Sky Islands Regional Partnership Hosts the 2026 Southeastern Arizona Fireside ChatFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASESky Islands Regional Partnership Hosts the 2026 Southeastern Arizona Fireside Chat Sierra Vista, Arizona — February 10, 2026 — The Sky Islands Regional Partnership (SIRP), your Southeastern regional chamber of commerce, was honored to host the 2026 Southeastern Arizona Fireside Chat with Governor Katie Hobbs, bringing together regional leaders, municipalities, and community members for a morning of meaningful dialogue and regional updates. The event fostered discussion on issues important to Southeastern Arizona, providing a space for communities to stay informed and engaged. As a non partisan organization, SIRP remains committed to creating opportunities that connect citizens with their elected officials in an inclusive and respectful setting. Sky Islands Regional Partnership extends its sincere appreciation to the partners and agencies who helped make the event possible. Special thanks to: • Diamond Event Sponsor: Sulphur Springs Valley Electric Cooperative • Media Sponsor: Herald/Review Media SIRP also expresses gratitude to the many communities and organizational partners represented, including: Santa Cruz County, Town of Duncan, City of Willcox, City of Nogales, City of Benson, Graham County, City of Douglas, City of Sierra Vista, Town of Huachuca City, Cochise County, the Consulate of Mexico-Nogales, the Consulate of Mexico-Douglas, and our international partners from the Gobierno del Estado de Sonora, as well as all community members in attendance. “We are grateful to everyone who joined us and supported this regional conversation,” Melany Edwards-Barton, CEO stated. “Our mission is to strengthen Southeastern Arizona by connecting citizens, communities, and public leaders through non partisan engagement.” For more information about future programs and regional initiatives, please contact the Sky Islands Regional Partnership, your Southeastern regional chamber of commerce. ### About Sky Islands Regional Partnership: The Sky Islands Regional Partnership is the leading chamber of commerce for Southeastern Arizona, dedicated to fostering economic growth, supporting local businesses, and strengthening community connections across our rural region. Submitted: 02/13/26 Article By: not specified |