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Tucson's Medler appointed to Institute for Organization Management post

The Institute for Organization Management recently appointed Tucson Metro Chamber’s Vice President of Government Affairs Robert Medler as vice chair of the Winter Board of Regents.

Surprise Stadium is ranked top spring training spot in Arizona

The Surprise Stadium has been ranked the No. 1 Spring Training Stadium in the state by USA Today and leads both Arizona and Florida's 23 spring training facilities for facility and fan experience.

City of Goodyear recognizes its citizen of the year

Patrick McDermott, community relations manager for Arizona Public Service and the Cleveland Indians, has been named the City of Goodyear's Citizen of the Year and Corporate Citizen of the Year.

Babe Ruth League opens registration

The West Valley Babe Ruth Baseball League in the City of Surprise has opened registration through March 23.

Say goodbye to your Sam’s Club? Arizona has 4 stores on the list

Walmart will close Sam’s Club stores in Casa Grande and other locations, the company announced.

Goldwater Institute study shows minimum wage hikes cause unintended costs and consequences

A more in depth debate and economic analysis of the potential unintended and unseen consequences of raising the minimum wage must be held before any further push is made for change, one economist who studied the impact on one vital state service argues.

Cochise County receives Victim Witness Program grant

The Cochise County Attorney’s Office has received a $318,643 grant from the Arizona Department of Public Safety to continue its Victim Witness Program for three fiscal years.

Financial services growth brings high-paying jobs to state

Under Gov. Doug Ducey, there has been growth in Arizona’s business and financial services sector, which employs 4 percent of the state’s workforce.

Free flu shots offered at Coconino County health clinic

In response to influenza rates, the Coconino County Public Health Services District is offering free seasonal flu shots at it clinic in Flagstaff while supplies last.

Tucson Metro Chamber names Smith to top leadership role

Amber Smith has assumed her duties as president and CEO of The Tucson Metro Chamber Board of Directors.

Goodyear offers city manager post to Arendall

Julie Arendall has been selected to be Goodyear’s next city manager, effective Feb. 20.

Pima County teams with United Way to offer tax assistance

United Way is offering free tax-preparation assistance in Pima County as part of the Voluntary Income Tax Assistance program.

Tucson police chief won't join feds in cracking down on immigration enforcement

Chris Magnus, Tucson's chief of police, has joined dozens of current and former prosecutors and law enforcement officials in the fight against moves by the federal government to entangle them in cracking down on illegal immigrants.

6 Toys R Us stores set to close in Arizona

Toys R Us will begin going-out-of-business sales in February at six stores in Arizona slated to close in April.

Tale of Two Cities festival evolves to CulturePOP Block Party

The cities of Avondale and Goodyear and Estrella Mountain Community College are hosting the CulturePOP Block Party for the sixth year.

Marana officer receives Unsung Heroes Award

Marana Police Department Officer Erin Ysaguirre has become the first woman police officer to be honored by the Southern Arizona Law Enforcement Foundation with its Unsung Heroes Award.

First phase of Pima Animal Care Center renovations complete

Pima County officials recently marked the completion of first phase of the new Pima Animal Care Center, which the county says was completed ahead of schedule and under budget.

Surprise offers interactive Court Exploring Program for high schoolers

The City of Surprise is now accepting applications for its Court Exploring Program that gives high school students a chance to learn about and participate in Arizona's court system.

City employees help over 50 Goodyear families and children this holiday

City of Goodyear employees and volunteers collected, sorted and wrapped over 1,000 Christmas gifts to give to more than 50 Goodyear families in need, including 150 families with children.

CORRECTION: Developers aim to attract students to renovated apartments near Grand Canyon University

Calib​er and it subsidiaries have embarked on a renovation project that will transform a nearly 45-year-old off-campus apartment community near Grand Canyon University into a gated community with resort-style amenities.