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Republican party meeting in Gilbert ends in argument, fight
GILBERT (AZFamily)—A monthly meeting for Republicans in Gilbert ended with the cops being called to break up a fight. The Chairman of Legislative District 14′s Republican Party, Andrew Adams, says he was assaulted at the meeting, and a state representative almost was too. “This is an isolated incident....
3 East Valley hospitals’ fate could be sealed this week
The auction of Tempe St. Luke’s Hospital, Mesa Mountain Vista Medical Center and two other Arizona medical facilities owned by financially troubled Steward Health Care System is set for Thursday, July 18 – at least for now. Steward Health Care, with permission of U.S. Bankruptcy Judge Chris Lopez,...
Tempe man on trial for feeding homeless now faces ‘vindictive’ ban
The city of Tempe has already hauled Austin Davis into court for feeding the homeless without a permit. Now the city’s war on Davis has taken on a new front. On July 1, Davis said, a Tempe park ranger spitefully cited him for trespassing at Moeur Park, where he’d arrived after the park had closed to clean up trash. As a result, Davis has been banned from all Tempe parks in the Papago Park Preserve — impeding but not halting his efforts to feed the unhoused there — through August 2.
After less than a year, Picklemall to close in Tempe
TEMPE, AZ (AZFamily) — One of the largest pickleball facilities in the country is shutting its doors in Tempe. Ben Worley, the head of Picklemall operations, said in a statement Monday will be Picklemall’s last day at the Arizona Mills Mall. That’s because Arizona Mills terminated the lease,...
Gilbert PD opens expanded communications hub
The Gilbert Police Department reopened its new and improved communications center last week. The center, the workspace for dispatchers, underwent a two-phase expansion, with construction beginning in January 2023. The center has more than doubled in size, from about 4,500 square feet to 10,500 square feet at Police Headquarters at...
Four Peaks Oktoberfest 2024 at Tempe Town Lake: Here are the headliners
Four Peaks Brewing Oktoberfest is coming back for its 51st year at Tempe Town Lake. The three-day Bavarian-themed festival will be Friday, Oct. 11, through Sunday, Oct. 13, 2024. The outdoor event is open to all ages and features live music all weekend across two stages as well as German...
Tempe cracks down on traffic laws on these 4 roads through September
Tempe has identified its newest safety corridors as a way of reducing serious and fatal traffic injuries. Those areas will be under strict enforcement. Safety corridors are sections of roads selected for heightened driver education and law enforcement. They’re designed to increase safety. The designated as safety corridors from...
A Tempe-Mesa streetcar moving beyond desire
Valley Metro held two in-person open houses on a proposed 4.4-mile extension of the Tempe streetcar into West Mesa. And within a couple weeks of that, Congressman Greg Stanton helped move it beyond the “proposed” stage by announcing a nearly $16 million federal Rebuilding American Infrastructure with Sustainability and Equity grant, funded under the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, to advance the Rio East-Dobson Streetcar Extension.
Queen Creek Fire & Medical Department hosts promotion ceremony
The Queen Creek Fire and Medical Department (QCFMD) hosted a promotion ceremony for employees promoted since July 1, 2023. In the last fiscal year, 25 employees were promoted. “This ceremonial promotional ceremony recognizes the dedication and commitment of our membership,” shared QCFMD Chief Vance Gray. “Many of these individuals were officially promoted months ago, serving our community with compassion in a new role for months before being recognized. This selfless service is what the Queen Creek Fire and Medical Department stands for – keeping the community and one another safe. Thank you for continuing to serve the Queen Creek community – I am incredibly proud to lead this outstanding department.”
City of Mesa Encourages Rainwater Harvesting as Eco-Friendly Solution to Dry Summer Forecast
As we roll into the heart of summer with meteorologists predicting a drier season than the norm, the City of Mesa is advocating for a sustainable practice that's bound to make you a neighborhood eco-champion—rainwater harvesting. In an online bulletin published July 16th, residents are being encouraged to gear up for the monsoon rains, which, despite lower expectations, can still offer an ample free supply of life juice for your thirsty backyard flora.
AZ Briefing: See how much Valley mayors, city council make; Meeting gets ugly after ‘Goons’ reference; Metro Phoenix restaurant inspections
Good morning, Arizona. Here's what our reporters are working on and what you should know before you start your day. Is being an elected official in Arizona worth the pay? It varies, depending on the city. Ever wondered how much your mayor and city council get paid? See the salaries...
Tempe bridle path suit stings neighbors
Tempe has filed suit in Maricopa County Superior Court seeking a declaratory judgment on who has legal authority over a south Tempe bridle path, where a resident’s block wall extends 10 feet into the trail. Many among the approximately 250 area homeowners who have pushed the city for four...
Voucher expenses axed, politics in school board races and county supe candidates
Hi everyone, and welcome back to Educating Arizona! 🌞. Summer has officially come to an end for some parts of the Valley, with Chandler Unified heading back to school this morning and other districts set to follow suit next week. Unfortunately, it looks like the excessive summer heat won’t be going anywhere for some time.
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