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Researchers identify unexpected sources driving winter precipitation patterns in arizona

By SE Valley Times | Jun 19, 2024

The Sun Corridor in Arizona, located in the semi-arid Southwestern U.S., is a region characterized by rapid growth and significant physical constraints. Despite its mountainous terrain, it encompasses a large valley that includes one of the fastest-growing metropolitan areas in the country. The Phoenix metropolitan area faces challenges due to prolonged drought and fluctuating seasonal water availability, making future planning essential.

Local Government Meetings today in Southeast Valley

By SE Valley Times | Jun 19, 2024

Southeast Valley Local Government Meetings today.

Chandler City Council approves partnerships with nonprofits for opioid treatment

By SE Valley Times | Jun 18, 2024

The Chandler City Council has approved agreements with two community-based organizations, Recovery Café Arizona and EMPACT-Suicide Prevention Center, to provide opioid treatment and prevention services. Each organization will receive $50,000 in funding.

Local Government Meeting today in Southeast Valley

By SE Valley Times | Jun 18, 2024

Southeast Valley City Council Meeting starting at 5:15 pm today — here's what you need to know!

Government events this week in Southeast Valley: June 16-22

By SE Valley Times | Jun 17, 2024

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

Tempe introduces renewable water resource amidst ongoing police operation against street racing

By SE Valley Times | Jun 17, 2024

Recently, Salt River Project (SRP) received approval to hold water longer at Roosevelt Dam during high runoff seasons, increasing water resiliency for Tempe and nearby cities. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers granted SRP permission to extend the duration it can retain water in a portion of the Flood Control Space at Roosevelt Dam from 20 days to 120 days. This measure will allow more effective use of water from high runoff periods within the SRP system rather than releasing it into the typically dry Salt River after 20 days.

Chandler encourages neighborhood leaders to register for updated program

By SE Valley Times | Jun 17, 2024

Chandler’s Neighborhood Programs Office is encouraging neighborhood leaders to register for the city’s Neighborhood Registration Program. The registration process, which takes only a few minutes, can be completed online at Chandler Neighborhood Registration.

Mesa hosts first annual Juneteenth celebration with community events

By SE Valley Times | Jun 17, 2024

The City of Mesa, Mesa Community College (MCC), and the Mesa-East Valley Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Committee (MLK) are hosting the First Annual Juneteenth Celebration to commemorate the emancipation of enslaved African Americans in the United States. The free event will take place on June 19 from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at Mesa Community College, Southern and Dobson campus. A brief program at 7:15 p.m. will include a City of Mesa proclamation commemorating Juneteenth.

Family & kids events this week in Southeast Valley: June 16-22

By SE Valley Times | Jun 16, 2024

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

Entertainment events this week in Southeast Valley: June 16-22

By SE Valley Times | Jun 16, 2024

Don't miss out on these entertainment events happening in Southeast Valley this week.

7,708 lawyers with active licenses to practice in Maricopa County as of May

By SE Valley Times | Jun 16, 2024

In May, Maricopa County registered 7,708 lawyers with active licenses to practice.

1 more lawyer with active license to practice in Maricopa County during May than previous month

By SE Valley Times | Jun 15, 2024

The number of lawyers with active licenses to practice in Maricopa County during May increased in comparison to the previous month, according to the State Bar of Arizona.

SE Valley Times area weekly mass times

By SE Valley Times | Jun 15, 2024

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

AI-enabled EdgeCare aims to improve aging vets' healthcare outcomes

By SE Valley Times | Jun 14, 2024

Loneliness has been called the silent killer. The U.S. Surgeon General has described the negative health effects of social isolation as being as damaging as smoking cigarettes. While many aging Americans are at risk of feeling or being socially isolated, veterans are particularly vulnerable.

Tempe Police intensify efforts against street racing with Operation Street Sweep

By SE Valley Times | Jun 14, 2024

Tempe Police continue crackdown on street racing with Operation Street Sweep

Chandler City Council approves $1.63 billion budget for fiscal year 2024-25

By SE Valley Times | Jun 14, 2024

The Chandler City Council has approved the city's 2024-25 Budget and the 2025-2034 Capital Improvement Program (CIP), which will become effective on July 1, 2024. The budget totals $1.63 billion across all operating and capital funds. This figure includes a $752.6 million operating budget for department expenses, encompassing equipment, technology and vehicle replacements, debt service for municipal bonds, budget contingencies, and financial reserves. It also incorporates $876.5 million in capital improvements, providing $238.9 million in new appropriation and $637.6 million...

Chandler City Council approves $1.9M improvement project for Brooks Crossing Park

By SE Valley Times | Jun 14, 2024

Chandler, Ariz. – Chandler City Council has awarded a construction agreement for improvements at Brooks Crossing Park. At the City Council meeting on June 13, a job order master agreement was awarded to DNG Construction, LLC in an amount not to exceed $1,987,588.

Chandler City Council approves purchase of new handheld drug analyzers

By SE Valley Times | Jun 14, 2024

The Chandler City Council has approved the Chandler Police Department's purchase of four additional handheld drug analyzers, funded through a $152,527 grant from the State of Arizona.

From NW Valley Times

Climate and environmental policy expert: ‘I'm not in favor of federal programs’ for weatherization efforts

By SE Valley Times | 6 months ago

H. Sterling Burnett, director of the Arthur B. Robinson Center on Climate and Environmental Policy, stated that federal funds for weatherization have income limitations, federal programs' effectiveness is questionable, and he opposes using funds for administrative purposes rather than direct assistance. Burnett was a guest on a recent episode of the Grand Canyon Times Podcast.

Local Government Meeting today in Southeast Valley

By SE Valley Times | Jun 13, 2024

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