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Pima County breaks ground on seniors and veterans housing projects

By Marian Johns | Nov 22, 2017

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

By Marian Johns | Nov 22, 2017

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

By Marian Johns | Nov 21, 2017

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

By Marian Johns | Nov 21, 2017

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

By Marian Johns | Nov 21, 2017

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

By Marian Johns | Nov 20, 2017

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

By Marian Johns | Nov 20, 2017

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.
Tucson City Domestic Violence Court receives mentoring grant

By Marian Johns | Nov 20, 2017

The Tucson City Domestic Violence Court was recently named as a Domestic Violence Mentor Court by the U.S. Department of Justice’s Office of Violence Against Women, receiving a two-year grant to fund mentoring activities and programs.
Congresswoman embarks on tour to sing National Anthem

By Marian Johns | Nov 16, 2017

U.S. Rep. Martha McSally (R-Tucson) recently embarked on a National Anthem tour where she has already sung in front of over 2,000 people as part of her call for unity and patriotism in the country.
ON Semiconductor recognized by leading manufacturing and supply chain

By Marian Johns | Nov 16, 2017

ON Semiconductor has been recognized by a leading manufacturing and supply chain, and has received a top award for its energy efficiency and innovations.
Pima County Board of Supervisors amends zoning codes

By Marian Johns | Nov 16, 2017

The Pima County Board of Supervisors has approved two zoning code amendments that will affect land use in residential zones as well as water conservation throughout the county.
Arizona Fall League offers weekday promotions

By Marian Johns | Nov 16, 2017

The Arizona Fall League is offering special promotions this season where baseball fans have the chance to win giveaways and receive special ticket pricing on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays with the Surprise Saguaros at Surprise Stadium.
Blue Cross Blue Shield offers health education program for elementary teachers

By Marian Johns | Nov 16, 2017

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona is offering a free health education program to fourth- and fifth-grade students in the state in an effort to promote the importance of good nutrition and movement to young people.
City of Goodyear to kick off display of 1.5 million synchronized lights

By Marian Johns | Nov 15, 2017

The city of Goodyear will kick off the holiday season this month with its display of over 1.5 million synchronized lights in a drive-through light show.
Barrow Neurological Institute first in state to offer SenTiva epilepsy treatment

By Marian Johns | Nov 14, 2017

Barrow Neurological Institute at Phoenix Children’s Hospital now offers a new treatment for those with drug-resistant epilepsy, making it the first hospital in the state to make the treatment available to patients.
Pima County Health Department launches Blackout Tobacco campaign

By Marian Johns | Nov 14, 2017

The Pima County Health Department will take part in the 2017 Great American Smoke Out (GASO) with its own Blackout Tobacco campaign.
Mesa water supply is safe despite some areas experiencing cloudy water, city says

By Marian Johns | Nov 13, 2017

The city of Mesa is warning its water customers in certain areas of the city that they could see some cloudiness in their water supply through January but that the water supply remains safe.
City of Surprise Resource Center launches new playroom

By Marian Johns | Nov 13, 2017

The city of Surprise has added an early childhood room to its resource center to help parents who come to the center to search for jobs and use community resources.
Gilbert Chamber kicks off annual Holiday Bonus Card program, Tuesday Tastings

By Marian Johns | Nov 10, 2017

The Gilbert Chamber of Commerce has launched its annual Holiday Bonus Card program, along with its Tuesday Tastings and other special promotions.
Avondale adds ZOOM North route to its public transportation service

By Marian Johns | Nov 9, 2017

The city of Avondale recently extended its public transportation operation with the addition of a new ZOOM bus route for the north section of the city.

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