News from August 2018


OFFICE OF THE ARIZONA GOVERNOR DOUG DUCEY: Arizona Establishes Arizona Medal Of Valor

Governor Doug Ducey issued an executive order creating the Arizona Medal of Valor, an award that will recognize and honor the public safety officers and first responders who put their lives on the line to protect the safety of Arizonans.

Which U.S. schools receive the least state student aid?

Brown Mackie College-Indianapolis was among U.S. schools that reported receiving the least state financial aid during the 2017-18 academic year, according to a Higher Education Tribune analysis of federal data.

Which U.S. schools receive the least state student aid?

Brown Mackie College-Phoenix, Argosy University-Phoenix Online Division and Brown Mackie College-Tucson were among U.S. schools that reported receiving the least state financial aid during the 2017-18 academic year, according to a Higher Education Tribune

Which U.S. schools receive the most state student aid?

Indiana University-Bloomington, Indiana University-Purdue University-Indianapolis and Indiana State University were among U.S. schools that reported receiving the most state financial aid during the 2017-18 academic year, according to a Higher Education T

University of Arizona tops in Arizona for women's athletic student aid

University of Arizona spends $23,962 per player on student aid for its women’s team athletes – the highest rate among Arizona colleges, according to an Higher Education Tribune analysis of U.S. Department of Education data.

Farmers for Free Trade launches national anti-tariff campaign

Farmers for Free Trade has launched a new campaign titled, "Tariffs Hurt the Heartland," in an attempt to explain why tariffs are harming farmers, factory workers and the consumers who are paying the true cost of tariffs.

These schools have the worst 'on time' graduation rates in the U.S.

Martin University, University of Phoenix-Indiana and Saint Elizabeth School of Nursing have some of the lowest 'on time' graduation rates in the U.S., according to a Higher Education Tribune analysis of federal data.

These schools have the worst 'on time' graduation rates in the U.S.

Argosy University-Phoenix Online Division, Rio Salado College and Northland Pioneer College have some of the lowest 'on time' graduation rates in the U.S., according to a Higher Education Tribune analysis of federal data.

TOWN OF MARANA: Wastewater treatment plant will allow Marana to grow in future

With Marana being one of the fastest-growing communities in the state and north Marana seeing most of the future development, it was vital that we expanded the facility.

CITY OF MARICOPA: Apply Today - Fall 2018 Maricopa Citizen Leadership Academy

Applications are currently being accepted for the Fall 2018 Maricopa Citizen Leadership Academy (MCLA.)

MESA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: Garden Pool celebrates non-profit growth and unveils storefront in Mesa

Garden Pool (GP), an international NGO, celebrated the grand opening of the Garden Pool storefront and Farmer's Corner on July 30 in the El Rancho Del Sol complex, 659 E. Main St.-- a first-of-its-kind market which provides materials for local patrons to build and maintain their own at-home gardens.

CITY OF MESA: Mesa Hydration Donation Campaign needs donations of water

Thanks to the generosity of the community, the Mesa Hydration Donation Campaign has collected thousands of bottles of water to help people in need, including the homeless and unsheltered during the hot summer months.

CITY OF GOODYEAR: Spring training continues to draw big fans and big dollars

New report suggests annual spring training season contributes approximately $373 million to Arizona's gross domestic product.

CITY OF AVONDALE: Avondale to offer free CPR and Drowning Prevention Awareness Course

Avondale Fire & Medical Department, in partnership with the Drowning Prevention Coalition of Arizona (DPCA) and SRP, will recognize Drowning Impact Awareness Month in August.

TUCSON METRO CHAMBER: Rio Nuevo Grants Extension to 75 E. Broadway, Continues Progress on Hilton Hotel at TCC

The Rio Nuevo Board on Tuesday approved an extension to the developer of 75 E. Broadway to complete environmental and archaeological review of the site.

COCHISE COUNTY: Introduces same-day vital records service

Residents who need vital record certificates will now be offered same-day services by Cochise County.

COCHISE COUNTY LIBRARY DISTRICT: Cochise County branch library closing for remodel

Sunsites Community Library will close for three weeks in August to allow for renovation work.

OFFICE OF THE ARIZONA GOVERNOR DOUG DUCEY: Governor Ducey Honors State Trooper Tyler Edenhofer

Governor Ducey delivered the following remarks at a candle light vigil honoring the life of State Trooper Tyler Edenhofer on July 30, 2018 at the Fallen Officer Memorial at the Wesley Bolin Plaza.

These schools have the top 'on time' graduation rates in the U.S.

Alexandria School of Scientific Therapeutics, The Salon Professional Academy-Evansville and Mid-America College of Funeral Service have some of the best 'on time' graduation rates in the U.S., according to a Higher Education Tribune analysis of federal data.

These schools have the top 'on time' graduation rates in the U.S.

Chamberlain University-Arizona, Kor Beauty Academy and Arizona School of Integrative Studies have some of the best 'on time' graduation rates in the U.S., according to a Higher Education Tribune analysis of federal data.