Introduction to Arizona News Media
Arizona is a state in the Southwestern region of the United States and is the 6th largest and the 14th most populous state in the country. Historically Arizona was part of the Viceroyalty of New Spain and became part of Mexico in 1821. It was in the year 1848, Arizona became part of the United States following the Mexican–American War. Arizona is the 48th state and the final one to be admitted to the Union and it was awarded statehood on February 14, 1912.
The history of the printed media in Arizona dates back to 1859 when the first press in present-day Arizona was opened in Tubac. This printing press was brought down to Tubac from a manufacturer in Cincinnati, Ohio. It was in this press, the first newspaper of Arizona, The Arizonian was published.
The Arizonian newspaper was launched in the year 1859 as a weekly newspaper when Arizona was just a territory of the United States and not a state. It was also the time when people were moving into the newly acquired regions from the different parts of the country.
This newspaper was founded by the Santa Rita Mining Company with a focus on promoting the regional resources of Arizona to attract miners from across the country and to secure a separate government for Arizona. The newspaper was initially published from Tubac and was later relocated to Tucson. The Arizonian was successful in gaining popularity within a short period. But owing to the civil war that broke out, the newspaper had to cease its publication in 1871.
As of 2020, there are in excess of 55 printed newspapers in Arizona and many online newspapers. In this article, we will have a look at the top newspapers and news websites in Arizona.
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As said earlier, there are more than 55 printed newspapers in Arizona. In this section, we will have a look at some of the top newspapers that are in circulation.
The Arizona Republic
The Arizona Republic is an American daily newspaper which is published in Phoenix and circulated throughout the state of Arizona. The history of the newspaper dates back to 1890 when it was first launched as ‘The Arizona Republican’ on May 19th of the same year. The Arizona Republic gained popularity among its readers within a few years after it was first launched. The newspaper was bought by Dwight B. Heard, a cotton baron in 1912 and he continued publishing the newspaper until he died in 1929.
Following the death of Dwight B. Heard, the newspaper was run by his top executives, Charles Stauffer and W. Wesley Knorpp. In the year 1930, they changed the name of the newspaper into The Arizona Republicand bought the two major competitors of their newspapers Phoenix Evening Gazette and Phoenix Weekly Gazette. In the following years, these two newspapers were respectively renamed to The Phoenix Gazette and the Arizona Business Gazette.
The Arizona Republic along with the other two newspapers was bought by the famous American businessman and publisher Eugene C. Pulliam in 1946. Under the ownership of Eugene C. Pulliam, the newspaper grew exponentially. As of 2020, The Arizona Republic is the largest newspaper in Arizona with an estimated circulation of 130,000 copies. The newspaper is currently owned by the Gannet Co. Inc. and is headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona.
The newspaper covers all facets of news and updates concerning the state of Arizona and it also has dedicated sections for local news. Apart from the printed edition of the newspaper, The Arizona Republic also owns an online news portal. There are dedicated sections on the website for news and updates on sports, business, politics, travel, and many more. The website also has dedicated sections for local news concerning Phoenix, Scottsdale, Mesa, Chandler, Gilbert, and more.
The Arizona Republic Android App
Arizona Business Gazette
The Arizona Business Gazette is a business newspaper that is owned by the Gannet Co. Inc. When first launched the newspaper was a daily, but owing to the decline in circulation it was converted into a weekly newspaper in 1997. As per the latest readership survey, Arizona Business Gazette has a circulation of 1,208 copies.
Arizona business gazette Online
Arizona business gazette ePaper
Arizona business gazette Android App
Arizona business gazette iOS App
Arizona Daily Star
Arizona daily star is a daily newspaper in Arizona, USA and was founded in the year 1877. The newspaper is based out of Tucson and mainly caters to its reader base in South-Eastern Arizona including the outlying suburbs of Oro Valley, Marana, Vail, Saddle Brooke, Catalina, Green Valley, Sahuarita, and Davis-Monthan Air Force Base.
The printed edition of the newspapers covers all facets of news and updates including politics, business and sports. Apart from the printed edition of the newspaper, Arizona daily star also owns an online news portal. This online portal covers in detail the news and updates that are already covered in the printed edition. There are dedicated sections on the website for news, entertainment, lifestyle & obituaries. Other than these, there are separate sections on the website for local news, national news, news and updates concerning Arizona, world news, sports news and entertainment news.
Though most of the contents on the website are available to the readers for free, there are certain contents on the website that are exclusive for paid subscribers. Paid subscribers can also access the e-edition of newspaper from the website.
Arizona Daily Star Android App
Phoenix New Times
Phoenix New Times is a weekly tabloid that was founded in the year 1970 by students at Arizona State University. At present, it mainly focuses on covering local news & updates concerning the phoenix city. As per the readership survey of 2013, Phoenix New Times had a circulation of 79,440 copies.
