EV battery parts company withdraws from $152M Haywood County project

The route leads to an empty piece of land earmarked for the I-40 Advantage Industrial Park in Brownsville, Tennessee. Enchem America, Inc. had intentions to set up a $152 million facility for producing electrolytes, aiming to create around 190 jobs in Haywood County. However, the company decided to withdraw from this commitment as of September […]

Coconino County officials talk about federal shutdown during Tuesday’s meeting

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Aimee Novak from YC joins the County Food Safety Council.

Amy Novak Appointed to Yabapai County Food Safety Council Amy Novak, the executive director of the restaurant cafeteria at Yabapai College’s Prescott Campus, has recently been appointed to represent District 1 on the Yabapai County Board of Supervisors’ Food Safety Industry Council (FSIC). The FSIC consists of members from the food service sector, as well […]

Maricopa County Parks Asking for Small Fee Changes

Proposed Fee Adjustments for Maricopa County Parks To manage the heightened demand and rising operational costs, the Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Department is suggesting slight increases to certain park user fees. Funding for the Parks The funding for daily operations—like utilities, wildfire management, repair work, habitat conservation, maintenance of facilities, staffing, and trail upkeep—primarily […]

Maricopa County Begins Construction on New, Advanced Tabulation and Election Center

New Election Facilities Break Ground in Maricopa County Phoenix, Arizona (June 2, 2025) – Maricopa County is set to launch its new advanced tally and election centers. Scheduled to open in the summer of 2027, this facility is designed to enhance election management by facilitating safe, efficient, and transparent processing and counting of votes. “There […]

Search and rescue operations keep going after fatal floods in Globe, Gila County

Grove, Arizona Flood Update Grove, Arizona, has been struck hard by devastating flooding, resulting in two confirmed deaths and at least one person still unaccounted for. Initially, authorities reported three fatalities; however, an update from Mayor Al Gameros confirmed the current death toll. As of Monday, the Arizona Department of Forestry and Fire Control is […]

Man from Baldwin County sues over ICE raids at construction sites

ICE Raids Target Construction Sites in Alabama Over the last six months, ICE agents have raided several construction sites across Alabama as part of President Trump’s immigration enforcement efforts. A recent federal lawsuit in the Southern District of Alabama highlights the case of Leonardo Garcia Venegas, a Baldwin County resident who has been arrested twice […]

Maricopa County Reads summer initiative provides rewards for everyone

Summer Reading Program in Maricopa County Summer reading initiatives aren’t just for kids, at least not in Maricopa County. The annual Maricopa County summer reading program, which kicked off on June 1, is open to all ages and rewards participants based on points earned. This year’s theme is “Colors of Our World.” Participants are categorized […]

Hobbs Hesitant to Announce State of Emergency in Gila County During Severe Flooding

State of Emergency Declared Following Flooding in Gila County The Speaker of the Arizona House, Walt Blackman, has urged Governor Hobbs to declare a state of emergency in Gila County due to severe flooding. These floods, which started on Thursday, September 25, 2025, have already resulted in at least three fatalities, with one person still […]

L.A. County officials express disappointment with their own report on fire errors

Criticism of Fire Investigation Report in Los Angeles County The Los Angeles County supervisors expressed disappointment over the long-awaited $1.9 million investigation into a January wildfire, noting that it left many residents feeling their key concerns were unaddressed. Catherine Berger, who represents the unincorporated area of Altadena, voiced this sentiment at Tuesday’s meeting, stating, “I’ve […]