Saudi-owned Fondomonte can’t drill 2 new wells in Arizona, state says
A private company farming alfalfa in Arizona’s Butler Valley has been unable to drill two additional wells on state land there, a political flashpoint in drought-hit Arizona. and may reduce the use of groundwater. Democratic Arizona Attorney General Chris Mays said Friday that the drilling permit for the Saudi-owned company Fondmonte had been revoked, after […]
Arizona veterinary schools hope to boost vet shortfall
Coco the dog is examined by Dr. Hillary Helendeen (left) and veterinary student Emily Napoles in St. Vincent de Paul on April 6, 2023. (Photo by Izabella Hernandez/Cronkite News) Midwestern University’s Animal Health Institute Mobile Clinic enables doctors and students to move around the community to help animal and pet owners. Photo taken at Midwestern […]
$180K of Narcan will ‘blanket’ Pima County to stem overdoses from ‘ubiquitous’ fentanyl
The Pima County Board of Supervisors plans to spend $180,000 from a multi-million dollar settlement with a drug maker to buy and distribute Narcan, in an otherwise fatal opioid overdose. It “masks” the area with a drug that can be reversed. The move, which was approved earlier this month, said Pima officials were working to […]
I-17 pavement improvement project starts again south of Flagstaff
Flagstaff – After a winter weather hiatus, a project to resurface and other improvements along southbound Interstate 17 south of Flagstaff resumed today (April 24) Lane restriction has started. According to the Arizona Department of Transportation, pavement improvement work is underway over the next few months, so drivers should expect lane restrictions in some areas. […]
New study: Stop drinking sugary drinks in Phoenix. Doctor Explains | State
diabetes health Big picture: Dr. Puja Upal “In managing diabetes, small steps today can have big benefits tomorrow.” In the news: New research shows beverage choice can have a significant impact on overall management and treatment of diabetes. Key Point: The study shows that “it is best for people with type 2 diabetes to reduce […]
Arizona Capitol Times to challenge restraining order obtained by Sen. Wendy Rogers
The Arizona Capitol Times plans to challenge a restraining order obtained against one of its reporters by Republican Senator Wendy Rogers. Last week, Rogers obtained an injunction for harassment of Camryn Sanchez. I was investigating whether Rogers lived in a legislative district in northern Arizona. The order prevented Sanchez from contacting Rogers at home. Rogers […]
New study: Stop drinking sugary drinks in Lake Havasu City. Doctor Explains | State
diabetes health Big picture: Dr. Puja Upal “In managing diabetes, small steps today can have big benefits tomorrow.” In the news: New research shows beverage choice can have a significant impact on overall management and treatment of diabetes. Key Point: The study shows that “it is best for people with type 2 diabetes to reduce […]
Yuma Agricultural Center testing wastewater for Candida auris
So far, there have been no positive cases in Yuma County. YUMA, Arizona (KECY, KYMA) – The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is concerned that the fungus is spreading across the United States. It’s called Candida auris and can be deadly, especially for people with health problems. So far, there have been no […]
Petersen: state’s Medicaid program won’t have funds to pay bills unless budget deal reached soon
Senate Speaker Warren Petersen told Capitol Media Service that Arizona’s Medicaid program will pass legislation next month unless Gov. Katie Hobbs and lawmakers reach an agreement on at least some elements of the budget. Said he didn’t have the money to pay. The state’s Medicaid program won’t have the money to pay its bills next […]
Arizona: “Cochise County ready to hire elections director who spread false claims of 2020 election rigging”
vote: Cochise County is close to hiring an election administrator who has repeatedly shared false allegations on Facebook about widespread election fraud, including claims that the 2020 presidential election was rigged against former President Donald Trump. I’m here. Bob Bartelsmeyer, the current La Paz County election administrator, was selected by Cochise County Recorder David Stevens. […]
