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City of Buckeye names Weber its water resources director

By Marian Johns | Jun 8, 2018

The City of Buckeye has named former Peoria deputy director of public works and 30-year public/private utility industry veteran Michael Weber as its new water resources director.

Tucson City Council approves $1.5 billion budget for upcoming fiscal year

By Marian Johns | Jun 8, 2018

Tucson Mayor Jonathan Rothschild and City Council members recently gave their stamp of approval to the city's $1.5 billion budget for FY 2018-19, which includes a Five-Year Capital Plan and a raise for city employees.

Marana seeks volunteers to help study bat migration

By Marian Johns | Jun 8, 2018

The Town of Marana is looking for volunteers to help monitor its hummingbird feeders as part of a study to learn more about a federally endangered bat species that migrates north from Mexico.

City of Maricopa signals increase in primary property tax income

By Marian Johns | Jun 8, 2018

In accordance with Arizona statutes, the City of Maricopa has scheduled a public hearing and is notifying residents that the city will collect more in primary property taxes than in the previous year.

Maricopa County uses federal grant to eliminate diesel emissions

By Marian Johns | Jun 7, 2018

The Maricopa County Air Quality Department is in the process of administering a federal grant to local organizations as part of an effort to improve air quality while doing away with diesel emissions.

Pima County's AZ Pure Water Brew Challenge named Project of the Year

By Marian Johns | Jun 7, 2018

The AZ Pure Water Brew Challenge was designed to help educate the public on reclaimed water use as a sustainable water source to brew beer.

Coconino County north of the Grand Canyon enters Stage 1 fire restrictions

By Marian Johns | Jun 7, 2018

The Coconino County Board of Supervisors recently enacted its Wildfire Defense Ordinance Stage One fire restrictions for the section of the county that is north of the Grand Canyon.

Cochise County expected to see 2.9% revenue increase for FY 2018/2019

By Marian Johns | May 11, 2018

Cochise County's regional economy is bouncing back after facing years of recession and income streams are ahead of predicted estimates.

Pima County holds final hearing on Tucson Electric Power project

By Marian Johns | Apr 5, 2018

The Pima County Department of Environmental Quality recently hosted its final hearing for the community after soliciting feedback from the public on its proposed Tucson Electric Power Air Quality Permit.

Report projects state will add 150,000 jobs over next 2 years

By Marian Johns | Mar 27, 2018

Arizona could add over 150,000 jobs over the next two years, according to a short-term economic projection by the Arizona Office of Economic Opportunity and the U.S. Department of Labor.

Lab furniture manufacturer IAC Industries moves operations to Goodyear

By Marian Johns | Mar 27, 2018

IAC Industries has recently purchased a 50,000-square-foot industrial plant in Goodyear where the industrial and laboratory furniture manufacturer will move this spring.

Mesa Community College hosts regional arts festival

By Marian Johns | Mar 26, 2018

Mesa Community College recently hosted the Region VIII Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival, with over 100 of the school's music, theatre and film students earning several top awards.

SBA offers disaster loans in wake of drought

By Marian Johns | Mar 26, 2018

The U.S. Small Business Association is offering low-interest federal disaster loans of up to $2 million to non-farm, small businesses in 15 Arizona counties.

Casa Grande mayor to present State of the City Address

By Marian Johns | Mar 10, 2018

Casa Grande ​Mayor Craig McFarland will host the city's 2018 State of the City Address this month as he reviews the community's accomplishments and vision for the future.

Tucson offers grant opportunities for job training, special events

By Marian Johns | Mar 10, 2018

The City of Tucson is accepting proposals through April 16 for job training and education programs for at-risk youth and adults as well as bids to host several arts, cultural heritage and sports-related special events.

Scottsdale hosts 'I Love the Arts' video contest for high schoolers

By Marian Johns | Mar 10, 2018

The City of Scottsdale is hosting an "I Love the Arts" video contest for area high school students with a $500 cash prize and the chance to give the city's future leaders an opportunity to show the importance of the arts in the community.

City of Marana seeks to fill opening on Planning Commission

By Marian Johns | Mar 10, 2018

The appointee will serve until June 30, 2021.

Greater Phoenix Chamber highlights transformation of downtown

By Marian Johns | Mar 2, 2018

The Greater Phoenix Chamber of Commerce says Downtown Phoenix's transformation over the past decade is the result of multiple redevelopment investments.

Surprise Stadium is ranked top spring training spot in Arizona

By Marian Johns | Mar 2, 2018

The Surprise Stadium has been ranked the No. 1 Spring Training Stadium in the state by USA Today and leads both Arizona and Florida's 23 spring training facilities for facility and fan experience.

Buckeye water department launches new billing system

By Marian Johns | Mar 2, 2018

The Buckeye Water Resources Department recently initiated a new billing system that features added benefits for residents including simpler account management, secure payment options, real-time transaction posts and a 24-month history of water usage on each bill.

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