News from 2018


City of Casa Grande to begin search for new city judge

The City of Casa Grande will be selecting a new city judge to fill a vacancy left open by the appointment of Judge Christopher O'Neil to the Pinal County Superior Court bench.

Williams & Associates taps Tucson's Janoff for sales force

Local businesswoman and 30-year veteran of the promotional products industry Kola Janoff recently joined the Williams & Associates sales force.

Scottsdale mayor to hold State of the City address

Scottsdale Mayor W.J. "Jim" Lane will hold the State of the City address on Jan. 31, followed by a reception and luncheon which will help raise funds for the city's Operation Fix It program.

Mayor among those paying respects to council member Hayden

The City of Surprise recently noted the passing of long-time West Valley resident, U.S.veteran and District 2 Council member Jim Hayden.

Fox captured near Oak Creek Canyon tests positive for rabies

A fox that recently attacked a resident in Oak Creek Canyon near Sedona has tested positive for rabies by the Arizona Department of Health Services.

Pima supervisors approve bonds for Tucson road work

The Pima County Board of Supervisors has approved the distribution of $12 million in bonds -- part of the remaining voter-approved 1997 HURF Revenue Bond plan -- for roadway capacity increase projects on three Tucson roadways.

Arizona Department of Health Services launches 'eWIC' system

The Arizona Department of Health Services has launched its new "eWIC" system and transitioning from paper checks to cards for families in the Women, Infants and Children program.

Cochise County OKs tiny home construction, assisted living center expansion

The Cochise County Planning & Zoning Commission made two business request approvals during its recent meeting, giving the go ahead for the construction of tiny homes and for the expansion of Golden Oaks Canyon Assisted Living in Sierra Vista.

Marana implements Public Art Policy plan

The Town of Marana recently hosted a citizens' forum regarding a new public art policy development plan focused on boosting the area's beauty, tourism and economy.

Scottsdale honors 36 for their commitment to community

Thirty-six Scottsdale employees were recently honored for their commitment to helping the community including mentoring at-risk youth, helping to combat opioid overdoses, and going above and beyond job duties to help others.

Mesa official reappointed to National League of Cities post

Mesa District 6 Council member Kevin Thompson has been appointed for a third term on the Community and Economic Development Federal Advocacy Committee, which is part of one of the nation's largest organizations dedicated to advocacy for strengthening cities, towns and villages.

FAA approves light on communications tower near Fort Huachuca

The placing of a Federal Aviation Administration-approved light on a proposed 70-foot communications tower near Fort Huachuca has resolved air traffic safety concerns over the tower, allowing Huachuca City residents to keep their cell and internet services.

Maricopa supervisors approve consolidation of animal shelter services

The Maricopa County Board of Supervisors recently approved $1.8 million in funding to help consolidate its animal shelter services and pave the way for those services to be moved into a larger, renovated, central location to better serve residents.

Surprise seeks applicants for Community Development Block Grant program

The City of Surprise is seeking qualified nonprofits to provide public service needs as part of the city's Community Development Block Grant program.

Arizona DOT adopts new intersection designs in Tucson area

A new single set of traffic signals on Interstate 19 and State Route 86 (Ajo Way) designed to move traffic more quickly through the intersection, will be up and running this month.

Health sciences students build ramp for Mesa resident

Students at A.T. Still University's Arizona School of Health Sciences recently partnered with the Rebuilding Together Valley of the Sun to build an accessibility ramp at the home of a Mesa resident with a chronic pulmonary disease.

CPA Jones named to Mesa Board of Adjustment

Mesa CPA Christopher Jones has been appointed to the City of Mesa Board of Adjustment.

Pima County supervisors approve 2-year road repair plan

The Pima County Board of Supervisors has approved a two-year road repair plan that includes the repair of over 429 miles of roadway in 518 neighborhoods across several unincorporated areas.

Buckeye's new 'Waste Wizard' website posts more than 1,000 hits

The City of Buckeye recently launched a new web application that quickly had over 1,000 hits and notifications from residents regarding trash and recycling services.

Task force recommends honors for former city director

City of Surprise Task Force Explores Options To Honor Memory of Former City Director