News from 2017


Chandler Center for the Arts Gallery to host exhibit of monoprints, monotypes

The Chandler Center for the Arts Gallery will highlight the works of regional and national artists at an upcoming exhibit featuring relief prints, monoprints and monotypes.

Arizona Association of Realtors executive reviews legislative work

An Arizona Association of Realtors executive gave members an update on the organization’s current legislative efforts, which included reviewing over 1,000 pieces of legislation affecting the real estate industry.

Pima County animal shelter renovation progresses

The first phase of Pima County’s animal shelter renovation is 70 percent done, and the project is nearing the second of two phases of construction.

Coconino County Public Health Services offering flu shots

The Coconino County Public Health Services District is encouraging residents to get flu shots and is offering flu shots for $30 at its Flagstaff clinic.

Bullhead City to host bunco fundraiser for Meals on Wheels

Bullhead City will host a Halloween Bunco night next month to raise funds for the Bullhead City Meals on Wheels program, which serves meals to seniors in need.

FDA suggests Food Safety Modernization Act extension for farmers

The U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) has proposed a two- to four-year extension for farmers to achieve compliance levels for water standards for growing produce.

Affordable housing in Tempe focuses on veterans' needs

Tempe’s Valor on Eighth community already has a growing list of potential occupants as leasing of space designed for mixed use begins in December, according to a press release.

Dragoon’s pilsner wins Arizona Pure Water Brew Challenge

The Arizona Pure Water Brew Challenge, a yearlong recycling-themed competition, ended recently at Phoenix’s 32nd annual WateReuse Symposium, where officials declared Dragoon Brewing Co.'s Clear Water Pilsner as the winning entry.

Arizona's education plan gains U.S. Department of Education approval

Arizona’s consolidated state plan, which deals with the state’s education accountability, has been approved by the U.S. Department of Education.

Arizona senators introduce Hualapai Tribe Water Rights Settlement Act

Arizona Sens. Jeff Flake and John McCain have introduced legislation that would ratify a settlement agreement between the Hualapai Tribe, the state of Arizona and several water users throughout the state.

Scottsdale's Water Citizen Academy named Public Education Program of the Year

Scottsdale’s Water Citizen Academy has received a top honor as it was named the Public Education Program of the Year at the recent WateReuse Symposium in Phoenix.

Youth baseball, softball camp registration open in Surprise

The city of Surprise has opened registration for its youth baseball and softball camps, which will feature Ottawa University’s softball coaching staff as instructors.

Tucson small firms honored at Copper Cactus Awards

The Tucson Metro Chamber recently hosted the 20th annual Copper Cactus Awards at Tuscon’s Casino Del Sol Resort in collaboration with Wells Fargo to honor the achievements of 16 southern Arizona’s small-business owners.

Avondale shade tree workshop to highlight permaculture

Environmental entities Salt River Project and Valley Permaculture Alliance are collaborating on a sustainability workshop on Oct. 14 at Avondale City Hall.

Arizona high court to hear arguments over Medicaid expansion levy

The Arizona Supreme Court will hear arguments over whether a fee levied to help pay for Medicaid expansion in the state is, in fact, a tax and therefore unconstitutional.

Maricopa County launches program to recruit forensic pathologists

The Maricopa County board of supervisors has approved a new loan repayment plan incentive that the county hopes will boost the recruiting and retainment of forensic pathologists for the medical examiner's office.

Mesa's Office of Economic Development earns accreditation

The city of Mesa’s Office of Economic Development recently earned accreditation from the International Economic Development Council (IEDC), making it one of 60 economic development organizations to meet the standards for accreditation.

Benedictine University at Mesa adds two faculty members

Benedictine University recently welcomed two new faculty members to its Mesa campus, according to a press release.

Tempe restaurateur Arora receives diversity award

Tempe restaurateur Raveen Arora, who recreated the cuisine of his Indian homeland, has won the 2017 Arizona Diversity Council’s DiversityFirst Award for his civic leadership, advocacy and outreach efforts.

Elected leaders to gather for Goodyear town hall

The city of Goodyear will host a town hall event featuring Arizona state officials from 6-7 p.m. Sept. 20 at Desert Edge High School Auditorium.