Signs against panhandling will not stop it or assist those in need.

Sedona and Cottonwood Install Anti-Panhandling Signs Sedona has teamed up with Cottonwood to put up signs discouraging residents from giving money to panhandlers. The initiative aims to direct charitable contributions elsewhere. The message from the Sedona Police Station reads, “It’s OK not to give to panhandlers,” mirroring Cottonwood’s earlier campaign launched on July 22, led […]

Business incubator opens in Sylacauga to assist rural entrepreneurs

Gener8Tor Launches Accelerator Program in Alabama On Thursday, the venture capital firm Gener8Tor, which is nationally recognized, unveiled its latest accelerator program based in Alabama. Titled Galfa Earth, this initiative is a collaboration with East Alabama’s Countryside Innovation and Training Hub and the Sylacauga Chamber of Commerce. The application process is currently open for a […]

Gilbert library introduces new equipment to assist residents

Phoenix – New Document Recording Kiosk Opens at Gilbert Library Residents of East Valley can now record titles, acts, and various documents right at the Gilbert Library. A new kiosk at the Southeast Regional Library has made this possible. This is actually the second recording kiosk; the first one was opened in Sun City back […]

Representative Figures presents legislation to assist new parents and reduce infant expenses.

New Federal Bills Target Financial Relief for New Parents Shomari C. from Alabama has put forward two federal bills aimed at offering specific financial relief to new parents while ensuring essential baby products remain affordable. This initiative represents a broader Democratic effort to prioritize economic policies that support working families instead of wealthy individuals. The […]

Search teams assist hikers in the heat in Yavapai County

Hikers Rescued Near Sedona On Thursday, July 10, Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office deputies along with the Verde Search and Rescue Team responded to calls about two hikers who were lost near the Devil’s Bridge Trail, located north of Sedona. One of the hikers had run out of water and was reportedly heading the wrong way. […]

Eastern Arizona faces an issue with veteran suicide, and it is our responsibility to assist.

Addressing Veteran Suicide in Eastern Arizona There are critical concerns regarding suicide and veteran suicide rates in Apache, Greenlee, and Graham counties. These issues deserve significant attention to improve the lives of those who have served our community. At the Center for Violence Prevention and Community Safety, part of Arizona State University, we oversee the […]