Oktoberfest in Kearny

Kearny will have an Oktoberfest event on Friday and Saturday, October 4 and 5. It starts October 4 at 8:am.

There will be a street fair, car show, hot dog eating contest and the rural fireman’s chilli cook-off. 

The event also includes music throughout the day, drawings,  games for the kids, and food and merchandise vendors.

For more information call the Copper Basin Chamber of Commerce at 520-363-7607.

Shipman Fire Update

The CopperArea.com Facebook page reports that significant progress has been made on the Shipman Fire near Kearny. State Forester Scott Hunt says only five acres is now actively burning, 100 acres total. The Shipman Fire had been reported last night to be burning up to 300 acres.

Fire lines have been built to protect homes  A team that was ordered from Southern Arizona will arrive this morning but the Incident Commander believes they may not be needed.

The five miles of State Route 177 that was closed is now open.

The lightning-caused fire began shortly after 5:pm yesterday (Monday)  near the San Pedro River.

Shipman Fire Burning Near Kearny

A lightning-caused fire near Kearny has burned more than 300 acres. The Shipman Fire has forced evacuations and burned at least two structures.

The fire began shortly after 5:pm yesterday (Monday)  near the San Pedro River.

The Arizona Department of Transportation says five miles of State Route 177 has been closed.

The American Red Cross set up a shelter early this morning at Ray Elementary School. About 25 people who have been evacuated are currently at the shelter.

Kearny Pioneer Days This Weekend

Kearny’s Pioneer Days run tomorrow (Thursday) through Sunday. Activities start at 4:pm tomorrow and Friday at Pioneer Park.

A parade begins Saturday morning at 9:00 in downtown Kearny with family fun all day at Pioneer Park

Activities continue on Sunday from Noon until 4:pm.

There will be carnival rides and games, vendors, arts and crafts, a softball tournament, team roping, entertainment and lots of food.