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Literacy Connects, Bookmans partner for back-to-school book drive

Three Tucson Bookmans locations are accepting new or gently used books for children in kindergarten through fifth grade through Aug. 31, with a special celebration on Aug. 26.

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.

Economic freedom central to ASU think tank's research

Economic freedom is the central theme in research carried out by an Arizona center headquartered within the state university.

Adidas, ASU team up to shape future of sports

Adidas North America and Arizona State University (ASU) recently partnered to form the Adidas and Arizona State University Global Sport Alliance and boost residents’ enthusiasm for sports.

Franks subcommittee to examine 'ethical responsibilities' of plaintiff lawyer Rx ads

A U.S. House subcommittee on which Arizona Congressman Trent Franks (R-8) serves will hold a hearing tomorrow regarding the impact and oversight of plaintiff lawyer television ads that pitch lawsuits against makers of prescription drugs.

Arizona ranks 32nd in revenue generated by college athletics

Arizona ranks 32nd across the country for revenue from college athletics, according to data obtained from the U.S. Department of Education.

Pima County hires new director of attractions and tourism

Pima County recently hired Diane Frisch as the director of attractions and tourism.

New WIC delivery adjustments benefit families, retailers

Arizona WIC families and retailers will see improvements in convenience, accuracy and speed when the program integrates electronic benefits transfer into its existing Health and Nutrition Delivery System (HANDS).

Coal Miners, Elected Officials Rally in Support of Navajo Power Plant

More than 100 policymakers, business leaders and coal miners gathered in support of keeping the Navajo Generating Station (NGS) operating decades into the future at a rally held in conjunction with a U.S. Department of the Interior (DOI) listening session Monday.

Individual deals rarely a recipe for success, study concludes

Subsidies to individual companies are rarely a recipe for economic success, a new study commissioned by a Phoenix-based think tank concludes.

Almark to build new facility in Yuma

Food manufacturer Almark Foods is planning to build a 120,000-square-foot, $27.5 million facility on 17 acres in Yuma, slated to open next year.

Mesa narrows police chief post to four finalists

The field for filling the position of chief of police has been narrowed down to four finalists.

Arizona steps up to protect student privacy

In signing legislation that protects students' personal information, Gov. Doug Ducey added Arizona to a list of more than 38 other states that have passed similar privacy laws.

Southwest’s energy and economic future depends on resolution to Navajo Generating Station debate

The nation’s energy outlook has evolved rapidly over the course of the last decade. The United States has emerged as one of the world’s leading producers of natural gas, leading to a glut of supply that has – for now – pressed its price downward.

Arizona's Schweikert hailed for 'firm' anti-Obamacare stance

An Arizona congressman is being hailed in a new ad campaign as one of a dozen congressmen who opposed the Affordable Care Act.

Republicans consider adding Schweikert-backed reinsurance program to health care plan

As Congress remains in recess, some experts are weighing in on a proposed amendment to the American Health Care Act — the Republican health care replacement plan.Two members of the Freedom Caucus, including Arizona Congressman David Schweikert (R-6), want to re-establish a reinsurance — or risk sharing — program, similar to one previously in place under the Affordable Care Act, also called Obamacare.

Arizona Free Enterprise Club sticks to its founding principles

Founded 12 years ago to seal a perceived gap in the state's political landscape, the Arizona Free Enterprise Club continues to advocate for free market principles among lawmakers, according to its executive director.

Study finds major benefits to keeping Navajo Generating Station operational

The latest news out of the battle over the Navajo Generating Station (NGS) gives the coal plant an edge that could keep it in operation beyond 2019, according to a study presented at the Arizona Corporation Commission meeting on Thursday.

Tucson Metro Chamber president retiring

Calling it the “most difficult decision ever,” Tuscon Metro Chamber President and CEO, Michael V. Varney announced his retirement via a resignation letter dated March 23.