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Marana Town Council election heads to a recount
MARANA, Ariz. (KGUN) — One half of one percent – that’s what’s sending the race for a Marana Town Council seat to a recount. Incumbent Mayor Ed Honea, who ran unopposed, was declared the winner of the mayoral election. Patrick Cavanaugh was declared the winner of one of the open council seats, but the winner of the second open council seat can’t be declared yet, because the two candidates are separated by 14 votes.
The possibility of installing new lockers causes debate at Tucson school board meeting
In recent years, many high schools have done away with lockers as the use of technology increased. The possibility of installing student lockers at some Tucson Unified schools was cause for debate at this week’s governing board meeting. Lockers, or the lack of them, are not uniform across Tucson...
Noah Fifita adds preseason honor on Manning Award Watch List
Arizona quarterback Noah Fifita continued his amazing rise over the last 11 months by being named to the Manning Award watch list on Thursday. Per ArizonaWildcats.Com, Fifita has been named to the "Johnny Unitas Golden Arm Award, Davey O'Brien Award Watch List (and) the Walter Camp Player of the Year Watch List."
Christmas in July 2024 Was Super Successful
It certainly didn’t feel like Christmas on July 24 with the temps heading for the 100s again, but that didn’t stop the Lady Putters. It was time for their annual collection for the Green Valley/Amado Food Bank, and they were not going to let Mr. Sun keep them from donning their red and green outfits and holiday accessories. Their hearts were definitely filled with the Santa philosophy of giving to bring joy to others, as they donated 216 pounds of food and contributed $815 in cash, checks, and credit card donations. One of the key members of the food bank staff said they wanted to thank the members of the Quail Creek Lady Putters for the wonderful support during the Christmas in July Food Drive.
Arizona police looking for unbuckled drivers in Click It or Ticket campaign
PHOENIX (AZFamily) — The Arizona Governor’s Office of Highway Safety is partnering up with Valley police agencies for a “Click It or Ticket” campaign. Officers will be able to pull over drivers who don’t buckle up until the end of the month. Through the past...
Storm chances return to Arizona this weekend as monsoon rebounds
PHOENIX (AZFamily) — The atmosphere will be a little more favorable for monsoon activity this weekend after days when the state has been virtually devoid of any rain. That shift comes as a ridge of high pressure sets up in a favorable pattern to the east of Arizona. In contrast, an unseasonal trough of low pressure presses into the Pacific Northwest. The storm will help intensify the high impact on our monsoon flow and should bring more moisture into the state from the south.
Arizona nonprofit foundation receives $150K grant to support foster youth
PHOENIX – An Arizona nonprofit group recently received a $150,000 grant to support foster youth in their search for stable housing. Mercy C.A.R.E.S., a community reinvestment program, made the award to the Arizona Friends of Foster Children Foundation (AFFCF). The AFFCF Rapid Rehousing program will use the funding to...
Arizona, Nevada and Mexico will lose same amount of Colorado River water next year as in 2024
WASHINGTON (AP) — Arizona, Nevada and Mexico will continue to live with less water next year from the Colorado River after the U.S. government on Thursday announced water cuts that preserve the status quo. Long-term challenges remain for the 40 million people reliant on the imperiled river. The 1,450-mile...
Hobbs to join female governors at DNC for conversation hosted by ‘Veep’ actress
(The Center Square) – Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs will be joining the seven other women Democratic governors in Chicago next week at the Democratic National Convention. All eight women will be participating in a panel discussion on Wednesday, Aug. 21 that will be moderated by award-winning actress, producer and activist Julia Louis-Dreyfus. “Governor Hobbs is looking forward to joining a panel with the country’s eighth democratic female governors on Aug. 21,” Hobbs’ office told The Center Square. “She’s excited to discuss how they’re delivering for...
Arizona public health leader to direct Health Observatory at ASU
Think about any health scare in recent Arizona history — from hantavirus and plague to anthrax and COVID-19 — and you can be sure David Engelthaler was working behind the scenes to help the state navigate through the emergency. Engelthaler brings his passion for public health to his...
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