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News from March 2018

Barrio Hollywood sets the example for innovative communities

By Sandra Lane | Mar 31, 2018

The project offers new homes and new hope to low-income families.

Roundabout construction resumes at I-8 and Araby Road in Yuma

By Sandra Lane | Mar 31, 2018

Work in this area, which had been suspended for five months to accommodate the impact on Yuma's winter visitors and the peak produce season, started again March 26.

Marana candidate orientation forum is set for April 4

By Sandra Lane | Mar 31, 2018

The meeting will advise prospective City Council candidates about the process of running for office in the August 2018 primary.

Cochise County residents enjoy new online access to services

By Sandra Lane | Mar 31, 2018

The updated website provides more information to the public in a faster and easier fashion.

Cesar Chavez awards honor Coconino County veterans and student leaders

By Rumbidzai Karen Musvosvi | Mar 28, 2018

For the fourth year in a row, the Coconino Hispanic Advisory Council will host the Cesar Chavez Community Recognition Celebration.

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.

Cochise County receives $500,000 grant to advance water conservation efforts

By Rumbidzai Karen Musvosvi | Mar 26, 2018

With a $500,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Natural Resource Conservation Service, Cochise County will be able to continue its water conservation efforts.

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.

Marana program creates safer apartment communities

By Rumbidzai Karen Musvosvi | Mar 23, 2018

The Marana Tri-Star Program is made up of Marana Police, property managers and landlords, and residents who want to create a safer community by targeting criminal activity.

Ducey promotes state savings by limiting vehicle use

By Rumbidzai Karen Musvosvi | Mar 23, 2018

The state is looking for ways to manage tax dollars efficiently by reducing costs.

Pima County names deputy directors for development services

By Rumbidzai Karen Musvosvi | Mar 23, 2018

The Pima County Development Services has appointed Lauren Ortega as the deputy director overseeing building and site development.

Wolcott to deliver State of the City address April 16

By Rumbidzai Karen Musvosvi | Mar 23, 2018

This year’s State of the City address will be presented by Mayor Sharon Wolcott and the Surprise City Council.

Pima County extends comment period on power plant updates

By Rumbidzai Karen Musvosvi | Mar 19, 2018

The Pima County Department of Environmental Quality is extending its public comment period and holding another public hearing for the proposed modification of Air Quality Permit No. 1052 to Tucson Electric Power Irvington/H.Wilson Sundt Generating Station.

Maricopa officials seek input on City Center design

By Rumbidzai Karen Musvosvi | Mar 19, 2018

The City of Maricopa recently hosted a public meeting to discuss the development of the City Center and new housing, addressing areas such as community housing needs, possible designs, and the best practices to tackle the project.

Cochise County official participates in voting rights panel

By Rumbidzai Karen Musvosvi | Mar 19, 2018

The Arizona Advisory Committee to the U.S. Commission on Civil Rights held a public meeting this month on voting rights and access.

Credit Union West participates in Military Saves Week

By Rumbidzai Karen Musvosvi | Mar 19, 2018

Credit Union West participated in Military Saves Week, a national campaign to encourage service members and their families to secure their finances, from Feb. 26 to March 2.

Planning & Zoning Commission clears the way for commercial truck terminal

By Rumbidzai Karen Musvosvi | Mar 19, 2018

The Cochise County Planning & Zoning Commission has unanimously approved a rezoning application by the Development Services Department to use a vacant 11.87-acre residential property as a commercial truck terminal.

Pima County gathers public input on proposed power plant upgrades

By Rumbidzai Karen Musvosvi | Mar 19, 2018

The Pima County Department of Environmental Quality recently held an open house and a formal public hearing to gauge public opinion on a proposed modification to Air Quality Permit No. 1052 for the Tucson Electric Power Irvington/Wilson Sundt Generating Station.

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