Kacie Whaley News
Arizona tech leaders to be honored this week
By Kacie Whaley | Nov 1, 2017
Honeywell Aerospace and BenchMark are just a couple companies that will be among the best tech innovators and teachers in Arizona being honored at the upcoming 2017 Governor's Celebration of Innovation (GCOI) awards, BusinessWire reported.
City of Surprise forming task force to honor late community leaders
By Kacie Whaley | Nov 1, 2017
The Surprise City Council is creating a panel to honor deceased community members who have worked hard to make the area a better place, the city reported.
$64 million construction project builds four new ramps for I-10
By Kacie Whaley | Oct 23, 2017
Thanks to the Arizona Department of Transportation's (ADOT) $64 million project, four new ramps have been constructed to connect Interstate 10 and Loop 303 in the West Valley, ADOT reported.
Avondale sponsors Youth Startup Weekend for aspiring entrepreneurs
By Kacie Whaley | Oct 16, 2017
All Avondale middle school and high school students with a passion for entrepreneurship can sign up for the city's Youth Startup Weekend.
Bressler-Alpert Society awards University of Arizona medical resident with Travel Award
By Kacie Whaley | Sep 27, 2017
The Bressler-Alpert Society, which funds travel for University of Arizona (UA) residents and fellows to present their findings at conferences, have presented Dr. Francisco Mora with a Travel Award, UA College of Medicine –Tucson reported.
Anni Foster to become new deputy general counsel of governor's office
By Kacie Whaley | Sep 6, 2017
The governor's office has named Anni Foster the new deputy general counsel and Kathryn Hackett King is leaving the office.
Maricopa County approves electronic medical records project for HonorHealth
By Kacie Whaley | Sep 5, 2017
The Maricopa County board of supervisors has partnered with HonorHealth so patients in Maricopa County will have a convenient way to access their medical information electronically, the county reported.
Public relations expert Daniel Cruz to speak at chamber Business & Breakfast event
By Kacie Whaley | Sep 5, 2017
Daniel Cruz, executive director and founder of social media and public relations company Biltmore Media, will be a speaker at the Southwest Valley Chamber of Commerce's upcoming Business & Breakfast event, the chamber reported.
Arizona State Board of Education approves $1.2 million funding for homeless students
By Kacie Whaley | Sep 5, 2017
The State Board of Education (SBE) has approved grant funding of $1.2 million for 32 school districts and schools for homeless education services, the Arizona Department of Education reported.
Arizona Department of Transportation relaxes rules for trucks to help Harvey victims
By Kacie Whaley | Sep 5, 2017
The devastating flood damage in Texas has prompted the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) to waive fees and expedite permits so commercial vehicles can transport urgent equipment to areas in need quickly.
Tuscon Mayor Rothschild urges community members to become mentors
By Kacie Whaley | Aug 29, 2017
Tuscon Mayor Jonathan Rothschild is implementing a new initiative that encourages community volunteers to mentor youths.
Association urging Realtors, clients to support bill to prevent flood insurance program from lapsing
By Kacie Whaley | Aug 24, 2017
To maintain preventive measures to protect homes and businesses from expensive flooding during monsoon season, the Arizona Association of Realtors (AAR) is encouraging Realtors to help prevent the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) from lapsing.
Cochise County comes together to discuss Community Health Improvement Plan
By Kacie Whaley | Aug 23, 2017
About 150 people came together recently to contribute input regarding Cochise County's Community Health Improvement Plan (CHIP).
Goodwill donor director talks finding your passion at Professional Women's Alliance luncheon
By Kacie Whaley | Aug 17, 2017
At the Professional Women's Alliance luncheon on Aug. 8, Kimberly Hall, director of donor development at Goodwill of Central and Northern Arizona, spoke about finding your passion and how she discovered her own.
Maricopa County board of supervisors picks panel to help choose new state representative
By Kacie Whaley | Aug 15, 2017
The Maricopa County board of supervisors has selected the citizens panel that will choose the candidates for the Legislative District 4 seat in the Arizona House of Representatives.
Registration deadline to vote in Yuma election quickly approaching
By Kacie Whaley | Jul 28, 2017
Yuma city officials urge residents to register to vote Yuma's Aug. 29 election; the registration deadline is Monday.
Nominate your favorite Casa Grande artist for a Bravo Award
By Kacie Whaley | Jul 28, 2017
The Casa Grande Arts & Humanities Commission is accepting nominations for the 2016 Bravo Award.
Trump promotes PING golf equipment during Made in America Day
By Kacie Whaley | Jul 28, 2017
President Donald Trump recently highlighted Arizona golf equipment company PING during a day he deemed Made in America Day to celebrate manufacturers in the United States.