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News from November 2017

NTU’s Sepp joins Flake in Mesa for tax reform event

By Carol Ostrow | Nov 30, 2017

Pete Sepp, president of the grassroots National Taxpayers Union, recently joined Sen. Jeff Flake (R-AZ) to conduct an employee town hall event centered on tax reform at Geco, an aerospace technology company in Mesa.

ADOT launches app to alert motorists of highway issues

By Marian Johns | Nov 29, 2017

The Arizona Department of Transportation has launched a free app to help drivers navigate travel delays and highway hazards throughout the state.

Avondale officials to discuss Goodyear Farms Cemetery

By Marian Johns | Nov 29, 2017

The City of Avondale will host a stakeholders meeting and focus group on Dec. 6 to review the Goodyear Farms Cemetery policy along with proposed improvements and suggestions on how to best honor the historical site and those buried there.

Scottsdale Fire Department launches holiday toy drive

By Marian Johns | Nov 29, 2017

The Scottsdale Fire Department recently kicked off its annual toy drive, which helps to give holiday gifts to over 1,000 families in need each year.

Maricopa's 'Merry Copa' Santa Run is Saturday

By Marian Johns | Nov 29, 2017

The City of Maricopa will host its Santa Run for the second year in a row, complete with runners in Santa suits and Maricopa's own Mayor Christian Price participating in the event dressed as the jolly old elf.

21 artists featured at Chandler Center Art Quilt exhibit

By Marian Johns | Nov 28, 2017

The Chandler Center for the Arts Gallery is hosting the annual Art Quilts exhibit featuring 23 multimedia pieces from 21 different artists.

Cochise County Library District opens first free book box

By Marian Johns | Nov 28, 2017

The Cochise County Library District has opened its first free book box, which is part of a grant program designed to reach rural locations throughout the county to offer books and encourage reading.

Cochise County appoints Baillie as public information officer

By Marian Johns | Nov 28, 2017

Cochise County has appointed journalist and communications field veteran Amanda Baillie as its new public information officer.

Prescott launches 'Top 10 In The Bin' campaign

By Marian Johns | Nov 27, 2017

The City of Prescott is working in conjunction with Keep America Beautiful to launch a campaign that will help educate residents about items that are and are not part of the city’s recycling program.

Casa Grande seeks national funding for Neon Sign Park

By Marian Johns | Nov 27, 2017

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Probation offers issued Narcan for opioid overdoses

By Marian Johns | Nov 27, 2017

Coconino County Adult Probation officers were recently issued Naloxone, an opioid reversal drug, to use in cases of overdoses as part of state’s Opioid Action Plan.

Salt River Project applauds Valley businesses for energy conservation

By Marian Johns | Nov 22, 2017

Salt River Project recognized 15 Valley businesses for their conservation efforts during its recent Champions of Energy Efficiency Awards Luncheon, marking the fourth year it has honored local companies for their energy-saving commitments.

Greater Phoenix Chamber honors ATHENA Award recipients

By Marian Johns | Nov 22, 2017

The Greater Phoenix Chamber of Commerce recently honored three individuals as their 2017 ATHENA Public Sector, Private Sector and Young Professional Award recipients.

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.

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