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Outdoor smoking banned at Maricopa County regional parks to mitigate fire risk
PHOENIX – If you’re planning to visit a Maricopa County regional park during the Fourth of July holiday weekend, leave your cigarettes in your vehicle or at home. Outdoor smoking in the parks was banned Monday, as officials expanded existing fire restrictions. Lighting up is permitted only within enclosed vehicles and campers.
WNBA Reveals All-Star Game Jerseys with a Surprising Twist
The WNBA has unveiled its 2024 All-Star Game uniforms, showcasing a fresh look for the star-studded event. This year's All-Star Game, set for July 20 in Phoenix, introduces a unique Team WNBA vs. Team USA format, where the entire Olympic team will face off against 12 WNBA All-Stars. This ...
Reported wrong-way DUI crash in Tempe Friday morning leaves three hurt
TEMPE, AZ — Three people are hurt after a reported DUI wrong-way crash in Tempe early Friday morning. Tempe police say they were called to the area of Hardy Drive and Southern Avenue for the crash just after 1:15 a.m. When officers arrived, they found two vehicles involved in...
Cop cruiser crushed by motorist during roadside CMV inspection
A routine roadside CMV inspection took a frightening turn in Arizona on Wednesday morning. The crash occurred shortly before 6:30 a.m. on Wednesday, July 3, in Maricopa, Arizona. An Arizona Department of Public Safety (AZDPS) officer pulled over a commercial vehicle for a routine inspection on State Route 347 at...
Glendale sells land to VAI Resort for parking garage, ending dispute with Cardinals
A parking garage that VAI Resort wants to build on newly purchased land from Glendale could effectively end the city's dispute with the Arizona Cardinals and will give a needed boost to the mammoth-sized project, slated to become the state's largest resort. After a judge’s recent decision halted the city from building its...
Jingle on down to Organ Stop Pizza for Christmas in July
Get ready for trees, lights and carols played on the piano. It's time for Christmas in July at Organ Stop Pizza. The unique Mesa restaurant is bringing back its annual summer holiday event to raise money for United Food Bank. "Summer is the hardest time of the year for many...
Candidates make their case at Sun City West public forum
Securing the border, reducing federal spending and intrusion and restoring parental controls were issues mentioned most by GOP primary candidates at the near-capacity June 22 public forum at the Palm ...
Swift’s life choices are fodder for role model attack. Don’t buy it.
I am not a Swiftie. I can’t name a single song by Taylor Swift besides “Shake it off.” But a recent Newsweek column about her life choices has me infuriated. John Mac Ghlionn opined that Swift is not a good role model. Why? Because she is 34, unmarried and childless. “While Swift’s musical talent and […] The post Swift’s life choices are fodder for role model attack. Don’t buy it. appeared first on Indiana Capital Chronicle.
Desert Star Community School breaks ground on campus addition
Pat Jansen, president of the board at Desert Star Community School, has announced that construction has begun for phase three of campus development, with the school’s board of directors participating in ground-breaking with general contractor Haley Construction. The construction project will include an administration and student support building, enhanced...
Tempe Union, Tempe agree on campus camera access
The Tempe Union Governing Board has unanimously approved an agreement that will enable Tempe’s incoming Real Time Operations Center to tap into the district’s system of over 700 cameras during emergencies and under other limited circumstances. The board’s decision on June 25 followed a lengthy discussion in which...
Mobile nonprofit helps homeless people
“Showering our streets with love” is displayed on a mobile shower and laundry trailer that travels around Mesa and other parts of the Valley to provide services to those experiencing homelessness. A haircut, shower, laundry services, new clothes, hygiene products, and a home-cooked meal are all things that unsheltered...
Mesa, Arizona Officials Urge Residents to Maintain Natural Gas Meters for Safety and Efficiency
The city of Mesa, Arizona, recently issued a reminder about the importance of keeping your natural gas meter in good working order, ensuring not only the functionality but also the safety of this essential home utility. According to their official release, a few simple actions can prevent potential hazards. Homeowners...
ASU baseball pitcher Thomas Burns entered transfer portal, commits to Texas
The effect of the transfer portal in college sports has seen many athletes change from school to school and ASU baseball has lost one of its stars. Thank you for reading this post, don't forget to subscribe!. On X (formerly Twitter), former Arizona State pitcher Thomas Burns announced that he...
Top College Football Recruiting Classes in June: Arizona Leads with 15 Pledges
In June, Arizona leads the Big 12 with an impressive 15 commitments, significantly boosting their recruiting class. The Wildcats secured top talents, including four-star running back Wesley Yarbrough and standout offensive lineman Sione Tohi. Arizona leads the Big 12 with 15 commitments in June. West Virginia follows closely with 14...
Litchfield Park Removes City Hall as Election Drop-Box Site Ahead of Primary, Urges Voters to Stay Updated Online
In a sudden shift that may affect local voters, Litchfield Park has announced that City Hall will no longer serve as a drop-box location for the upcoming July 30, Primary Election, according to the City of Litchfield Park. This announcement, coming just shy of a month before the election, is expected to quickly reroute those who planned to utilize the site for their ballots.
Maricopa Voters to Decide on Prop 482, Enabling Sale of City-Owned Land for Development
As Maricopa residents find their mailboxes graced with a ballot for the upcoming special election on July 30, the city is abuzz with discussion about Proposition 482. This initiative, placed squarely on the ballot, seeks authorization from the community for the City of Maricopa to sell city-owned land parcels that currently lie dormant, awaiting potential development, as reported by the City of Maricopa.
Maricopa's APEX Motor Club Proposes Expansion, Public Input Sought at Upcoming Planning Meeting
The City of Maricopa is expected to accelerate its traction in the high-octane realm of motor sports with APEX Motor Club's latest development push. The burgeoning hub for automotive enthusiasts, APEX LANDCO LLC, has applied for a major Development Review Permit to add four new garage condominium buildings within its current footprint. The proposed expansion sits on the northwest corner where W. SR-238 meets N. Ralston Rd., a key part of Maricopa's incorporated territory.
Black Mothers Forum addresses PUSD board
Peoria High School Principal Landa Tartaglio has been under fire since the arrests of a district teacher and Peoria basketball coach Patrick Batillo on charges of sexual conduct with minors. On administrative leave pending an internal investigation, Tartaglio led community and advocacy groups to comment on the situation. One of...
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