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News from September 2024

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Harris and Trump tied in Arizona, poll shows

By Grand Canyon Times reports | Sep 10, 2024

Vice President Kamala Harris (D) and former President Donald Trump (R) are tied in Arizona in the 2024 race for the White House.

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Senator seeks probe into City's public comment policy

By Grand Canyon Times | Sep 10, 2024

Arizona State Senator John Kavanagh has requested Attorney General Kris Mayes to investigate the City of Surprise's public comment policy following the arrest of an activist during a city council meeting.

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Oct. 7: Civilian voter registration deadline for Nov. 5 General Election

By Grand Canyon Times | Sep 9, 2024

Four weeks to go: Civilian voter registration deadline for Nov. 5 General Election.

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Senate committee investigates legality of 1% general election debate rule

By Grand Canyon Times | Sep 9, 2024

Arizona's Senate Government Committee is investigating a rule adopted this year by the Clean Elections Commission. The rule prevents certain qualified Arizona candidates from participating in general election debates for statewide and federal offices.

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Report: Arizona families spent $1,178 more for goods and services under Biden-Harris Administration

By Grand Canyon Times reports | Sep 6, 2024

Arizona families spent an average of $1,178 more for goods and services – including transportation, shelter costs, energy, and food – in July 2024 than they were spending prior to the beginning of the Biden-Harris Administration.

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Analysis: Arizona one of 25 states banning boys from playing girls’ high school sports

By Grand Canyon Times | Sep 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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AZ Fraternal Order of Police endorses Kari Lake

By Grand Canyon Times | Sep 5, 2024

Kari Lake announced a new endorsement from the Arizona Fraternal Order of Police in her run for the U.S. Senate, stating, "I am honored to be endorsed by the Arizona Fraternal Order of Police," in a Sept. 3 news release.

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American Red Cross collaborates on extreme heat safety measures

By Grand Canyon Times | Sep 5, 2024

The American Red Cross is collaborating with various organizations to ensure community safety during extreme heat events this summer. Edgar Olivo, a guest blogger, discusses the importance of protecting communities from the leading weather-related hazard in the United States.

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Senate committee investigates alleged unlawful election debate rule change

By Grand Canyon Times | Sep 5, 2024

The Senate Government Committee is investigating a new rule that blocks certain qualified Arizona candidates from participating in general election debates for statewide and federal offices.

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Arizona extends statewide school safety partnership through 2026

By Grand Canyon Times | Sep 5, 2024

State schools superintendent Tom Horne has extended the Department of Education’s agreement with Off Duty Management through 2026, covering multiple schools in six counties. This extension is part of Horne’s initiative to ensure that students, educators, and staff are protected by armed and uniformed School Safety Officers.

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Analysis: The cost of pasta at Fry’s Food Stores has increased 408% since first day of Biden-Harris Admin

By Grand Canyon Times reports | Sep 4, 2024

The cost of pasta at Fry's Food Stores has increased by 408% since inauguration day in 2021.

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Number of VA loans issued in Arizona increased by two% from Q2 2023 to Q2 2024

By Grand Canyon Times | Sep 4, 2024

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) issued 3,104 home loans in Arizona, totaling $1.2 billion, during the second quarter of the fiscal year 2024, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Scottsdale doctor: Balloon sinuplasty ‘allows us to intervene earlier in the disease process’

By Grand Canyon Times | Sep 4, 2024

Balloon sinuplasty is a safe, minimally invasive procedure commonly offered by surgeons to treat chronic sinusitis. According to Dr. Brian Lee of Scottsdale Sinus and Allergy Center, balloon sinuplasty is a straightforward and manageable procedure for patients.

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Arizona Center receives $4.4M HRSA grants for improving rural health services

By Grand Canyon Times | Sep 4, 2024

TUCSON, Arizona — The Arizona Center for Rural Health, part of the University of Arizona Mel and Enid Zuckerman College of Public Health, has been awarded two grants by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) to support health services in rural communities. These areas have historically lagged behind urban regions in healthcare access.

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VA issues more Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in Arizona in Q2 vs. Q1 2024

By Grand Canyon Times | Sep 3, 2024

The VA issued 481 Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in Arizona during the second quarter of fiscal year 2024, compared to 31 loans the previous quarter, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Survey reveals crisis in attracting and retaining classroom teachers

By Grand Canyon Times | Sep 3, 2024

PHOENIX – State schools chief Tom Horne has released a teacher retention survey indicating a crisis in the teaching profession. The survey, involving nearly 1,000 teachers who left the profession after 2023, reveals significant numbers departing due to lack of administrative support for classroom discipline and a desire for better pay.

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FDA Inspection: What type of Arizona companies were under most scrutiny during August?

By Grand Canyon Times | Sep 1, 2024

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted an inspection at one Food and Cosmetics company from Arizona in August.