Yuma Sun
Yuma Sun is a daily newspaper in Arizona, that is published in the Yuma area, Arizona. The newspaper was founded in the year 1896 by the merger of the two erstwhile newspapers Arizona Sentineland the Yuma Sun’s predecessor, the Yuma Morning Sun.Yuma Sun mainly focuses on reporting local news and updates concerning Yuma regions and the surrounding areas.
Apart from the printed edition of the newspaper, Yuma Sun also has online news portal that is regularly updated with the latest news. The website covers all facets of news that are already covered in the printed edition of the newspaper in detail. Also there are dedicated sections on the website for local news, sports news, business news, updates on events, classifieds and games. The website also has a section for weather updates.
The entire contents on the website are made available to the users for free. Yuma Sun also has an active presence on various social media platforms and readers can choose follow these pages for prompt updates.
Daily Independent
Daily Independent as the name suggests, is a daily newspaper that is circulated in Arizona. The newspaper is owned by the Independent Newsmediacompany who also publish 19 other newspapers.
Apart from the printed edition, Daily Independent also owns an online news portal that covers all facets of news and updates concerning the state of Arizona. There are dedicated sections on the website for local news, state news, and business news. It also covers entertainment news, updates on various sporting events across the state. Most of the contents on the website are available to the users for free but there are some contents that are exclusive for paid users.
The State Press
The state press is a digital publication run by the students of Arizona State University and was first launched in the year 1906. The history of the newspaper can be traced back to 1890 when Arizona State University was a Normal School and Arizona was not yet a state.
When first launched the newspaper was named The Normal Echo and over the years it was renamed to The State Press. The state press remained as a printed newspaper until 2013. Beyond which it was converted into a fully digital publication.
Apart from the printed edition, the newspaper also owns an online news portal that covers all facets of news and updates concerning politics, business, tech, sports, and entertainment news.
State Press (Arizona State University) Online
Arizona Daily Sun
Arizona Daily Sun is a morning newspaper in Arizona that is printed 6 days a week. The newspaper is owned by the Lee Enterprises media group. Apart from Arizona Daily Sun, they also publish an entertainment supplement and a monthly magazine. These supplements are popular among its readers.
Other than the printed edition of the newspaper, Arizona Daily Sun also owns an online news portal that covers all facets of local and statewide news. There are dedicated sections on the website for various news such as political, business, crime, state and regional, world, etc. The coverage is not limited to news, rather the website also covers sports and entertainment news.
The Daily Courier
The daily courier as the name suggests is a daily newspaper that is circulated in the Yavapai County, Arizona. The newspaper covers all facets of local, regional, national, and international news and opinions. Daily Courier is owned by the Western News & Info, Inc. and it first entered circulation in 1882.
Apart from the printed edition, the daily courier also owns an online news portal. There are dedicated sections on the website for state & local news, opinion, sports and entertainment.Though most contents on the website are available for free to users, there are some contents that are exclusive for paid subscribers.
Raven Review
Raven Review is an independent student newspaper published by the students of Prescot college, Arizona. The newspaper caters to its reader base in Central and Northern Arizona. The newspaper covers all facets of local news and updates concerning the Central and Northern Arizona.
Apart from the printed edition of the newspaper, they also own an online news portal. The news portal covers all the news in the printed edition in detail. Other than which, there are dedicated sections on the website for politics, science and environment, entertainment news and updates and local news.
Raven Review (Prescott College) Online
Tucson Weekly
Tucson Weekly as the name suggests is an alternative newsweekly. The newspaper is owned by the Thirteenth Street Media and was founded in the year 1984. As per the readership survey of 2019, The Tucson Weekly has a circulation of 33,000 copies. Apart from the printed edition, they also own an online news portal.
Arizona Daily Wildcat
Arizona Daily Wildcat is a student newspaper which mainly caters to the readers in the University of Arizona. The newspaper was initially founded in the year 1899 under the name Sage Green and Silver.
Apart from its circulation in the University of Arizona, it is also circulated in Tucson, Arizona metropolitan area. As per the latest readership survey, Arizona daily Wildcat has a circulation of 20,000 copies.
Arizona Daily Wildcat Android App
Arizona Capitol Times
Arizona Capitol Times is a weekly newspaper that is published every Friday in Phoenix, Arizona. The newspaper which was founded in 1900 mainly focuses on reporting news and updates concerning Arizona Legislature, the state’s politicians, government agencies and elected leadership. Apart from the printed edition, they also own an online news portal.
