News from July 2017


Bullhead City opens registration for fall softball league

Registration for the Bullhead City's Recreation Division Fall Softball League is open through 5 p.m. Aug. 28.

Glendale administrator appointed to third term on Tourism Advisory Council

Gov. Doug Ducey has tapped Glendale’s Convention and Visitors Bureau administrator Lorraine Zomok to serve another term on the state’s Tourism Advisory Council.

Seven Coconino County programs receive national recognition

Coconino County was recently honored by the National Association of Counties (NACo) with awards for seven county government programs and services.

Ducey appoints Yuma attorney to county Superior Court

Gov. Doug Ducey has tapped Yuma attorney Brandon Kinsey to be appointed to the Yuma County Superior Court.

City of Surprise seeking participants for Veterans Day parade

The city of Surprise is accepting entries for participation in this year’s Veterans Day parade.

Unison Bank unveils new Gilbert branch

Unison Bank recently opened a branch in Gilbert and will host a ribbon-cutting ceremony in September to celebrate the new branch.

Blood donors receive free Sunsplash Waterpark admission through Monday

Residents can make a difference for hospital patients as blood donors and receive a free pass to a local water park through Monday.

Registration deadline to vote in Yuma election quickly approaching

Yuma city officials urge residents to register to vote Yuma's Aug. 29 election; the registration deadline is Monday.

Nominate your favorite Casa Grande artist for a Bravo Award

The Casa Grande Arts & Humanities Commission is accepting nominations for the 2016 Bravo Award.

Trump promotes PING golf equipment during Made in America Day

President Donald Trump recently highlighted Arizona golf equipment company PING during a day he deemed Made in America Day to celebrate manufacturers in the United States.

Barrio Anita joins inaugural AZCCI team to enhance community creativity

The first AZ Creative Communities Institute (AZCCI), a one-year fellowship offering training and support for integrating creativity into community life, has chosen Tucson’s Barrio Anita and eight other Arizona localities as its participants.

Greater Phoenix Chamber shares importance of reviewing health care data to hold down costs

The Greater Phoenix Chamber of Commerce recently shared insights into the health care industry.

Glendale Chamber to host regulatory roundtable

The Glendale Chamber of Commerce will host its Regulatory Enforcement Fairness Roundtable at 1 p.m. Thursday during which business owners can discuss federal oversight challenges they are facing.

Governor appoints Eppich to Arizona Court of Appeals

Pinal County Superior Court Judge Karl Eppich was recently appointed to the Arizona Court of Appeals, Division Two following the retirement of Judge Joseph Howard.

$236,654 awarded to Pima County for homeless veterans

Pima County has been awarded a $236,654 grant from the Department of Labor to help veterans obtain stable employment.

Mesa Chamber to host open house, ribbon cuttings

The Mesa Chamber of Commerce along with two United Way groups and MyNewsMesa.com recently moved their headquarters to Mesa Community College's downtown campus.

ADOT redirects traffic for Loop 202 rock blasting

Phoenix-area motorists on Pecos Road and Desert Foothills Parkway can expect short-term traffic restrictions while nearby controlled rock blasting makes way for a new stretch of freeway.

Surprise Fiesta Grande seeks event vendors

The city of Surprise seeks booth applicants for its annual Fiesta Grande, which will feature food, music, dancing, a children's zone and car show.

Maricopa County justice program receives national awards

Maricopa County’s Smart Justice Initiative recently was honored by the National Association of Counties (NACo) for its system that links former inmates with career options to reduce recidivism and to empower them.

Back-to-school events provide free supplies for students

Tucson Electric Power (TEP) will host back-to-school events, including games.