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Tempe identifies new safety corridors for third quarter traffic enforcement

By SE Valley Times | Jul 9, 2024

The City of Tempe has announced the identification of four new Safety Corridors for traffic enforcement for the third quarter of 2024. This initiative is part of Tempe's Vision Zero Action Plan, which aims to reduce serious and fatal traffic injuries to zero.

Nominations open for Chandler's Mayor's Neighborhood Excellence Awards

By SE Valley Times | Jul 9, 2024

Nominations are now being accepted for the Mayor’s Neighborhood Excellence Awards in Chandler, Arizona. Chandler neighborhood watch groups that hosted a community Getting Arizona Involved in Neighborhoods (G.A.I.N.) event last year are encouraged to submit nominations. The nomination period is open through Friday, July 26, and can be completed online at Chandler Mayor’s Neighborhood Excellence Awards.

ASU research contributes to statewide free meal program for low-income students

By SE Valley Times | Jul 9, 2024

School-age children across Arizona will receive free meals this upcoming school year, partly due to research by Arizona State University’s Food Policy and Environmental Research Group.

Government events this week in Southeast Valley: July 7-13

By SE Valley Times | Jul 8, 2024

The following events are scheduled to take place in Southeast Valley this week.

Mesa opens registration for fall parks & recreation programs

By SE Valley Times | Jul 8, 2024

Despite triple-digit temperatures, fall is approaching, and so is registration for Mesa Parks and Recreation's fall season programs and activities. Registration is now open for Mesa residents for the 2024 fall season, covering August, September, and October. The city offers a variety of programs and activities for all ages and abilities.

Tempe updates community on local plans and upcoming events

By SE Valley Times | Jul 8, 2024

The draft Southwest Tempe Character Area plan is now available for community review. Feedback can be submitted online through July 15. Residents can contact 480-350-8234 or characterareas@tempe.gov for meeting accommodations, one-on-one sessions with project team members, or additional information.

Chandler renews contract for business incubator program

By SE Valley Times | Jul 8, 2024

The Chandler City Council has approved a one-year agreement with the Arizona Board of Regents, representing Arizona State University (ASU), to continue the Chandler Endeavor Venture Innovation Incubator program. This initiative aims to support local entrepreneurs and startup companies while engaging with the community.

Family & kids events this week in Southeast Valley: July 7-13

By SE Valley Times | Jul 7, 2024

Don't miss out on these family & kids events happening in Southeast Valley this week.

From Grand Canyon Times

In-state students at Chandler-Gilbert Community College paid some of the lowest tuition and fees in 2023

By Grand Canyon Times | 6 months ago

College costs for in-state students at Chandler-Gilbert Community College, in Chandler, were $2,358 in 2023, according to the latest disclosure from the National Center for Education Statistics.

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SE Valley Times area weekly mass times

By SE Valley Times | Jul 6, 2024

The following parishes in the SE Valley Times coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

Local Government Meeting today in Southeast Valley

By SE Valley Times | Jul 4, 2024

Southeast Valley City Council Meeting starting at 7:30 am today — here's what you need to know!

Mesa expands hazardous materials facility hours starting July 3

By SE Valley Times | Jul 3, 2024

Mesa is expanding the operating hours of its Household Hazardous Materials (HHM) Facility to facilitate safer disposal of hazardous waste by residents. Effective July 3, the facility at 2412 N. Center St. will be open from Wednesday to Saturday, 7 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Chandler allocates over $2M to support local nonprofits

By SE Valley Times | Jul 3, 2024

The Chandler City Council has approved the allocation of $2,083,776.27 from city General Funds to various local nonprofit organizations. These funds aim to support the nonprofits in their mission to assist residents in need. The allocation was made based on guidance and recommendations from Chandler’s Housing and Human Services Commission.

Early voting starts for July 30 primary election in Mesa

By SE Valley Times | Jul 3, 2024

Early voting for the July 30 Primary Election begins today, July 3, and continues through July 26. Ballots will be mailed today to residents on the Active Early Voting List. Drop boxes and early voting locations will be available through Primary Election Day, July 30.

Local Government Meeting today in Southeast Valley

By SE Valley Times | Jul 2, 2024

Southeast Valley City Council Meeting starting at 6:30 pm today — here's what you need to know!

Mesa's Gateway Library wins prestigious interior design award

By SE Valley Times | Jul 2, 2024

Mesa’s newest library has won a 2024 Library Interior Design Award from the Commercial Interior Design Association (IIDA) and the American Library Association (ALA). The biennial IIDA/ALA competition recognizes excellence in library interior design and promotes examples of innovative design concepts in seven categories. The Gateway Library, which will be located at 5036 S. Eastmark Parkway in Southeast Mesa, was one of two winners in the “On the Boards” category, recognizing projects not yet built.

Tempe announces street restrictions for Fourth of July celebration

By SE Valley Times | Jul 2, 2024

Fireworks will return this year to Tempe Beach Park as the Kiwanis Club of Tempe presents the 73rd Annual Tempe 4th of July Celebration on Thursday, July 4, from 4-10 p.m. The event will feature games, food, drinks, entertainment for children, live music, and a fireworks show over the lake. A U.S. Air Force F-35 flyover is scheduled before 6 p.m.