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Delta Dental of Arizona contributed more $2 million in 2023
This summer, the Delta Dental Institute released its 2023 Community Impact Report highlighting the philanthropic investments that Delta Dental made last year to support the oral and overall health of communities across the country. According to the report, Delta Dental of Arizona, which is headquartered in Scottsdale, contributed $2.1 million, positively impacting 252,094 people.
Arizona Projects 07-19-24
1. The Arizona Department of Transportation’s $70M Loop 303 Interchange project has received an award in the “Quality of Life/Community Development, Medium Project” category in a national competition among state departments of transportation. The competition was sponsored by AASHTO and was presented at the annual WASHTO meeting.
7 Arrested in Arizona on Hospice, Behavioral Health Fraud Charges
Seven individuals in Arizona face federal charges for their alleged roles in defrauding Medicare out of hundreds of millions of dollars in total. The charges for the most part stem from submitting Medicare claims for patients who were not eligible for hospice care, as well as fraud related to behavioral health services. The arrests were the result of a two-week nationwide federal law enforcement action that resulted in criminal charges for 193 individuals for a total of more than $2.75 billion in alleged false claims, as well as opioid abuse schemes.
Top Arizona Republican lawmakers still fighting to sue over Grand Canyon monument
PHOENIX — The top Republican lawmakers contend they’re entitled to sue President Biden for acting illegally in creating a new national monument in Arizona. Ditto officials from
In Arizona, a court ruling narrows the path for registering to vote without proof of citizenship
Votebeat is a nonprofit news organization reporting on voting access and election administration across the U.S. Sign up for Votebeat Arizona’s free newsletter here.Arizona residents who try to register to vote with the widely used state form will have their registration rejected unless they provide proof of U.S. citizenship, under a temporary ruling Thursday from a federal appeals court.Previously, residents without citizenship documents would have been allowed to use the state form, which almost all Arizonans use, to get registered, but they could vote only in federal elections — for U.S. House, Senate and president. That’s because Arizona law requires...
Sedona Sets Public Hearing for Wastewater Rate Increase
As part of an effort to make wastewater rates commensurate with expenses to provide this service for residents, City Council will determine if increasing the wastewater rate for residential and commercial customers by 3.6% is appropriate at a public hearing as part of the regular city council meeting at City Hall on August 13, 2024, at 4:30 p.m.
Saguaro HS LHP Cam Caminiti signs with Atlanta Braves for $3.5 million
Scottsdale Saguaro left-hander Cam Caminiti's meteoric baseball rise took another major step Friday. Caminiti signed for the full slot value of the No. 24 overall pick at $3,556,300 by the Atlanta Braves, according to MLB's Jim Callis. Dominic Caminiti, Cam's father, confirmed with The Republic that his son signed Friday...
Scottsdale Arts announces 2024 Canal Convergence details
Canal Convergence, the annual festival produced by Scottsdale Arts, will be held Nov. 8 to 17 at the Scottsdale Waterfront. The free, 10-night event features large-scale public artworks created by artists from around the world alongside live music and dance performances, creative workshops, educational tours and activities, food trucks, a mini film festival and a beer and wine garden.
Jarrod’s Coffee, Tea & Gallery finds new location in Mesa
Jarrod’s Coffee, Tea & Gallery has moved. The eclectic East Valley artist hangout and eatery was a fixture within the downtown Mesa community for many years. Prior to the cafe’s recent relocation, Jarrod’s Coffee, Tea & Gallery at 154 W. Main St. had been open since 2013.
Hall visits SPL to discuss the Lowell Observatory’s future
Lowell Observatory Executive Director Jeffrey Hall visited the Sedona Public Library on Wednesday, June 26, to discuss the Saturday, Nov. 16, grand opening of Lowell’s $53 million Kemper and Ethel Marley Foundation Astronomy Discovery Center. Hall also discussed the design principles behind crafting an immersive science experience, the connection...
Tyler Goodman Announces Departure from the City of Prescott
Deputy City Manager Tyler Goodman informed the leadership team last week that he has accepted the position of Assistant County Manager for Yavapai County, effective July 26, 2024. The City has posted an opening for Deputy City Manager, following Goodman’s announcement. “Tyler has been a fantastic leader in our...
Summer Heat Stroke Warning: Most Dangerous U.S. Cities For Seniors Revealed
NEW YORK — Heat stroke is no joke. As the summer months get hotter and hotter, many people are looking for the best places to cool off. However, many Americans are stuck in broiling temperatures all season. That’s especially true for seniors — who are also among the most vulnerable to heat stroke. For those looking to avoid the dangers of sweltering heat, a new study is revealing the most dangerous places for older adults this summer.
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