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As Temps Soar, Federal Funds for Low-Income Families Appear to Shortchange Hottest States
The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) covers less than 8 percent of low-income residents’ heating and cooling costs in Texas. That’s compared to nearly 23 percent in northern states. Martha Pskowski & Jenaye Johnson | Inside Climate News. In San Elizario, Texas, tucked between cotton fields...
Ranger Kielak's Cross-Country Walk to Raise $100,000 for Nonprofits Reaches Arizona
Ranger Kielak’s Walk Across America: A Journey to Raise Money for Nonprofits. Ranger Kielak, an alumni of Loyalton FFA in California, is embarking on an incredible journey: walking across the country to raise money for nonprofit organizations that are close to his heart. Ranger, who started his walk in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, on March 10, plans to finish in Pismo Beach, California, next month. Currently, he is crossing the border from New Mexico to Arizona.
Arizona lawmakers visit Mexico amid border crisis
(The Center Square) – Some members of the Arizona congressional delegation visited Mexico City last week as the presidency transitions in the country. Eleven lawmakers, including Arizona Sen. Mark Kelly and Rep. Greg Stanton, met with President Andrés Manuel López Obrador as well as President-elect Claudia Sheinbaum for discussions that involved trade, the economy as well as border and immigration issues, according to a news release. “At a moment of...
Listen to the full season of The Arizona Republic's 'Rediscovering: The Roots of Radicalism'
THE ROOTS OF RADICALISMListen to the full season| What is going on in Arizona? | The Goldwater era After the insurrection at the U.S. Capitol, and after digging into Arizona's prominent role in the plot to overturn the 2020 election, Republic reporters repeatedly heard questions we couldn't quite answer. ...
BRIX Holdings Enters Four-Unit Franchise Agreement in Arizona, Missouri
Dallas — Dallas-based food-and-beverage franchising company BRIX Holdings LLC has entered into an agreement with franchise owner Richard Stassi to open four new units in Arizona and Missouri. Stassi will open three Smoothie Factory + Kitchen and Red Mango co-branded shops within the next three years in metro Phoenix and Scottsdale, Arizona. The first of the units is scheduled to open in early 2025. Franchisee Gary Patel signed the fourth deal with Stassi and will open a Red Mango store in Kansas City, Missouri, in early 2025, marking the first entry into the state for the brand. BRIX also owns the chains Friendly’s and Orange Leaf and recently acquired Clean Juice.
Arizona hospital reinstates mask mandates due to COVID-19 cases
COCONINO COUNTY, Ariz. — The Tuba City Regional Health Care Corporation in northern Arizona is requiring staff and patients to again wear masks at its facilities due to a rising number of COVID-19 cases. The mask mandate took effect July 19 and will be enforced at the TCRHCC facilities...
Phoenix boy gets third place in North American Lego contest
PHOENIX — Most artists who want to celebrate the unique Arizona landscape use mediums like paints, mosaics or spray-painted murals. However, for 8-year-old Tobias Camen, Legos are the perfect way to recreate the Sonoran Desert. Tobias, who is from Phoenix, won national recognition for his creativity with Lego sets...
BlackWolf Rideshare Expansion into Phoenix Halted Due to Regulatory Compliance Issues
A new player in the rideshare game, BlackWolf, known for its unique feature of offering rides with armed drivers, recently announced its expansion into Phoenix. Founded in Atlanta, BlackWolf has stirred the pot with its concept of increased security during rides by hiring drivers who boast backgrounds in military, law enforcement, or private security. The service touts a rigorous vetting process for these drivers, with a stipulation of at least four years' experience in their previous professions, as noted on the company's website.
Sophia Silverstein wins MLB Trailblazer and Little League West Region Home Run Championships
Sophia Silverstein, an eighth grader at Red Rock Elementary, hit 17 home runs in 90 seconds to capture the Home Run Derby Championship held at the Little League Softball West Region on Sunday, July 21. “The whole trip was a blast,” Silverstein told AllSportsTucson. “I am so grateful to get...
These dogs helps kids practice reading at Peoria library
Arizona has been represented on stage at the Republican National Convention. Friday NewsCap panelists analyze that and the rest of the week’s top stories. And, a preview of this weekend’s WNBA All-Star game in Phoenix. That and more on The Show.
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