Rey Covarrubias Jr.
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Lifelong Arizonan — Reporter for @azcentral / The Arizona Republic — Have a question or a story Idea? Reach out: [email protected]
Phoenix, Arizona, USA
Joined March 2022
"Hickman's Family Farms sells operations to global producer. What to know." (via @ReyCJrAZ)
azcentral.com
The sale ended 81 years of Arizona family ownership. This is what we know about the deal.
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"'I blew my stack.' Trump says shouting over trade policy gave him a hoarse voice." (via @joeygarrison)
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A raspy-sounding Donald Trump said he doesn't have a cold but instead developed a hoarse voice from shouting at foreign leaders over trade.
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“Hickman's Egg Ranch sold to global egg producer, ending Arizona ownership.” (via @ReyCJrAZ)
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Here's what we know about the purchasing of Hickman's Egg Ranch by a global egg producer based out of Brazil.
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US 60, Loop 303 interchange in Surprise, Peoria to get major upgrades to unclog nightmare congestion. The project is expected to take years. @azcentral
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Transportation planners are wrapping up a study to ease traffic congestion around Loop 303 and U.S. 60 in Surprise before the number of cars triples.
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"Phoenix Zoo sloth, Fernando, dies after heart complications." (via @ReyCJrAZ)
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Here's what we know about the death of Fernando the sloth, who died after heart complications in November 2025.
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"White House pauses event after attendee collapses." (via @zacjanderson)
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The White House said the man fainted and is ok. He collapsed as speakers were discussing the deal to reduce the cost of weight loss drugs.
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Donna Godchaux-MacKay, Grateful Dead Singer, Dies at 78 https://t.co/7oGM76IM50 via @variety
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Donna Jean Godchaux-MacKay, a vocalist for the Grateful Dead in the 1970s, has died. She was 78.
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'Devastating loss:' 3 UA students killed in Tucson hit-and-run https://t.co/DdHotdL5LN via @azcentral
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The University of Arizona confirmed the crash near campus claimed the lives of three of its students.
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IMPORTANT: "What happens to pets when their owners get deported in Arizona? What to know." (via @davidulloa_ii)
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Lost Our Homes Pet Rescue and Arizona Pet Project are advising owners to get power of attorney for their pets in case they are detained or deported.
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"These food delivery services are helping SNAP recipients. Here's how." (via @ReyCJrAZ)
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With SNAP benefits at risk during the government shutdown, DoorDash and Gopuff offer free meals, grocery credits and waived fees.
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"Is it legal to bring dogs into Arizona grocery stores? Here's the law." (via @ReyCJrAZ)
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Plan to do some grocery shopping with your dog or pet? Arizona law might surprise you. Here's what to know.
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🚨Work update! Today is my first day covering the West Valley for @azcentral. As someone who grew up out there, I always felt there was little attention on us compared to the East Valley. But the area is booming and deserves coverage. Tips?: elena.santacruz@gannett.com 📩
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What to know about the newest Fry's store opening in this metro Phoenix city https://t.co/NzhOU98bD4 via @azcentral
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Fry’s will open a new Surprise store Oct. 31 with giveaways, fuel discounts, family-friendly events and a meet-and-greet with a NASCAR driver.
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Hot air balloon with 7 on board crashes into apartment building in Marana https://t.co/MqYeKYTljJ via @azcentral
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At about 7:40 a.m., police and firefighters responded to the crash at the northwest corner of Tangerine Farms Road and Clark Farms Boulevard.
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Hot air balloon with 7 on board crashes into apartment building in Marana
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At about 7:40 a.m., police and firefighters responded to the crash at the northwest corner of Tangerine Farms Road and Clark Farms Boulevard.
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"Bear cub spotted in San Tan Valley captured, relocated." (via @azcentral)
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The cub, which was named Ted, was captured near Arizona Farms and Felix roads.
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Cam Skattebo carted off field with injury in Giants-Eagles game https://t.co/PogWP2i8o9 via @azcentral
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Rookie Cam Skattebo, a former Arizona State football standout, suffered a severe ankle injury that required hospitalization and eventual surgery.
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Cam Skattebo carted off field with injury in Giants-Eagles game
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Rookie Cam Skattebo, a former Arizona State football standout, suffered a severe ankle injury that required hospitalization and eventual surgery.
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Story and photos by @davidulloa_ii: Hundreds of Marana residents boo and hiss at the prospect of a future ICE center @azcentral
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The owner has refused to confirm to The Arizona Republic whether a former prison would become an ICE detention facility.
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