News from December 2016
Corporation Commission Chairman Little nominated for utility Policymaker of the Year award
By Kathy Adams | Dec 4, 2016
Arizona Corporation Commission Chairman Doug Little is one of five state regulators nominated for Utility Dive's Policymaker of the Year award.
Tempe Swimming with Santa event scheduled for Dec. 26
By Kathy Adams | Dec 4, 2016
The 11th annual Swimming with Santa event will be held the day after Christmas at the Kiwanis Recreation Center in Tempe.
Tucson Electric Power employees raise money for charities in El Tour de Tucson biking event
By Kathy Adams | Dec 4, 2016
Approximately 30 employees from Tucson Electric Power (TEP) support charities every year by participating in the El Tour de Tucson bicycling event.
Tempe seeking nominees for annual MLK Diversity Awards
By Kathy Adams | Dec 1, 2016
The city of Tempe is seeking nominations for its annual City of Tempe MLK Diversity Awards, which highlight those in the community that are beacons for equality.
Banner Alzheimer's Institute's efforts highlighted on '60 Minutes'
By Kathy Adams | Dec 1, 2016
Efforts by Phoenix-based Banner Alzheimer’s Institute (BAI) to create a new era of Alzheimer’s prevention were recently featured on the CBS show "60 Minutes."
Tempe, Valley Metro holding a meet and greet with streetcar route artists
By Kathy Adams | Dec 1, 2016
The city of Tempe and Valley Metro are offering an opportunity to meet the artists chosen to create art for Tempe Streetcar, the Valley’s first modern streetcar, at a gathering from 6-7:30 p.m. Dec. 5 at the Tempe Transportation Center in the Don Cassano Room, 200 E. 5th St. in Tempe.
Tempe Business Forum to feature discussion about city's business climate
By Kathy Adams | Dec 1, 2016
The city of Tempe's Economic Development staff, city council members and members of the local business community invite everyone to take part in a conversation about making Tempe an even better place to do business on Dec. 6.
Arizona's sole pro soccer team changes name to Phoenix Rising Football Club
By Kathy Adams | Dec 1, 2016
Arizona's only professional soccer franchise, Arizona United Soccer Club, has changed its name to Phoenix Rising Football Club.
Family Fun Factory returns to Tempe
By Kathy Adams | Dec 1, 2016
Tempe’s annual Family Fun Factory takes place Friday at the Tempe Community Complex, 3500 S. Rural Road, at the corner of Rural Road and Southern Avenue. This free event is for all ages and is open from 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.