielo Azul Vineyard and Farm LLC and Willcox Equipment Rentals LLC, both listing Willcox addresses. Alongside trustee sales, probates, and Bisbee ordinances, these notices quietly signal new commercial activity and property changes that could shape services, jobs, and land use in and around Willcox over the coming months.
   

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: A waist of time. (Thank you Martin L. for sending it in!)
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