News from June 2017


Coconino County to explain potential changes to property taxes

Coconino County is sponsoring a “Truth in Taxation” public hearing at 6 p.m. June 27 at Flagstaff’s County Administrative Center to give details about its proposed 2 percent property tax hike.

Cochise County seeks input on wellness through workshops

Cochise County will sponsor three workshops on diet, mental health and work topics June 27-28

Greater Phoenix Chamber reveals newest board directors, members

Phoenix’s Pointe Hilton Squaw Peak Resort hosted board members at the Greater Phoenix Chamber of Commerce’s (GPCC) recent Annual Luncheon featuring a slate of new officers and eight new members.

Pima County extends animal care accord with multiple municipalities

Three jurisdictions’ collective proposal for extending a regional animal care program recently won unanimous approval from Pima County’s board of supervisors, ensuring continuation through June 2018 for licensing, welfare enforcement, adoption and other key services.

Explore Arizona's parks during National Great Outdoors Month

Arizona encourages residents and visitors through the month of June to visit its parks, trails, water sports, camping sites, museums and more as part of National Great Outdoors Month.

ATHENA Young Professionals give back to their communities

ATHENA Young Professional award recipients have been making changes in the communities where they live and work, which is one of the reasons the Greater Phoenix Chamber of Commerce recognized them as outstanding women.

City of Surprise reminds residents to stay hydrated, accepting donations

The city of Surprise is encouraging donations water bottles and warning residents to stay safely hydrated and avoid heat-related incidents by utilizing local refuge stations as needed.

Surprise a finalist in program honoring intergenerational initiatives

The city of Surprise has been named a finalist in a nationwide program that recognizes innovative communities.

Pima County hires new director of attractions and tourism

Pima County recently hired Diane Frisch as the director of attractions and tourism.

Insurance updates, reinstatement functions available online for Arizona drivers

Arizona drivers can now update their insurance information or reinstate canceled or lapsed insurance coverage on the ServiceArizona.com site.

Arizona Chamber, other business groups lose Supreme Court challenge to minimum wage law

The Arizona Supreme Court has decided against a case that claims Proposition 206, which will raise the minimum wage, is unconstitutional.

Casa Grande partners to promote Pulsepoint app, AED awareness

A lifesaving responder app called Pulsepoint leads the list on the Casa Grande Fire Department’s collaboration with the Ak-Chin Indian Community and the product’s manufacturer, Pulsepoint Foundation.

Arizona's hotel industry outranks national average for industry

Arizona’s hotel industry has surpassed the national average in every performance indicator for 2016.

ASU to illuminate incarceration’s impact in exhibit

Arizona State University (ASU) and a consortium of other colleges will share in a $310,000 grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities to create public projects highlighting key social matters, ASU officials reported recently.

New WIC delivery adjustments benefit families, retailers

Arizona WIC families and retailers will see improvements in convenience, accuracy and speed when the program integrates electronic benefits transfer into its existing Health and Nutrition Delivery System (HANDS).

Mesa Hydration Donation Campaign aims to help with effects of summer heat

Half a million bottles of water will help to stave off extreme heat for Mesa residents this summer with the 11th annual Mesa Hydration Donation Campaign underway.

Arizona Corporation Commission grants emergency funding to repair water infrastructure

The Arizona Corporation Commission has approved emergency funds to help a Yavapai County water company.

West USA Realty kicks off daylong grand opening in Chandler

Live music, lunch, drinks and more are in store for Chandler-area residents at West USA Realty’s grand opening through 6 p.m. today at its new location, 1850 E. Northrop Blvd. #170 in Chandler.

Show Low throws movie night for 'Rogue One'

The city of Show Low will be screening "Rogue One: A Star Wars Story" for a free public event June 23.

Arizona bill preventing state taxes on gold investments has become law

An Arizona lawmaker has won a fight for a tax break for gold investors.