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Superior Named one of the “Best Managed Cities in AZ” for 2024
The Town of Superior, AZ, has been named one of the “Best Managed Cities in Arizona with a Population Under 10K for 2024” by Business View Magazine. This well-deserved recognition is a yet another testament to the vision, dedication, hard work and deep commitment...
Mayor Besich Receives Special Citation Award From MMEF
Superior Mayor Mila Besich was honored with a Special Citation Award at the 42nd American Mining Hall of Fame Awards Ceremony and Fundraiser held this past weekend. The award was presented by the Mining and Mineral Education Foundation.
Groundbreaking Ceremony Held for New LOST Trailhead
Town of Superior officials joined Resolution Copper and Legends of Superior Trails (LOST) board members for a groundbreaking ceremony on December 4 to celebrate the construction of a new and improved trailhead parking area for the Queen Creek Canyon segment of the Legends of Superior Trail near Main Street.
Superior Mayor Presents at the National Trails Workshop Hosted in Tucson
Superior Mayor Mila Besich was proudly joined by Superior Town Manager Todd Pryor and Superior Arizona Trails Vice President James Schenck as presenters of the “Superior Gateway Community – With A Little Help From Our Friends” featured session at the 2024 National Trails Workshop...
Superior Mayor Besich Awarded with Rural Community Impact
The Arizona Small Business Association presented its Rural Community Impact Award to Mayor Mila Besich at its annual BIG Thank You event on November 14, 2024. She received this award in recognition of her unwavering commitment to serving rural Arizona and...
Boyce Thompson Arboretum Celebrates 100th Anniversary
In 2024, Boyce Thompson Arboretum celebrates 100 years of growth, exploration and conservation with new initiatives that honor its history while looking toward the future. As Arizona's largest and oldest botanical garden, the Arboretum spans 105 acres with five...
BLM Land Protections for Tonto National Forest Near Superior
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) has confirmed new protections for 276 acres in Tonto National Forest within Superior's Town limits, including areas near the Municipal Airport and Fairview Cemetery. A Public Land Order formalizing the land withdrawal will be...
Superior Named in 8 Friendliest Towns to Visit in Arizona
The Town of Superior, AZ, has been named one of the “8 Friendliest Towns to Visit in Arizona” by WorldAtlas. According to the site, "Tucked at the base of Apache Leap Mountain in the Sonoran Desert is the small town of Superior."
Superior Named in Top 15 Best Small Towns to Visit by Smithsonian
The Town of Superior, AZ, has been named one of the “Top 15 Best Small Towns to Visit” by Smithsonian Magazine. Dubbed an “Oasis in the Desert,” Superior is located 40 minutes east of the bustling Phoenix Metro Area in Pinal County, AZ, and offers all the advantages of small-town charm and living with easy access to big city amenities.
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