Opioid mitigation efforts underway in Pima County
The Pima County Board of Supervisors approved the allocation of $180,000 in settlement funds for opioid mitigation efforts at a board meeting Tuesday. The allocated funds will enable the immediate purchase and distribution of Narcan, the brand name of naloxone, a drug used to control opioid overdose. Funding comes from the One Arizona Agreement, a […]
After 5 Years And $34B In Investments, It’s Still Unclear If OZ Program Is Living Up To Its Promises
In the five years since the Opportunity Zones program was launched, thousands of investors have poured $34 billion into projects in zones across the country, proving the program’s appeal as an investment vehicle. However, the program was set up in 2017 because there is little data on how exactly the funds are spent and whether […]
Bureau of Reclamation offers $10 million loan to North Unit Irrigation District to replace old fish screens
MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — The U.S. Department of the Interior on Wednesday announced a $585 million investment in repairs to water systems across the West. This includes making available her $10 million loan to the North Unit Irrigation District for the replacement of fish screens on the main canal. on the bend. All four of […]
Arizona Supreme Court rejects bid to reschedule execution | Arizona
PHOENIX (AP) — The Arizona Supreme Court on Wednesday denied rescheduling an originally scheduled execution this week. seemed unlikely to be executed After Gov. Katie Hobbs’ office said the state was not ready to carry out the death penalty. A court has rejected a May 1 execution date for inmate Aaron Ganches, who was convicted […]
Is a Borrelli-Johnson election battle for a Mohave County supervisor seat shaping up for 2024? | Local News Stories
Buster Johnson and Sonny Borelli are on a collision course that could put them at odds in the August 2024 Republican primary. Borrelli cannot seek re-election to the 30th state Senate seat because of Arizona’s term limit. The Senate Majority Leader confirmed Tuesday that he will form a commission of inquiry to evaluate the potential […]
Here’s every emergency call that Yuma Fire answered this week, 324 | Yuma
The Yuma Fire Department responded to 324 emergency calls. 11 fire reactions involving items left hot in floor vents. Remember to store anything that can catch fire away from heat sources. Eight Mutual Aid correspondences to assist neighboring agencies, including Imperial County Fire on the 5-acre brushfire. 20 special mission and public assistance responses, including […]
What’s the cost of gas in Arizona? Prices up average of 62 cents
Gasoline prices in Arizona have risen steadily since last March, averaging 62.5 cents per regular gallon last month. According to AAAAnd prices are likely to continue to climb as drivers head into summer. The average price of a gallon of regular gasoline in Arizona reached $4.29 on Monday. That’s lower than at the same time […]
Noemi Elizalde champions spaces, resources for survivors of abuse in Santa Cruz County | Shining Stars of Santa Cruz County
About ten years ago, Noemi Elizalde needed a job. At the time, the young mother of two had just graduated from the University of Arizona. She was interested in nursing and public policy. she wanted to help people Hours after her interview with the Mariposa Community Health Center, Elizalde was hired as a patient advocate. […]
Can bad sleep lead to more asthma in Prescott Valley? Doctor Explains. | State
lung health Big picture: Dr. Puja Upal “With proper medication and trigger management, asthma can be managed very well.” In the news: New research shows improving sleep patterns and practicing better sleep health probably It prevents the development of asthma in some people. Key Point: This study is not yet available. The study was conducted […]
Can bad sleep lead to more asthma in Lake Havasu City? Doctor Explains. | State
lung health Big picture: Dr. Puja Upal “With proper medication and trigger management, asthma can be managed very well.” In the news: New research shows improving sleep patterns and practicing better sleep health probably It prevents the development of asthma in some people. Key Point: This study is not yet available. The study was conducted […]
