Daily coronavirus cases in Arizona fell by 75% by late August, possibly in correlation with stricter mitigation measures, per a new report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).The agency looked at Arizona’s daily virus cases and seven-day moving averages from Jan. 22 to Aug. 7 … [Read more...] about Fox News: Arizona’s Coronavirus Mitigation Measures May Be Behind 75% Drop In Daily Cases In August: CDC
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McSally Secures Protections for Tribes’ Affordable Housing Funding
U.S. Senator Martha McSally (R-AZ) announced today that tribes will not lose future Indian Housing Block Grant (IHBG) funding as a result of the CARES Act funding they received. Following a letter McSally sent last week to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), the Agency … [Read more...] about McSally Secures Protections for Tribes’ Affordable Housing Funding
Arizona To Receive More Than 2 Million Rapid COVID-19 Tests
Governor Doug Ducey today announced that Arizona will receive 2.19 million Abbott rapid point-of-care tests from the federal government. The tests can produce results within 15 minutes. Delivery is expected to take place with shipments beginning in the next seven to 10 days. The Arizona Department … [Read more...] about Arizona To Receive More Than 2 Million Rapid COVID-19 Tests
Historic ACC Vote recognizes Utility Obligation to Assist Tribes with “Just and Equitable Transition” when Closing Coal Plants
It happened quietly and without a lengthy debate, but the Arizona Corporation Commission’s vote on Sept. 23 to approve a seemingly minor docket item on energy efficiency marked a historic moment, and the commissioners who approved it should be applauded for taking the first steps toward rectifying a … [Read more...] about Historic ACC Vote recognizes Utility Obligation to Assist Tribes with “Just and Equitable Transition” when Closing Coal Plants
Sinema Highlights the Importance of Arizona Universities to NASA’s Continued Research and Innovation
Arizona senior Senator Kyrsten Sinema spoke today in a Senate Commerce Committee hearing and highlighted the important partnerships between Arizona State University, University of Arizona, and Northern Arizona University and NASA for continued space research and innovation. “NASA partnerships … [Read more...] about Sinema Highlights the Importance of Arizona Universities to NASA’s Continued Research and Innovation
Navajo-Owned CPA Firm Named New Mexico ‘Diversity Honoree’
Last week, Albuquerque Business First media announced several outstanding individuals and organizations making an impact in New Mexico. On Nov. 5, these “Diversity Honorees” will be awarded at the 2020 Diverse Business Leader Virtual Awards for bolstering diversity and equality across age, … [Read more...] about Navajo-Owned CPA Firm Named New Mexico ‘Diversity Honoree’
Riding the Rails with Roger
Some things are the same, such as the dramatic canyon views as the train follows the winding Verde River, but there are new and exciting additions to the magical 20-mile journey from Clarkdale to Perkinsville and back on the historic Verde Canyon Railroad (VCRR). Traveling on tracks carved out of … [Read more...] about Riding the Rails with Roger
Looking for a Win
Football fans – are you ready to rock and roar? Fast-paced, action-packed arena football is on the horizon and is coming to Prescott Valley’s Findlay Toyota Center. In March 2021, the new indoor football franchise will kick off its inaugural season as the state’s third team in the Indoor … [Read more...] about Looking for a Win
Enlisting a Mentor in Uncertain Times
One of the big challenges with COVID-19 is there’s no playbook for how to operate a business during a pandemic. “It’s being written in real time,” said entrepreneur and author Mark Timm. “We need mentors more than ever in our life.” Kevin Harrington, one of the original sharks on the television … [Read more...] about Enlisting a Mentor in Uncertain Times
County Health Director Recognized for Outstanding Achievement
Leslie Horton, an 18-year Yavapai County employee, was selected as the “Outstanding Achievement in Rural Women’s Health” recipient by the Arizona Rural Women’s Health Initiative. In a written statement, the statewide organization said, “Leslie was selected based on her leadership and cooperative … [Read more...] about County Health Director Recognized for Outstanding Achievement
