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Average VA purchase loan amount in Arizona increases from 2021 to 2022

By Grand Canyon Times | Jun 18, 2024

The average VA purchase loan amount for Arizona in the fiscal year 2022 was $404,587, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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State budget eliminates Kindergarten Entry Assessment program

By Grand Canyon Times | Jun 18, 2024

PHOENIX – State schools chief Tom Horne announced that the newly-passed state budget includes the elimination of the Kindergarten Entry Assessment (KEA) program, a move he has long advocated. Many educators have viewed the KEA as an unnecessary bureaucratic requirement that detracts from classroom time.

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Grand Canyon Times Podcast: Patrick Brenner discusses public records law and school choice in Arizona

By Grand Canyon Times | Jun 18, 2024

Patrick Brenner, founder and president of the Southwest Public Policy Institute (SPPI), joins the Grand Canyon Times Podcast to discuss public records law, school choice, and the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau. In this episode, he covers the institute's pending lawsuits against the city of Scottsdale and Mesa Public Schools related to Arizona's public records law.

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Earnings on Arizona's public pension investments increase to $700,061 in 2022

By Grand Canyon Times | Jun 17, 2024

The earnings on investments for Arizona public pensions went up from $587,646 in 2021 to $700,061 in 2022, according to data obtained from the U.S. Census Bureau’s Annual Survey of Public Pensions.

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Two weeks until civilian voter registration deadline for July 30 Primary Election

By Grand Canyon Times | Jun 17, 2024

Two weeks until civilian voter registration deadline for July 30 Primary Election.

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Over 120 bank failures in the country since 2012: See if Arizona was affected

By Grand Canyon Times | Jun 14, 2024

There were more than 120 bank failures across the country from 2012 to 2024, three of which occurred in Arizona.

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Biden-Harris administration invests $11 million in expanding medical residencies in rural areas

By Grand Canyon Times | Jun 13, 2024

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), through the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), has awarded over $11 million to 15 organizations to establish new residency programs in rural communities. The announcement was made by HHS Secretary Xavier Becerra and White House Domestic Policy Advisor Neera Tanden during a visit to a rural health clinic in Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin.

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Reps. Gallego, Stanton vote to count illegal aliens towards seats in Congress

By Grand Canyon Times | Jun 12, 2024

U.S. Reps. Ruben Gallego (D-AZ) and Greg Stanton (D-AZ) were joined by 200 other House Democrats in unanimously voting against the Equal Representation Act, which would prevent the inclusion of illegal aliens in the count for seats in the Electoral College.

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Arizona updates guidelines to boost participation in children's vaccination program

By Grand Canyon Times | Jun 12, 2024

The Vaccines for Children (VFC) program has provided essential vaccines to children in Arizona for the past three decades. The VFC program aims to vaccinate children who might not otherwise receive vaccinations due to financial barriers. It relies on partnerships with private healthcare providers, tribal communities, community health centers, and local public health agencies. The Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS) administers the program statewide with funding from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

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American Majority Action Founder: Arizona GOP in ‘arms race’ to mobilize to secure votes for 2024 election

By Grand Canyon Times | Jun 11, 2024

The head of American Majority Action said Arizona Republicans are in an “arms race” with Democrats to mobilize to secure votes in the 2024 Presidential election.

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Trump: ‘Vote early, absentee, by mail or in person’

By Grand Canyon Times | Jun 11, 2024

Former President Donald Trump (R) launched a “Swamp the Vote” campaign earlier this month, asking voters to vote early, absentee, by mail, or in person on Election Day.

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American Principles Project President: Banning boys from girls’ sports ‘one of the few areas where politicians don’t have to choose between good politics or good policy'

By Grand Canyon Times | Jun 11, 2024

Terry Schilling, president of the American Principles Project, said protecting girls’ sports is widely supported by American voters, and Arizona legislators can continue to support legislation to do so without concern for public approval.

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Govenor Hobbs ignores 'Secure the Load' day

By Grand Canyon Times | Jun 11, 2024

ABATE of Arizona and EPIC Policy Group marked "Secure the Load" day last week. However, the initiative, aimed at improving safety on state roads and highways, received no acknowledgment from Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs.

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Kari Lake on border: Biden and Gallego ‘created this humanitarian and national security crisis’

By Grand Canyon Times | Jun 11, 2024

Kari Lake stated that President Biden’s latest executive order on the border crisis and Ruben Gallego’s corresponding border legislation are "purely political moves" for their election in November, claiming they are responsible for the crisis. The campaign issued the statement in a press release on June 4.

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Scottsdale doctor on people with sinus issues: 'All of these issues trickle down into every facet of their lives'

By Grand Canyon Times | Jun 10, 2024

Chronic sinusitis has a multitude of symptoms that can affect one’s life, including an increased risk of depression. According to Dr. Brian Lee of the Scottsdale Sinus and Allergy Center, allergies can affect one in many different ways.

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League of American Workers President: 'Arizonans won’t be fooled' by Biden’s sudden new executive order on the border

By Grand Canyon Times | Jun 7, 2024

Steve Cortes, president of the League of American Workers, said that Arizona voters “won’t be fooled” by President Biden’s new executive order to temporarily shut down asylum requests at the southern border, made in the middle of election season.

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Analysis: Four illegal aliens arrested in Arizona for crimes including possession, aggravated sexual abuse of a minor

By Grand Canyon Times | Jun 7, 2024

There were 576 illegal aliens arrested in May 2024 for crimes including murder, sex crimes against children, child human trafficking, and drug trafficking. Four of these offenders were apprehended in Arizona on charges including possession and aggravated sexual abuse of a minor.

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Arizona listed as one of 25 states prohibiting boys from girls’ high school sports

By Grand Canyon Times | Jun 6, 2024

As President Biden revealed new rules regarding Title IX protections in April of 2024, which redefined “sex” to include “gender-identity,” an analysis by Grand Canyon Times shows that Arizona is one of 25 states that ban boys from playing in girls’ high school sports.

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Analysis: Gas prices in Arizona remain elevated under President Biden as Americans enter summer driving season

By Grand Canyon Times | Jun 5, 2024

As the summer driving season kicks off, an analysis of gas price data revealed that Arizona consumers are paying over 50% more for gasoline now than they were when President Biden was sworn into office.

Senate Republicans criticize governor over funding allocation after campaign donations

By Grand Canyon Times | Jun 5, 2024

Senate Republicans condemn Katie Hobbs for rewarding dysfunctional group home