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News from January 2017

Salt River Projets to plant 5,100 trees in honor of 51 Cardinals touchdowns

By Kathy Adams | Jan 23, 2017

Salt River Project (SRP) said it will plant 5,100 trees to help restore forests in Arizona, in honor of the Arizona Cardinals scoring 51 touchdowns this season.
Rillito Racing, Pima County agree on new operating contract

By Gianni da Costa | Jan 23, 2017

Rillito Racing, owned by the Rillito Park Foundation, has reached an agreement to continue racing operations in Pima County until June 2021.
Net metering rates ending; credits for new solar customers being cut

By John Breslin | Jan 23, 2017

Net metering for new solar customers is coming to an end following the decision by energy regulators to change the way individuals with panels are charged by utilities.
Clark Hill office, manager earn honors

By Cheyenne Dickerson | Jan 21, 2017

The Clark Hill Phoenix office was recently chosen as the 2016 "Firm of the Year" by the Phoenix chapter of the non-profit National Association of Legal Support (NALS).
Former Realtor's body found in Kingman

By Cheyenne Dickerson | Jan 21, 2017

The body of Sidney Cranston was discovered by Kingman Police detectives on Jan. 7. The former Arizona Realtor had been missing for approximately 19 months.
Young 'uns get a glimpse of the Old West

By Cheyenne Dickerson | Jan 21, 2017

Thousands of fourth- through sixth-grade students will ride into an authentic Western experience on Jan. 26 when they take part in the annual Ted Walker Youth Day in Tucson.
Tucson hotel asks guests to check out new look

By Kathy Adams | Jan 21, 2017

uests checking into the TownePlace Suites by Marriott Tucson Airport recently might not have been sure they were in the right place.
Potential dropouts get a hand up in Pima County

By Kathy Adams | Jan 21, 2017

As the recently named program manager at a Pima County support center, Daphanie Conner sees potential in teens and young adults who have faced issues like poverty and unplanned pregnancies.
Scottsdale-based LiveOps has new CEO

By Cheyenne Dickerson | Jan 19, 2017

LiveOps, Scottsdale-based contact center company, has selected a new, and highly experienced, leader to serve as its chief executive officer.
Tucson Electric Power aims to boost renewable energy offerings

By Kathy Adams | Jan 19, 2017

Tucson Electric Power (TEP) said it is working to grow its solar and wind-powered resources to meet its goal of doubling the amount of renewable power it offers within 15 years.
Tempe residents invited to Neighborhood Day at the State Legislature

By Kathy Adams | Jan 19, 2017

Tempe is inviting residents to learn about what goes on at the state capitol on Neighborhood Day at the State Legislature on Jan. 25.
Chamber's Valley Voices series features two Arizona educators

By Cheyenne Dickerson | Jan 19, 2017

Two Arizona educational leaders are scheduled to speak about education, economic development and the anticipated future at the Greater Phoenix Chamber of Commerce’s Valley Voices event Jan. 24 at the GateWay Community College Washington Campus.
Pima County accepting block grant proposals

By Dorothy Goodin | Jan 19, 2017

Proposals for 2017 Community Services Block Grants are being accepted through Jan. 25 by the Pima County Community Action Agency, a division of the Community Services, Employment and Training Department.
Tests show skunk found in Madera Canyon had rabies

By Kathy Adams | Jan 17, 2017

Pima County Health Department officials said test results indicated that an aggressive skunk found Jan. 12 in the Proctor parking lot in Madera Canyon had rabies.
Free wage-negotiation classes to be held in Tempe

By Kathy Adams | Jan 17, 2017

Free training classes on negotiating a salary will be held beginning Jan. 24 at the Business Resource and Innovation Center (BRiC) inside the Tempe Public Library, 3500 South Rural Road.
Pima County recommends driving less to improve air quality

By Dorothy Goodin | Jan 17, 2017

The Pima County Department of Environmental Quality (PDEQ) is encouraging residents to drive less in 2017 as part of its Clean Air Program.
Yuma County chamber honors Encore RV Resorts as member of the month

By Kathy Adams | Jan 16, 2017

The Yuma County Chamber of Commerce recently honored Encore RV Resorts as its Member of the Month for January.Encore RV Resorts, which includes Thousand Trails RV campgrounds, has offered outdoor destinations for more than 40 years, the chamber said on its website.
Tempe urging comments on I-10/I-17 corridor plan

By Kathy Adams | Jan 16, 2017

The city of Tempe is urging residents to offer their input about the Interstate 10/Interstate 17 "spine" corridor at a series of meetings later this month, the city said on its website.
Pima County volunteer effort aims to rebuild Tucson Mountain Park trails

By Kathy Adams | Jan 16, 2017

The Pima County Natural Resources, Parks and Recreation Department (NRPR) is working with volunteers to rebuild trails in Tucson Mountain Park, a recent post on the Pima County website said.
Change in White House could leave new college rules in doubt

By John Breslin | Jan 16, 2017

Sweeping new regulations covering higher education institutions, particularly for-profit colleges,are due to take effect in July, but it is unclear where the Trump administration stands on them and whether they will remain intact.

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