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University of Arizona quietly returns to 'U of A' branding; ASU student says 'that's hilarious'
PHOENIX - You might remember in 2019 that the University of Arizona was mocked for rebranding as "UArizona." Well, now the university says it's back to using "U of A" – but how they announced the change has surprised brand experts. Arizona State University students are reacting to the...
ASU welcomes Venezia's New York Style Pizzeria concept at Tempe campus
Venezia's New York Style Pizzeria announced its new 'Presto' concept will open July 17 in the heart of the Arizona State University campus at Sun Devil Marketplace, catering to the fast-paced campus lifestyle.
Harvard Investments closes $15.4 million worth of San Tan Valley land sales
Harvard Investments closed on land sales to a homebuilder and multifamily developer who plan to construct single-family residences and build-to-rent units, respectively, in the growing, unincorporated community of San Tan Valley, Arizona. The two sales fetched $15.4 million. Harvard Investments, a real estate investment and development company, sold 133 guaranteed...
Meeting set to discuss Surprise petroleum storage project
Surprise has scheduled a development project neighborhood meeting regarding a conditional use permit to allow for petroleum storage on 9.36 acres north of Desert Cove Road and east of Litchfield Road. It's set for 6 p.m. Monday, July 22 at Surprise Regional Library, 16089 N. Bullard Ave. Jazzmine Clifton with...
Evacuations lifted following hazardous materials incident in Coolidge
COOLIDGE, AZ (AZFamily) — Evacuation and shelter-in-place orders have been lifted following a hazardous materials situation in Coolidge. A City of Coolidge spokesperson tells Arizona’s Family that the incident happened at the Heritage Environmental Services, located about seven miles south of downtown Coolidge. Heritage is an Indiana-based company that focuses on eliminating industrial waste, although Coolidge officials have not provided details about the specific incident.
CAFMA Firefighters and Volunteers Clean-Up Highway 169
On July 11, 2024, firefighters and volunteers from the Central Arizona Fire and Medical Authority (CAFMA) successfully completed a clean-up of a one-mile section of Highway 169 in Dewey-Humboldt, Arizona. This effort was part of the Arizona Department of Transportation’s Adopt a Highway program. The section of road, sponsored...
Former Kayenta town manager ordered to pay $2M for embezzlement
KAYENTA, Ariz. — Kayenta Township reached a settlement on June 21 in its case against former Town Manager Andre Cordero. According to the Kayenta Township Commission, Cordero, along with several co-conspirators, embezzled $401,620 from the town during Cordero’s tenure from 2011 to 2015. In Kayenta District Court, Cordero...
ASU gathers highly effective classroom teachers to share their successes
In the Gadsden Elementary School District, near Arizona’s border with Mexico, most of the students are poor, and many are English language learners. Yet this district has embraced high-level math education, with dozens of students earning college credit before they even get to high school, according to Homero Chavez, director of the early-college program in the district.
Two Weeks Left to Adopt for Free at Pinal County Animal Care & Control
Pinal County Animal Care & Control is reminding residents that there are only two weeks left to take advantage of the Bissell Pet Foundation's "Empty the Shelters" national adoption event. From now until July 31st, adoption fees are waived for all adoptable pets, thanks to the generous sponsorship by Bissell Pet Foundation and Cathy Bissell.
Discover Unique Creations at Craftopia Arts and Crafts Festival in Chino Valley
Chino Valley, AZ – Get ready for a burst of creativity and community spirit at the Craftopia Arts and Crafts Festival, set to take place on July 19 and 20 from 9 AM to 4 PM at Chino Valley High School, located at 760 E Center Street. This two-day festival, sponsored by P&L Events, promises to be a delightful gathering for arts and crafts enthusiasts of all ages.
Monsoon Outlook for July 16, 2024
Here is your Monsoon Outlook for Tuesday, July 16, 2024, provided by the US National Weather Service Flagstaff, Arizona. The National Weather Service Flagstaff Arizona shared that the monsoon conditions will continue today with chances of thunderstorms and showers today. Keep an eye out for scattered storms bringing gusty winds, heavy rain, and hail.
Valley residents try Buc-ee's popular (and maybe a little odd) treats ahead of store opening
GOODYEAR, Ariz. — Arizona residents got their first taste of Buc-ee's most popular treats ahead of the store opening in Goodyear. The City of Goodyear posted a video of residents trying everything from Beaver Nuggets to lemon pepper jerky on their social media accounts. "Thumbs up!" "Very tasty!" "I...
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...
Rezone Sought for Casa Grande Truck Facility
The City of Casa Grande wants to rezone 14.94 acres in the Donovan M. Kramer Airport Industrial Park for CTE Properties LLC can build a custom/vocational truck manufacturing and sales facility. Casa Grande has purchase agreements in place with CTE for two parcels, one of which is zoned general industrial...
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