Maricopa County showcases its readiness initiatives.
September: National Preparation Month As September arrives, it signals the close of the monsoon season and prompts us to reflect on National Preparation Month. It’s a good reminder to stay alert, plan ahead, and safeguard the essentials in case of emergencies. In Maricopa County, emergency management teams work year-round in collaboration with various agencies to […]
Maricopa voters with disabilities value the support they receive but believe there is still room for progress.
Phoenix Voter Education Workshop Highlights Accessibility Challenges Phoenix – At a recent event, Sami McGinnis navigated a conference room and approached a voting machine designed for accessibility, featuring a large screen, headphones, and a brightly colored button. She aimed to familiarize herself with the voting process, but found it incredibly frustrating. Wearing headphones, McGinnis struggled […]
Challenges of affordable housing and creative solutions in Maricopa County
Increasing Affordable Housing Challenges in Maricopa County In Maricopa County, property owners often begin new developments by hiring reliable professionals, like a general contractor who manages the essential aspects of building. Yet, despite having skilled teams, many Arizona families still struggle to find affordable housing. With soaring demand, rising costs, and numerous zoning issues, it […]
Deputies from MCSO involved in shooting in the West Valley
Shooting Incident in Waddell Community On Wednesday, a shooting was reported in the Waddell Community, with no injuries to law enforcement personnel. In Maricopa County, Arizona, an individual was hospitalized following an encounter with deputies from the Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office in the West Valley area. The Sheriff’s Office indicated that deputies responded to the […]
Woman taken into custody for reportedly threatening a Maricopa County animal shelter
Incident at Maricopa County Animal Care and Control Maricopa County, Arizona. – A woman has been arrested following allegations that she threatened to tie down an employee and set them on fire at the Maricopa County Animal Care and Control (MCACC). So, here’s what happened: Katie Michelle Dixon, a 37-year-old from Vancouver, Washington, turned herself […]
Voters in Maricopa County will choose whether to approve a $900 million bond for health improvements.
Maricopa County Voters to Decide on $900 Million Health Bonds Phoenix – In November, voters in Maricopa County will weigh in on a proposed bond of roughly $900 million aimed at enhancing and expanding services at Valleywise Health, the sole public teaching hospital and safety net health system in the county. If the bond, known […]
Proposition 409 would allow for a bond of $898 million for the public health system in Maricopa County.
Maricopa County’s Bond Initiative for Healthcare Expansion A voting initiative set for November aims to enhance emergency and behavioral healthcare services at Maricopa County’s only public teaching hospital and safety net healthcare system. The Proposal 409 seeks to allocate $898 million in bonds to Valley Health, a county-operated medical center that serves a broad community […]
Buy one, get one free returns for camping at Maricopa County regional parks
Phoenix – Maricopa County Reintroduces Camping Promotions Maricopa County is set to kick off some new camping opportunities. There’s a fresh contract in place allowing camping at a local park next week. The Parks and Recreation Department has run this initiative since 2008, intending to give campers a chance to enjoy county parks before the […]
Proposition 409 aims to enhance behavioral health and emergency services in Maricopa.
Phoenix’s Healthcare Initiative for Maricopa County Phoenix – A bond initiative set for November aims to enhance emergency and behavioral healthcare services at the only public teaching hospital and safety net system in Maricopa County. Proposal 409 seeks to authorize $898 million in bonds for Valley Health, which provides extensive medical services across the valley. […]
Maricopa County takes action against unauthorized food vendors
Maricopa County Cracks Down on Unauthorized Food Vendors Maricopa County is taking action against unauthorized food vendors. The Board of Supervisors has reported multiple instances of foodborne illnesses, prompting them to seize unsafe food items and hold certain vendors accountable. Over the course of May, June, and July, authorities confiscated more than 7,000 pounds of […]