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Glendale Elementary's Gilliam to serve on Arizona School Facilities Board

By Marian Johns | Jan 21, 2018

Arizona's Superintendent of Public Instruction Diane Douglas recently appointed Glendale Elementary School District's director of maintenance and operations Gregory Gilliam as her designee to the Arizona School Facilities Board.

Loop 202 South Mountain Freeway project moves forward

By Marian Johns | Jan 21, 2018

The Arizona Department of Transportation's Loop 202 South Mountain Freeway project is moving along as the first interchange in Laveen is now taking shape.

Myers joins Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona as chief medical officer

By Marian Johns | Jan 21, 2018

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona has named nationally recognized Dr. Woodrow Myers Jr. as the company's chief medical officer and health strategist.

Greater Phoenix Chamber seeks graphic designer

By Marian Johns | Jan 21, 2018

The Greater Phoenix Chamber of Commerce is seeking a graphic designer to coordinate the chamber's marketing, promotional materials and a variety of design and layout work.

Cochise County Library app gives users access to free online books

By Marian Johns | Jan 21, 2018

The Cochise County Library District has launched a new app for mobile devices that will allow library users to access thousands of free online books.

Cochise Health Social Services unveils new electronic WIC system

By Marian Johns | Jan 21, 2018

The Cochise Health and Social Services along with the Arizona Department of Health Services have introduced a new electronic system for individuals receiving benefits through the WIC program.

Tucson's RightSure Insurance acquires California firm

By Marian Johns | Jan 21, 2018

Tucson-based RightSure Insurance Corp. recently completed its 14th business acquisition by acquiring California-based Auto & Property Insurance Solutions.

Pima County issues air quality watch due to residual smoke

By Marian Johns | Jan 21, 2018

Due to the risk of elevated levels of smoke in the Pima County area, the Pima County Department of Environmental Quality has issued an air quality watch.

City of Buckeye opens new trail at Skyline Regional Park

By Marian Johns | Jan 21, 2018

The City of Buckeye recently celebrated the grand opening of a 0.6-mile accessible trail at the Skyline Regional Park, which was funded through an Arizona State Parks and Trails recreation trails grant.

Gilbert Leadership program marks 25th year with time capsule

By Marian Johns | Jan 21, 2018

Gilbert Leadership is celebrating its 25th year with the creation of a time capsule that is slated to be opened on the program's 50th anniversary.

Virtua Partners acquires 2 properties in Phoenix area

By Marian Johns | Jan 21, 2018

Virtua Partners has acquired two major properties in the Phoenix area totaling 146 acres including the Villa De Paz Golf Club and Bennett Meadows, a 28-acre property the company will use for a single-family residential development.

Registration opens for Avondale's Citizen Leadership Academy

By Marian Johns | Jan 21, 2018

The City of Avondale has opened its registration for the 2018 Avondale Citizen Leadership Academy, which will kick off its 2018 program in February.

ADOT reminds motorists to use Safe Phone Zones

By Marian Johns | Jan 21, 2018

As travelers hit the roads this holiday season, the Arizona Department of Transportation reminds motorists of the state's Safe Phone Zones, which through a partnership with Geico, offer drivers a place to safely talk and text on their smartphones.

Scottsdale mayor to hold State of the City address

By Marian Johns | Jan 21, 2018

Scottsdale Mayor W.J. "Jim" Lane will hold the State of the City address on Jan. 31, followed by a reception and luncheon which will help raise funds for the city's Operation Fix It program.

City of Casa Grande to begin search for new city judge

By Marian Johns | Jan 21, 2018

The City of Casa Grande will be selecting a new city judge to fill a vacancy left open by the appointment of Judge Christopher O'Neil to the Pinal County Superior Court bench.

Williams & Associates taps Tucson's Janoff for sales force

By Marian Johns | Jan 21, 2018

Local businesswoman and 30-year veteran of the promotional products industry Kola Janoff recently joined the Williams & Associates sales force.

Mayor among those paying respects to council member Hayden

By Marian Johns | Jan 21, 2018

The City of Surprise recently noted the passing of long-time West Valley resident, U.S.veteran and District 2 Council member Jim Hayden.

Fox captured near Oak Creek Canyon tests positive for rabies

By Marian Johns | Jan 21, 2018

A fox that recently attacked a resident in Oak Creek Canyon near Sedona has tested positive for rabies by the Arizona Department of Health Services.

Pima supervisors approve bonds for Tucson road work

By Marian Johns | Jan 21, 2018

The Pima County Board of Supervisors has approved the distribution of $12 million in bonds -- part of the remaining voter-approved 1997 HURF Revenue Bond plan -- for roadway capacity increase projects on three Tucson roadways.

Arizona Department of Health Services launches 'eWIC' system

By Marian Johns | Jan 21, 2018

The Arizona Department of Health Services has launched its new "eWIC" system and transitioning from paper checks to cards for families in the Women, Infants and Children program.

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