News from 2017


NTU’s Sepp joins Flake in Mesa for tax reform event

Pete Sepp, president of the grassroots National Taxpayers Union, recently joined Sen. Jeff Flake (R-AZ) to conduct an employee town hall event centered on tax reform at Geco, an aerospace technology company in Mesa.

ADOT launches app to alert motorists of highway issues

The Arizona Department of Transportation has launched a free app to help drivers navigate travel delays and highway hazards throughout the state.

Avondale officials to discuss Goodyear Farms Cemetery

The City of Avondale will host a stakeholders meeting and focus group on Dec. 6 to review the Goodyear Farms Cemetery policy along with proposed improvements and suggestions on how to best honor the historical site and those buried there.

Scottsdale Fire Department launches holiday toy drive

The Scottsdale Fire Department recently kicked off its annual toy drive, which helps to give holiday gifts to over 1,000 families in need each year.

Maricopa's 'Merry Copa' Santa Run is Saturday

The City of Maricopa will host its Santa Run for the second year in a row, complete with runners in Santa suits and Maricopa's own Mayor Christian Price participating in the event dressed as the jolly old elf.

21 artists featured at Chandler Center Art Quilt exhibit

The Chandler Center for the Arts Gallery is hosting the annual Art Quilts exhibit featuring 23 multimedia pieces from 21 different artists.

Cochise County Library District opens first free book box

The Cochise County Library District has opened its first free book box, which is part of a grant program designed to reach rural locations throughout the county to offer books and encourage reading.

Cochise County appoints Baillie as public information officer

Cochise County has appointed journalist and communications field veteran Amanda Baillie as its new public information officer.

Prescott launches 'Top 10 In The Bin' campaign

The City of Prescott is working in conjunction with Keep America Beautiful to launch a campaign that will help educate residents about items that are and are not part of the city’s recycling program.


Probation offers issued Narcan for opioid overdoses

Coconino County Adult Probation officers were recently issued Naloxone, an opioid reversal drug, to use in cases of overdoses as part of state’s Opioid Action Plan.

Salt River Project applauds Valley businesses for energy conservation

Salt River Project recognized 15 Valley businesses for their conservation efforts during its recent Champions of Energy Efficiency Awards Luncheon, marking the fourth year it has honored local companies for their energy-saving commitments.

Greater Phoenix Chamber honors ATHENA Award recipients

The Greater Phoenix Chamber of Commerce recently honored three individuals as their 2017 ATHENA Public Sector, Private Sector and Young Professional Award recipients.

Pima County breaks ground on seniors and veterans housing projects

The Pima County Housing Center has recently broken ground on a $2.85 million project for a pair of senior and veterans housing projects.

Community Food Bank of Southern Arizona earns $125,000 donation

The Community Food Bank of Southern Arizona is the recipient of a $125,000 donation from Tucson Electric Power, after earning the most votes in TEP’s recent Powerful Choice Challenge online voting contest.

House passes McSally's bill regarding customs security

The U.S. House of Representatives recently passed legislation introduced by Rep. Martha McSally (R-AZ), which reauthorizes and modernizes The Customs Trade Partnership Against Terrorism.

McCain, Cardin call for review of Browder's visa revocation

U.S. Sens. John McCain (R-AZ) and Ben Cardin (D-MD) are calling on the U.S. to immediately review the revocation of a U.S. visa for William Browder, who has done business in Russia and has worked with the U.S. against Russian human rights violators.

New flights help meet increased passenger demand at Tucson International

Passengers at Tucson International Airport will see several upgrades and additional flights as the airport continues to see an increase in air travel, with 2.4 million passengers being recorded for 2017 as of the end of October.

Trashion Fashion Show promotes recycling awareness

The City of Chandler’s Solid Waste Department recently marked the third year of its Trashion Fashion Show, which features garments made from recyclable materials, as part of the city’s effort to bring awareness to recycling.

Writer spotlights career transition for Greater Phoenix Chamber

Greater Phoenix Chamber of Commerce member Brenda Cunningham has used her experience of job loss to launch an outplacement business that is helping those faced with a layoff to transition and navigate their professional lives.