Buckeye Police Department Invites Local Young Adults for 2023-2024 Cadet Program
The Buckeye Police Department is seeking young adults interested in law enforcement careers for their 2023-2024 cadet program. The program is for individuals aged 14 to 20, offering a broad study of policing.
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The Buckeye Police Department (BPD) is offering a cadet program for the 2023-2024 academic year. It's open to individuals aged 14 to 20 who are interested in law enforcement careers. The program includes classroom lessons and practical exercises held three times a month.
Read full storyNorthern Arizona University Seeks Career Development Coordinator for College of Arts and Letters
Northern Arizona University (NAU) is looking for an Intermediate Career Development Coordinator for its College of Arts and Letters (CAL). The job depends on funding availability and does not offer Service Professional non-renewal notice or Classified Staff layoff or recall status. The position allows for both on-site and remote work.
Read full storyLocal Opportunity: Limner Gallery Invites Hudson Artists for Small Works Holiday Exhibition
The Limner Gallery has announced a call for artists for the Small Works Holiday Exhibition. The event will take place from December 1-30, 2023. All styles and mediums of artwork are welcome, but pieces must not exceed 18 inches on any side, frame included.
Read full storyLocal Artists Invited to Submit Works for 'The Exotic Sublime' Exhibition Highlighting Sonoran Desert's Winged Inhabitants
The article announces an exhibition series, 'The Exotic Sublime'. It focuses on human impact on the environment, including climate change, endangered species, habitat loss, and water scarcity. The second exhibition will highlight the winged inhabitants of the Sonoran Desert.
Read full storyLocal Artists Opportunity: Apply Now for $2,000 TERAVARNA Grant and Global Exposure
TERAVARNA, an art gallery, is providing artist grants worth $2,000. These grants are given out four times annually and can be utilized according to the artist's discretion. Successful applicants will have the opportunity for worldwide recognition, social media marketing, and potential sales to international collectors.
Read full storyJoin the Global Art Scene: Urban Lens & Open Theme Monthly Competition Open to Local Artists
Urban Lens and Open Theme is a monthly online art competition welcoming global participants. The themes for the upcoming November competition are Monochrome and Water. This competition is open to individuals who are 18 years old or older. The winner will receive a $100 cash prize, a digital certificate, and their work will be featured in the competition's monthly online exhibition and newsletter. Entries must be submitted by October 31, 2023.Visit here for more details.
Read full storyLocal Public Art Initiative: New Mosaic Mural Coming to Estrella's Fire Station 182
Goodyear, Arizona, a rapidly growing city near Phoenix, plans to install a large mosaic mural at Fire Station 182 in the Estrella community. This initiative is part of the city's annual public art plan aimed at distributing public art throughout the city to enhance its aesthetic appeal.
Read full storyArizona's ADOT Boosts Winter Preparedness with New Snow Blowers for Local Highways
As summer goes on, the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) is preparing for winter. This year, they are adding two new snow blowers to their fleet of 200 snowplows. These machines will be used on highways that often experience heavy snowfall, like I-40, US 180, US 191, SR 67, SR 260, and SR 273.
Read full storyLocal Cochise College Rodeo Team Kicks Off Fall Season with a Bang at County Fair
The Cochise College Rodeo team held its inaugural event of the 2023-2024 Fall Rodeo season at the Cochise County Fairgrounds. Teams from Central Arizona College, New Mexico State University, University of Arizona, Mesalands Community College, and Dine College participated. The event aligned with the 99th Annual Cochise County Fair and drew a large crowd, as stated by head coach Lynn Smith.
Read full storyLocal Cochise College Rodeo Team Kicks Off Fall Season with Success at County Fair
The 2023-2024 Fall Rodeo season began this weekend at the Cochise County Fairgrounds in Douglas, Arizona. The event was hosted by the Cochise College Rodeo team. Participating schools included Central Arizona College, New Mexico State University, University of Arizona, Mesalands Community College, Dine College, and more. The event was part of the 99th Annual Cochise County Fair and attracted a large crowd. Lynn Smith, the team's head coach, stated that this event is the largest that her team participates in, after the National Finals in Wyoming.
Read full storyHuachuca City Seeks Proposals for Municipal Accounting Consulting Services
Huachuca City, Arizona is seeking sealed proposals for municipal accounting consulting services. The Town Manager and Town Clerk will accept proposals until 3:00 P.M. local time, on October 10, 2023.
Read full storyNew Affordable Housing Project Begins Construction in Downtown Buckeye
Construction has started on Lanai, a multifamily housing project in downtown Buckeye. The project aims to provide affordable housing for the middle class. It is located near the historic downtown area and will include townhome-style residences. The community will be built in two phases, totaling 444 units.
Read full storyGovernor Hobbs Withdraws Cabinet Nominees Amidst Political Tensions: Impact on Arizona's Essential Services
Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs has decided to withdraw her cabinet nominees from the Senate confirmation process. She cites concerns about the process being used for political gain by Jake Hoffman. Hoffman is alleged to have delayed the process for his own political goals, including his stance on abortion. This has reportedly led to unnecessary expenditure and hindered the functioning of Arizona's agencies.
Read full storyArizona Students Celebrate Sandra Day O’Connor Day with Civic Lessons and Discussions
In 2018, former Arizona Governor Doug Ducey declared September 25th as Sandra Day O’Connor Day. This day recognizes when O’Connor, an Arizonan, was the first woman appointed to the U.S. Supreme Court. On this day, students from Great Hearts academies across Arizona took part in civics lessons and events. The academies' goal, as stated by Mac Esau, Executive Director of Upper Schools, is to develop young scholars into contributing citizens.
Read full storyFall 2023 Parent-Teacher Conferences: Vital for Local Students' Progress
Fall 2023 Parent-Teacher Conferences are vital for discussing student progress. Parents needing a Special Education Teacher or Interventionist should email their child's teacher. The teacher is the main contact for scheduling issues.
Read full storyChandler City Council Allocates $2.25M for Police Tech Upgrades and Criminal Investigations
The Chandler City Council in Arizona has approved a $2.25 million funding for the Chandler Police Department. The funding, sourced from Senate Bill 1720, will be used to improve technology and hire part-time staff for police investigations. State Representative Julie Willoughby stated that the funds will equip the police department to handle serious criminal cases and ensure the safety of the city's residents and police officers.
Read full storyPima County Health Department Stresses Importance of Regular Blood Pressure Checks for Local Residents
The Pima County Health Department recently highlighted the importance of regular blood pressure monitoring and management in a blog post. They discussed hypertension, or high blood pressure, noting it often presents no symptoms but can lead to serious health issues such as heart disease, stroke, kidney disease, and vision loss. They stressed that the risk of hypertension increases with age, making regular blood pressure checks important, particularly for older individuals.
Read full storyStay Safe, Arizona: Protect Yourself from Valley Fever Amid Rising Cases
Arizonans are encouraged to protect themselves from fungi that cause Valley fever during Fungal Disease Awareness Week. This yearly event aims to increase knowledge about the issue of infectious fungi in the U.S. Valley fever, a common fungal disease in Arizona, is caused by the Coccidioides fungus. This fungus thrives in dry climates and can spread via wind.
Read full storyExplore Latinx Art at ASU Museum's Hispanic Heritage Month Exhibition: A Local Perspective
The ASU Art Museum is observing Hispanic Heritage Month with four pieces of Latinx art. Alana Hernandez, senior curator and CALA Alliance Curator of Latinx Art, selected these works. She previously worked as the executive director and curator of the CALA Alliance in Phoenix. Hernandez chose these pieces to highlight the variety in Latinx art.
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