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Jevin Hodge is appointed to replace Athena Salman

By Grand Canyon Times | Jan 31, 2024

Jevin Hodge has been chosen by the Maricopa County Board of Supervisors to serve as a representative for the Democrats in the Arizona House of Representatives. This appointment came about following Athena Salman's resignation on January 1 to transition into a career in healthcare.

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Rep. Leezah Sun resigns from office

By Grand Canyon Times | Jan 31, 2024

The House Ethics Committee has unanimously determined that Representative Sun exhibited a pattern of disorderly behavior. An ethics claim was lodged against her on November 2, and she tendered her resignation on January 31, mere hours before the commencement of the House floor session.

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Mesa Public Library Collecting Valentine's Cards for Mesa Seniors

By Grand Canyon Times | Jan 31, 2024

Mesa Public Library is once again spreading love and appreciation to Mesa's homebound and assisted living residents through their Valentine's card drive. For the sixth year in a row, the library is collecting Valentine's cards to be delivered to seniors in the community. This initiative aims to brighten the day of these residents and show them that they are cared for.Library Director Polly Bonnett expressed the importance of this small gesture, stating, "One small kind gesture can brighten someone's day. Mesa Library Valentine's Day card drive is one way to tell our...

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Republican Ariz. senators announce legislation that will aid law enforcement in the border crisis

By Grand Canyon Times | Jan 31, 2024

The Biden Administration has been criticized for its perceived lack of action in curbing the influx of illegal immigrants. In response, Senate Republicans have announced a bill intended to substantially assist local law enforcement in reducing the number of immigrants entering the country illegally.

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Americans for Prosperity Foundation files lawsuit against Biden's AI overreach.

By Grand Canyon Times | Jan 31, 2024

The Americans for Prosperity (AFP) has filed a lawsuit against the Biden administration, alleging that it is imposing unnecessary regulations on the use of artificial intelligence (AI), thereby expanding executive authority in an unprecedented manner.

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Politicians on both sides of the aisle work to get to fight tor the contentious Arizona Commerce Authority

By Grand Canyon Times | Jan 31, 2024

The legislation previously faced near-unanimous opposition from the Democrats, but it is now undergoing reform and consolidation to pass through the Arizona Supreme Court.

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12th Annual Mesa Marathon Returns Saturday, February 10, 2024

By Grand Canyon Times | Jan 30, 2024

The 12th annual Mesa Marathon is set to take place in Mesa, Arizona, on Saturday, February 10, 2024. Ranked as the Best Marathon in Arizona in a nationwide poll by RaceRaves, this event has become a highly anticipated fixture in the running community. As an early-season Boston Qualifier, the Mesa Marathon offers participants a chance to kickstart their marathon training and aim for prestigious qualifying times.The marathon will commence with a breathtaking sunrise start near the Usery Park mountains, providing runners with a picturesque backdrop as they begin their...

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Steve Cortes: 'Joe Biden started the border crisis on the first day of his administration'

By Grand Canyon Times News Service | Jan 29, 2024

Steve Cortes, the founder of the League of American Workers (LAW), said President Joe Biden "started the border crisis" at the beginning of his term.

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Arizona Senate President, House Speaker sign letter to Biden, Mayorkas ‘supporting Texas’s efforts to secure the border’

By Grand Canyon Times News Service | Jan 29, 2024

Arizona Senate President Warren Petersen (R) and House Speaker Ben Toma (R) joined more than two dozen state attorneys general in signing a letter to President Joe Biden and Homeland Security Security Aljandro Mayorkas in support of “Governor Abbott’s efforts to secure our border.”

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Upcoming voter registration deadline in two weeks

By Grand Canyon Times | Jan 29, 2024

Deadline approaching: Two weeks until civilian voter registration deadline for March 12 municipal elections.

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The State Board of Education upheld the Arizona Department of Education rejection of superfluous ESA expenses

By Grand Canyon Times | Jan 29, 2024

The Department of Education has witnessed a surge in expense requests for non-educational purposes through the Empowerment Scholarship Account (ESA) program. The State Board has maintained its stance on rejecting these requests.

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Amid safety concerns, United Airlines criticism intensifies with video of CEO in drag, legal filings

By Grand Canyon Times reports | Jan 26, 2024

The focus on diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives by the airline industry is sparking debates and raising questions about whether passenger safety is taking a backseat to the political ideologies of executives.

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Grand Canyon Times: Steve Cortes on Donald Trump and Border Security

By Grand Canyon Times News Service | Jan 24, 2024

Steve Cortes, founder of the League of American Workers (LAW), appeared on the Grand Canyon Times Podcast to discuss a new poll conducted for his organization, which found that only 18% of Arizona voters say that the American Dream is “still attainable.”

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Scottsdale doctor: ‘You never want to wait until your sinuses are an absolute mess’

By Grand Canyon Times | Jan 24, 2024

Sinus infections, also called sinusitis, are common medical conditions that can become more serious the longer they go untreated. Dr. Brian Lee of Scottsdale Sinus and Allergy Center said that early intervention is crucial in treating sinusitis.

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Feb. 20: Civilian voter registration deadline for March 19 Presidential Preference Election

By Grand Canyon Times | Jan 23, 2024

Four weeks to go: Civilian voter registration deadline for March 19 Presidential Preference Election.

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City of Mesa Receives Water Conservation Grant for Non-Functional Turf Removal at Multiple Parks

By Grand Canyon Times | Jan 23, 2024

The City of Mesa has been awarded a $1.06 million Water Conservation Grant Fund Award by Arizona's Water Infrastructure Authority (WIFA). The grant will be used to remove non-functional turf at approximately 50 parks and basins in Mesa.Under this project, a 6-foot strip of turf adjacent to infrastructure, such as block walls, will be replaced with landscape rock and cement curbing at each selected location. This initiative supports Mesa's Climate Action Plan goals and the city's commitment to water stewardship and reducing water usage.Mesa Mayor John Giles emphasized...

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Travel security concerns at Phoenix Sky Harbor Int'l Airport amid America First Legal's DHS, TSA inquiry into immigration policies

By Grand Canyon Times reports | Jan 19, 2024

The AFL’s concern comes as public outcry is growing, fueled by incidents reported by renowned conservative commentator Ashley St. Clair and others in late December.

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Arizona Board of Education member: ‘If you live in Arizona, you qualify’ for ESA program

By Grand Canyon Times | Jan 18, 2024

The Arizona Board of Education member said that in Arizona, every student qualifies for an ESA, covering kindergarteners at least the age of 5, all the way to special needs high students the age of 22.

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Arizona home to 1 college that still mandates “COVID” mRNA injection

By Grand Canyon Times | Jan 17, 2024

There is still one college in Arizona that continues to require “COVID” mRNA injections for students to attend their classes.

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Arizona Board of Education member: ‘Governor Hobbs and her administration must not be aware of Arizona Supreme Court ruling on the ESA program'

By Grand Canyon Times | Jan 16, 2024

Arizona Board of Education member Jenny Clark said the Niehaus v. Huppenthal case decided that the recipient of the ESA scholarships is the child. This opposed the idea that the money was being directed to private schools.