Random student drug testing could become a reality at Willcox middle and high schools by fall. The Willcox School Board approved forming a committee of community members to solicit public opinion to see if there is need for a school drug-testing policy, If so, they will also recommend a draft student drug-testing policy for the district. Following two town hall meetings and evidence of need, a policy would be drafted and presented to the board in June or July for approval, amendments or rejection. [continues 676 words]
Three suspected methamphetamine labs were found Friday during a search at a residence on the corner of Grant Street and First Avenue in Willcox. The property, enclosed by a fiberglass panel fence which obstructs the view of the yard and residence from the outside, is owned by [Name redacted], 46. Flasks, chemicals and tubing were found when a search warrant for [Name redacted]' property was executed by the Willcox Police Department and the Phoenix -based HIDTA (High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area) task force at 8 a.m., said Police Chief Jake Weaver. [continues 415 words]
