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The Coconino County Public Health Services District has confirmed this year’s first case of Hantavirus Pulmonary Syndrome coming from a traveler to the county from outside the state.

Cochise County tower to enhance NPR broadcasts, emergency communications

Cochise County has entered into a partnership with Arizona Public Media to share the cost of constructing a new communications tower that will bring the National Public Radio (NPR) broadcast to the area as well as improve emergency communications.

Executive order to expand job opportunities for Arizonans with disabilities

Gov. Doug Ducey has signed an executive order that requires state agencies to expand job opportunities for the estimated 418,000 Arizonans with disabilities.

Volunteers sought for tax preparation training

The City of Surprise is looking for volunteers to be trained in tax preparation and become part of its Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program.

Cochise County receives federal grant to curb substance abuse

By Marian Johns | Dec 18, 2017

Cochise County has received a $100,000 grant from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention for its health and social staff to address substance abuse issues across the region.

Pima County agencies participate in crime scene preservation training

By Marian Johns | Dec 18, 2017

Over 60 agencies from throughout Pima County recently joined other local, state and federal emergency response agencies for a special training session on crime scene preservation and safety techniques.

Library launches holiday drive to help Pima County's homeless pets

By Marian Johns | Dec 18, 2017

The Pima County Public Library has launched a collection drive for donations to help the Pima Animal Care Center (PACC), which cares for nearly 20,000 pets each year.

Buckeye recognized for its planning, graphic design efforts

By Marian Johns | Dec 13, 2017

The City of Buckeye has received statewide recognition with three major award wins for its planning and graphic design efforts.

Apache Junction PD receives traffic safety grant

By Marian Johns | Dec 13, 2017

The Apache Junction Police Department has received $54,000 in Governor’s Office of Highway Safety grants which it will use toward addressing speeding and drinking and driving.

Avondale plans to raise water rates by 6 percent

The City of Avondale has issued a Notice of Intent to raise water and wastewater rates by 6 percent beginning next year as the third phase of rate increases that are part of the six-year schedule the City Council approved in 2016.

Mesa celebrates century of electric and natural gas service

The City of Mesa is celebrating its 100 years of providing electric and natural gas service to its residents with a series of utility box artwork depicting an “energizing theme.”

Maricopa's Shop Local Copa Bingo! campaign receives state award

The City of Maricopa has received statewide recognition for its Shop Local Copa Bingo! Campaign 2016 by the Arizona Association for Economic Development.

City of Bullhead takes applications for commission vacancies

The City of Bullhead is now taking applications from volunteers to fill seats on two commissions that deal with the city’s franchise agreements and the city’s public transportation system.

Gilbert Chamber launches 'Adopt a Senior' holiday program

The Gilbert Chamber Foundation has begun its “Adopt A Senior” Program, marking the ninth year the foundation will help low-income, disabled and homebound seniors in conjunction with the Gilbert Senior Center.

Ducey recognizes law enforcement records personnel

In response to a request from the Scottsdale Police Records Supervisors and the Arizona Law Enforcement Records Managers Association, Gov. Doug Ducey recently proclaimed a “Law Enforcement Records Personnel Appreciation Day.”

Avondale offers grant funding for art programs

The City of Avondale is offering nonprofit agencies and educational organizations a chance to receive up to $1,000 in grant funding for art enrichment programs, community projects and special events that benefit the Avondale community.

Southeast Valley Realtors recognized for global business alliance