A new report released by the Arizona Office of Economic Opportunity is projecting strong job growth in the state over the next two years, with the largest gains happening in sectors hit hardest by the pandemic. “Arizona is a place where opportunities are plentiful and jobs are growing,” said … [Read more...] about Arizona To Add 325,000+ Jobs
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Ducey Issues Executive Order To Ensure Students Stay On Track
Governor Doug Ducey today signed an Executive Order directing the State Board of Education to study student assessment data and identify the learning loss that occurred during the pandemic so students and families can get the support they need. The issuance of the order followed the Governor’s … [Read more...] about Ducey Issues Executive Order To Ensure Students Stay On Track
Navajo Nation’s Major Disaster Declaration Approved
Following the support of Arizona Senators Kyrsten Sinema and Mark Kelly and Arizona Representatives Tom O’Halleran (AZ-01), Ann Kirkpatrick (AZ-02), Raúl Grijalva (AZ-03), Andy Biggs (AZ-05), David Schweikert (AZ-06), Ruben Gallego (AZ-07), Debbie Lesko (AZ-08), and Greg Stanton (AZ-09), the … [Read more...] about Navajo Nation’s Major Disaster Declaration Approved
Governor Ducey Announces Rental Assistance Program
Governor Doug Ducey today announced the Arizona Department of Economic Security will be launching a new Emergency Rental Assistance Program to provide financial assistance and housing stability. “We want to make sure renters in Arizona have the resources and support they need,” said Governor Ducey. … [Read more...] about Governor Ducey Announces Rental Assistance Program
ACF and Donors Distribute Record $183 Million in 2020 Grants, Scholarships, and Loans
The Arizona Community Foundation and its donors are pleased to announce grant, scholarship, and loan distributions for the calendar year. Between January 1 and December 31, 2020, a record total of $183,125,928 was awarded from funds of the Arizona Community Foundation and its six statewide … [Read more...] about ACF and Donors Distribute Record $183 Million in 2020 Grants, Scholarships, and Loans
Regional Residents Discuss Protecting Dark Skies
The value of the dark skies resource and what can be done to make sure the region’s exceptional dark skies aren’t diluted by light pollution were topics addressed by local leaders and national dark sky experts in two visioning sessions hosted by the Flagstaff Dark Skies Coalition (FDSC) via Zoom and … [Read more...] about Regional Residents Discuss Protecting Dark Skies
Warehouse of Dreams
It is hard to stop a good idea, even with obstacles such as months of coronavirus fears, a flagging economy and a wayward car in December that smashed into the corner of the warehouse that houses The Flagstaff Makerspace Coco-op on West Kaibab Lane. Opening in July of last year, the co-operative … [Read more...] about Warehouse of Dreams
Arizona Encouraging Families to Invest in Education with Tax Deductible Contributions
The State of Arizona is encouraging families to save for post-high school education expenses with tax-deductible donations. Arizona taxpayers can deposit into AZ529 educational savings plans set up for their children, grandchildren or friends and receive tax deductions. “My passion has been to … [Read more...] about Arizona Encouraging Families to Invest in Education with Tax Deductible Contributions
ADHS Opens New Appointments At State-Run Phoenix Municipal Stadium
The Arizona Department of Health Services is opening up registration for 21,000 more appointments for the COVID-19 vaccine starting tomorrow, Wednesday, Feb. 3 at 9 a.m. This is part of the state’s ongoing work to speed up the pace of vaccine distribution. These additional appointments will be … [Read more...] about ADHS Opens New Appointments At State-Run Phoenix Municipal Stadium
Vaccine Providing Hope Despite Slow Rollout
Three messages from healthcare professionals and Coconino County officials are loud and clear: the rollout of vaccines is providing great hope for getting COVID-19 under control; frustration exists with a lack of available doses; and, masking, social distancing and hand washing are all still very … [Read more...] about Vaccine Providing Hope Despite Slow Rollout