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Queen Creek teacher stresses importance of physical education
Faith Mather Sossaman Elementary PE teacher Lara Cox is reflecting on her career after receiving an honorable mention in this year’s Arizona Education Foundation’s Teacher of the Year
Cochise County sheriff on Biden, Harris and Congress: 'Nobody’s listening'
(The Center Square) – Cochise County, Arizona, Sheriff Mark Dannels said he’s never been able to meet with President Joe Biden or his border czar, Vice President Kamala Harris, the entire time they’ve been in office. Biden, Harris and Congress aren’t helping his deputies, who are risking their lives fighting cartel crime, he said, adding “nobody’s listening.” Dannels on Thursday welcomed to Arizona former President Donald Trump, who he said...
Triple digits temps, low storm chances expected in Phoenix area
PHOENIX (AZFamily) — High temperatures in the Valley today will reach around 105, which is near normal for this time of year. Scattered showers and thunderstorms will develop in the mountains, especially in eastern and southeastern Arizona. Parts of the mountains will be breezy, with possible gusts between 20 and 30 mph.
Driver who killed 5 in crash while watching videos jailed for 22 years
PHOENIX, Arizona: A tractor-trailer driver who killed five people in a fiery crash because he was distracted watching social media videos was sent to prison for 22 years. Maricopa County prosecutors said this week that Danny Glen Tiner, 38, pleaded guilty to five counts of negligent homicide. Investigators said Tiner...
Surprise car seat help temporarily moving to Fire Station 307
Surprise’s public safety departments offer vehicle safety seat installations and inspections several times a month as a free service to the community. Starting Sept. 3, the car seat clinics will move from Fire Station 303 to Fire Station 307 until early 2025. This move will allow the clinics to continue while construction occurs at Fire Station 303.
Diamondbacks' Christian Walker: Faces high-velocity pitching
Walker (oblique) recently began hitting against a high-velocity pitching machine, MLB.com reports. Walker, who was placed on the 10-day injured list July 30, continues to check off boxes during rehab. The process began with running, dry swings, hitting off a tee, then graduated to facing soft-toss pitching. Now, after hitting high-velocity pitches from a machine, Walker's next step is live batting practice.
Dave’s Hot Chicken Coming to Downtown Goodyear
#NEWBUSINESSALERT Dave’s Hot Chicken Coming to Downtown Goodyear. Construction will begin soon to build the Valley’s newest Dave’s Hot Chicken. The popular spot for chicken tender lovers is expected to open next year in Goodyear. It will be the franchise’s first location in the West Valley and third in the Valley.
New Luxury North Scottsdale Community Starts Sales in September
A highly anticipated Camelot Homes luxury community – The Edge at Joy Ranch – will begin selling its new homes the first week of September to anyone on the VIP Interest List (sign up here!). Nestled in the heart of North Scottsdale at the northeast corner of Lone Mountain Parkway and East Joy Ranch Road, this community offers modern luxury and natural beauty.
Election deniers in key states are newly empowered in 2024
Local election officials in key swing states are taking on new power heading into 2024, worrying some legal observers who expect attempts to slow down the certification process in favor of GOP candidates. In the aftermath of the 2020 presidential election, which former President Trump baselessly claimed was rigged against him, local election offices, which…
San Tan Charter downs Scottsdale Christian in 2A football opener
Gilbert San Tan Charter had to make a second 35-mile trip to Scottsdale Christian Academy in two days to play its 2A high school football season opener. All those miles were worth it, as San Tan Charter left Friday night with a 23-6 statement win over the defending 2A champions. It was the second...
Phoenix DJ Chris Villa is bringing Tios & Tias party to the Arizona State Fair
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3 teens arrested after violence investigation at Buckeye park
PHOENIX — Three teenagers were arrested and booked for threatening to shoot a group of people at a Buckeye park in July, authorities said Thursday. The Buckeye Police Department responded to Buckeye Town Park on the evening of July 24 after hearing teens had threatened to shoot a group of people, according to a press release.
Volleyball conquers No. 2 Scottsdale in a thrilling match Friday night
Saturday August 24, 2024 - 10:00 a.m. | Dylan DeVlieger. MCC Women's Volleyball pulled off what may be the biggest win in program history on Friday night as the Lady T-Birds beat No. 2 Scottsdale, 3-2. Set 1:. Mesa came out with the energy necessary to dethrone the defending Region...
National Golf Invitational returning in 2025 to Ak-Chin Southern Dunes for third edition next spring
The National Golf Invitational, the NIT of college golf, is returning for its third year next spring. Ak-Chin Southern Dunes in Maricopa, Arizona, will host the event for the third straight year. Next year, the NGI will again feature a men’s and women’s championship, each with a maximum of 18...
Judge blocks lithium drilling Arizona tribe says threatens sacred lands
A federal judge has temporarily blocked exploratory drilling for a lithium project in Arizona that tribal leaders say will harm land they have used for religious and cultural ceremonies for centuries. Lawyers for the national environmental group Earthjustice and Colorado-based Western Mining Action Project are suing federal land managers on behalf of the Hualapai Tribe. They accuse the U.S. Bureau of Land Management of illegally approving drilling planned by an Australian mining company in the Big Sandy River Basin in northwestern Arizona, about halfway between Phoenix and Las Vegas. The case is among the latest legal fights to pit...
Following arrest, Mesa arts director is gone
Just five months into his high-profile job as the City of Mesa’s arts director, Richard M. Parison, Jr., is out. According to Mesa Police, 55-year-old Parison was arrested July 7 on suspicion of disorderly conduct and assault – unwanted touching. Spokeswoman Ana Pereira confirmed that Parison is no...
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