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The State Board of Education (SBE) has approved grant funding of $1.2 million for 32 school districts and schools for homeless education services, the Arizona Department of Education reported.

The devastating flood damage in Texas has prompted the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) to waive fees and expedite permits so commercial vehicles can transport urgent equipment to areas in need quickly.

Pima County’s general obligation bond rating reached its highest mark recently, receiving a AAA rating from Fitch Ratings.

The Salt River Project (SRP) Solar for Nonprofits is offering valley-area nonprofits a chance to receive a free photovoltaic (PV) system that will be awarded next year.

The executive director Mesa-based nonprofit House of Refuge recently thanked City Council members for their support during the organization's severe loss of funding last year.

The city of Goodyear’s Fire and Police departments will partner with the Goodyear Firefighters Local 4005 to host a 9/11 memorial ceremony marking the 16th anniversary of the terrorist attacks.

The Coconino County Board of Supervisors unanimously passed an anti-hate resolution that the board said was prompted by the white supremacy rallies and intolerance displayed throughout the U.S. over recent weeks.

Cochise County will present a Healthy Living workshop series from 9-11:30 a.m. each Thursday from Oct. 5 through Nov. 9.

AZ Creative Communities Institute (AZCCI) recently named Tempe as one of the first funding recipients for a new initiative exploring how creativity can positively impact communities.

The Maricopa County Board of Supervisors has appointed Mahogany Cherry Kennedy as its constable for South Mountain Justice Precinct, a position that was left open after the resignation of former Constable Jimmie Munoz.

Maricopa residents looking to get more involved in local government can become part of the Maricopa Citizen Leadership Academy (MCLA).

The Greater Phoenix Chamber of Commerce (GPCC) recently announced 11 area women as finalists for the 30th annual ATHENA Awards.

Ignite Brand Marketing, a woman-owned small business, is this year’s sponsoring organization for the Phoenix-based Arizona Association for Economic Development (AAED).

Tuscon Mayor Jonathan Rothschild is implementing a new initiative that encourages community volunteers to mentor youths.

Maricopa County’s Rio Salado College recently issued a request for proposals to find online program management consulting services, with plans to accept submissions at its Tempe location until 3 p.m. Sept. 14.

The Phoenix suburb of Buckeye recently ranked among Arizona’s top places both to live and to raise a family, balancing its recent rapid growth with overall public safety, according to a press release.

Accountability is the key to the future of education in Arizona, and charter schools are in the vanguard in adopting letter grades for measuring standards and progress, according to the organization representing the institutions.

Coconino County Assessor Armando Ruiz recently presented information to help senior homeowners learn about property tax assistance and exemptions during a recent community meeting.

The city of Mesa recently broke ground on a 150,000-square-foot speculative industrial facility in the Falcon Field District, which it hopes will draw significant aerospace and defense businesses.

The Pima County Ending Poverty Now Program will host the first in a series of workshops next month that will shed light on the challenges faced by those affected by poverty.