Arizona Capitol Times Android App
Mohave Valley Daily News
Mohave Valley Daily News as the name suggests is a daily newspaper in Arizona that is published out of Bullhead City. The newspaper was founded in the year 1964 by Lee B. Perry. As of 2020, the newspaper is owned by the Brehm Communications group and has a circulation of 8,600 copies.
Mohave Valley Daily News Online
Casa Grande Dispatch
Casa Grande Dispatch is a tri-weekly newspaper that is published in Casa Grande, Arizona and circulated in the surrounding areas. The newspaper was founded in the year 1912 under the name Casa Grande times.
As of 2020, the newspaper is owned by the Casa Grande Valley Newspapers Inc. and has a circulation of 8,313 copies on weekdays and 8,942 copies on Sundays.
Sedona Red Rock News
Sedona Red Rock News is a newspaper that is published in Sedona, Arizona. The newspaper was founded in the year 1963 and has since been published twice a week. Apart from the printed edition, they also own an online news portal that is regularly updated with the important news and updates.
East Valley Tribune
East Valley Tribune a daily newspaper that is circulated in the East Valley region of metropolitan Phoenix, including Mesa, Tempe, Chandler, Gilbert and Queen Creek. The newspaper was founded in the year 1891. As of 2020, the newspaper is owned by the Times Media Group.
The Kingman Daily Miner
The Kingman daily miner is a local newspaper in that published and circulated out of Kingman, Arizona. The newspaper is owned by the Western News & Info, Inc. and was founded in the year 1882. Apart from the printed edition of the newspaper, they also own an online website.
Navajo Times is a weekly newspaper that is owned by the Navajo Times Publishing Co., Inc. The newspaper was founded in the year 1959 as a monthly newsletter published by the tribal council. They also own an online website that is regularly updated, unlike the weekly printed edition.
Verde Independent
Verde Independent is a thrice-weekly newspaper catering to the readers in Cottonwood, Arizona. The newspaper which is currently owned by the Western News & Info was founded in the year 1948. Verde Independent also owns an online website that is regularly updated with the important news and updates concerning the Cottonwood region of Arizona.
Havasu News
Today’s news-herald Havasu News, is an online news portal catering to the readers of the Lake Havasu City of West Arizona. There are dedicated sections on the website for all facets of local news, sports news, special sections, and so on. Readers can also access the E-edition of the newspaper from the website.
Herald Review
The Herald Review is a morning newspaper that is circulated 5 days a week in Sierra Vista, Arizona. The newspaper mainly caters to the readers in Sierra Vista, Huachuca City, Hereford, Palominas, and Fort Huachuca. As of 2020 the Herald Review is owned by the Wick Communications and has a circulation of 6,500 copies.
Payson Roundup
Payson roundup is a popular newspaper based out of Payson, Arizona. The newspaper covers all facets of local & regional news and updates. Apart from the printed edition, Payson Roundup also has an online news portal with dedicated sections for local & regional news, sports news, events, classifieds, and many more.
Nogales International
Nogales International is a popular bi-weekly newspaper in Arizona that was founded in the year 1925. The newspaper is published every Tuesdays & Fridays and it mainly covers the news and updates concerning the Santa Cruz County of Arizona. As of 2020, the newspaper is owned by the Wick Communications group.
Nogales International Android App
Flagstaff Business News
Flagstaff Business News as the name suggests is a local business newspaper catering to the readers in cities and towns across Northern Arizona, including Flagstaff, Sedona, Winslow, Williams and Grand Canyon. The newspaper was founded in the year 2008 as has over the years gained popularity among its readers. Other than the printed edition of the newspaper, Flagstaff Business News also owns an online news portal.
Flagstaff Business News Online
La Voz
La Voz is a Weekly Spanish newspaper that is printed and published out of Phoenix, Arizona. The newspaper was founded in the year 2000 and has since been catering to the Spanish speaking community in Maricopa County, Arizona. La Voz is circulated every Fridays and has an estimated circulation of 60,000 copies.
Inside Tucson Business
Inside Tucson Business is a weekly business newspaper that is printed and published out of Tucson. The newspaper mainly covers the business, financial, and economic news concerning the regions in Southern Arizona. Inside Tucson Business was founded in the year 1990 and is currently owned by the 10/13 communications.
White Mountain Independent
White Mountain Independent is a newspaper that is based out of Show Low, Arizona. The newspaper covers all facets of regional news & updates and import news concerning the Arizona state. Apart from the printed edition of the newspaper, they also own an online news portal.
White Mountain Independent Online
White Mountain Independent ePaper
Conclusion
These are some of the prominent newspapers in Arizona. Apart from these, there are many small-time newspapers Arizona, that are popular among some communities and localities. As of 2020, the print newspapers are facing a rapid decline in circulation. Owing to which many newspapers have ceased their printed edition and has shifted to e-publications.
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