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Ability360 Sports & Fitness Center offers state-of-the-art support of individuality for all
A life solely under the guidance of one’s self is an ability most have --- but many do not --- and the understanding of this truth of life is at the core of a Phoenix-based nonprofit mission … more
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Arizona approaching 700 cases of COVID-19, deaths at 13
Pima County has joined Maricopa County as the only two in Arizona reporting over 100 cases of COVID-19, as the state total nears 700. The Arizona Department of Health Services released new numbers … more
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In Arizona, activists say the fight for a complete count in the census is rooted in grassroots efforts because the state doesn’t provide the resources to ensure a proper tally.
Report: Maricopa County ranks No. 2 for potential census undercount
PHOENIX – A new report from the data firm Civis Analytics says Maricopa County is at risk of the second greatest undercount in the 2020 census – which could end in losses up to $13.2 … more
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Scottsdale Housing Agency wait list exceeds 6,000 families seeking affordable options
Thousands of Scottsdale families wait years to receive affordable housing vouchers, documents show, as City Council recently approved a bevy of authorizations to renew programs. On March 17, the … more
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Coronavirus cases in Arizona now over 500, with 8 deaths
The Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS) has updated the community transmission level of COVID-19 in Arizona to widespread. Widespread transmission indicates that cases have been confirmed in … more
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Phoenix metropolitan business community rattled, but not beaten by novel coronavirus
Business leaders report unprecedented measures, innovative ideas and a hyper-focus on the bottom line as the novel coronavirus --- COVID-19 --- wrecks havoc on all things commerce from corner to … more
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Jennifer Hipp works with her son as the kindergartner at All Saints’ Episcopal Day School learns from home as schools are closed due to the coronavirus.
Remote learning part of the new normal in Arizona, elsewhere
With most schools in Arizona closed through April 10 due to the coronavirus, not all students are off the hook when it comes to class time. Remote learning is becoming a part of the social … more
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Scottsdale City Council supports emergency proclamation, extends emergency declaration
Scottsdale’s elected leaders unanimously voted to continue the emergency proclamation declared by Mayor Jim Lane one week ago. The City Council called a special March 24 meeting pursuant to … more
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Scottsdale suspends trolley service starting March 25
Effective Wednesday, March 25, all trolley service will be suspended until further notice in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. For updates, visit ScottsdaleAZ.gov and search … more
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Stories of hope emerge as COVID-19 disrupts the day-to-day lives of all in Phoenix metropolitan
As many hunker-down to avoid the coronavirus within the comfort of a home, several thousand people across the Valley of the Sun do not have the same luxury. The homeless population --- who are at … more
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This screenshot captures the COVID-19 cases reported as of March 25 in Maricopa County, where the Board of Supervisors got an update on the ongoing public health crisis from Public Health Director Marcy Flanagan at this morning’s meeting of the panel in Phoenix. With 251 confirmed cases so far, county officials still don’t have enough personal protective gear or testing materials to adequately deal with the escalating situation, Ms. Flanagan said. [Courtesy of Maricopa County]
Director: Not enough supplies for virus response
More than a week after President Donald Trump declared a national state of emergency, Maricopa County officials and others across the country still don’t have enough personal protective … more
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Arizona surpasses 400 cases of COVID-19, including 6 deaths
The number of positive cases of the coronavirus in the state is at 401, according to the Arizona Department of Health Services. more
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Arizona Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care Center, 86 W Juniper Ave. in Gilbert, continues caring for pets while taking extra measures and precautions for patients and employees during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Veterinary workers continue pet care during pandemic
With different protocol is place, emergency pet facilities such as the Arizona Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care Center remain open during the COVID-19 pandemic more
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FILE - In this Aug. 13, 2019, file photo, a worker gets ready to pass out instructions on how to fill out the 2020 census during a town hall meeting in Lithonia, Ga. The U.S. Census Bureau on Wednesday, March 18, 2020, suspended field operations for two weeks, citing the health and safety of its workers and the U.S. public from the novel coronavirus. (AP Photo/John Amis, File)
Census mails out more notices, judge tosses lawsuit by group
ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — The U.S. Census Bureau has mailed out a second round of notices reminding people to participate in the , officials said Tuesday. The bureau also said it now has more than … more
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Five Arizonans have died from the coronavirus, officials say. Members of the public are taking precautions by wearing masks in public.
Arizona’s COVID-19 death toll jumps to 5
A reported five Arizona deaths have occurred due to COVID-19, numbers provided by Arizona Department of Health Services show. The level of community spread in Arizona has increased from … more
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Scottsdale moves forward with new employee medical premiums, dental care provisions
Scottsdale employees can rest assured current provisions and benefits will remain in place thanks to a recent approval of citywide medical plans and premiums with the municipality --- and its staff … more
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City Council inks 2 pivotal event contracts at WestWorld of Scottsdale
City officials have updated two contracts pertaining to events and services at WestWorld of Scottsdale as the rentable space continues to book and attract various happenings. In early March, … more
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Arizona Community Foundation establishes Arizona COVID-19 Community Response Fund
The Arizona Community Foundation announced it has established a community response fund to support Arizona nonprofit organizations as they assist in responding to the spread of COVID-19 across the … more
Arizona Initiative website lets people find help, provide support
Gov. Doug Ducey has launched the Arizona Together initiative to support residents during the COVID-19 outbreak. The website connects individuals and businesses to resources, raises money for … more
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Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey on March 23, 2020.
Gov. Ducey lays out essential services in Arizona
PHOENIX⁠ — Gov. Doug Ducey on Monday, March 23 issued an executive order clarifying businesses and operations deemed “essential” by the state and providing certainty to business … more
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