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Arizona approves new bring-your-own-device battery pilot program

By Grand Canyon Times | Mar 13, 2025

The Arizona Corporation Commission has approved a new Bring-Your-Own-Device (BYOD) Pilot Program for Arizona Public Service Company (APS) customers who have home battery systems.

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Arizona commission approves TEP bill reduction effective April

By Grand Canyon Times | Mar 13, 2025

At the Arizona Corporation Commission's Open Meeting on March 12, 2025, Vice Chairman Nick Myers participated in a unanimous vote to approve Tucson Electric Power Company's (TEP) application to adjust its Purchased Power and Fuel Adjustment Clause...

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Horne addresses ESA management criticism and defends departmental efforts

By Grand Canyon Times | Mar 13, 2025

Tom Horne has responded to criticism from the Attorney General regarding the management of the Empowerment Scholarship Account (ESA) program.

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Arizona Corporation Commission denies Tucson man's IAR license application

By Grand Canyon Times | Mar 13, 2025

Following an administrative hearing, the Arizona Corporation Commission has decided to deny the investment adviser representative license application of Todd R. Anderson from Tucson.

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I-17 pavement improvements bring smoother ride for north Phoenix drivers

By Grand Canyon Times | Mar 13, 2025

Drivers in north Phoenix are now experiencing smoother travel on Interstate 17 following a pavement improvement project by the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT).

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Arizona Highways marks 100 years with special centennial edition

By Grand Canyon Times | Mar 13, 2025

Arizona Highways magazine is celebrating its 100th anniversary this year.

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Phoenix freeway closures planned over weekend amid improvement works

By Grand Canyon Times | Mar 13, 2025

Improvement projects will necessitate an overnight closure and other restrictions on Phoenix-area freeways this weekend, from March 14 to March 17.

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Arizona ranks 11th highest in the U.S. for government transfer dependency at 20.7% in 2022

By Grand Canyon Times | Mar 12, 2025

In 2022, government transfers made up 20.7% of income in Arizona—ranking it the 11th most dependent among U.S. states.

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Arizona ranks 17th highest in U.S. for per capita government transfer income at $12,093 in 2022

By Grand Canyon Times | Mar 12, 2025

In 2022, residents of Arizona received an average of $12,093 per capita in government transfer payments—ranking it 17th highest in the nation.

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​Physician assistant on recognizing sinusitis symptoms: 'Our normal could feel much better'

By Grand Canyon Times | Mar 12, 2025

Mary Pleshtiyev, a physician assistant at Scottsdale Sinus and Allergy Center, advised individuals experiencing symptoms such as facial pressure, nighttime congestion, dry mouth upon waking, or postnasal drip to seek evaluation.

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Arizona man ordered to pay over $1 million for investor fraud

By Grand Canyon Times | Mar 12, 2025

The Arizona Corporation Commission has ordered Gregory “Greg” Patrick Talbot, an insurance producer from Phoenix, to pay $1,411,950 in restitution and $50,000 in administrative penalties.

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Loop 202 on-ramp at Val Vista Drive to close for reconstruction

By Grand Canyon Times | Mar 12, 2025

The westbound Loop 202 (Santan Freeway) on-ramp at Val Vista Drive in the Southeast Valley will close for approximately 60 days starting at 10 p.m. on Friday, March 14.

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ADOT advises against travel during upcoming winter storms

By Grand Canyon Times | Mar 12, 2025

With winter storms expected in the coming days, the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) is advising drivers to postpone travel during snowfall.

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Arizona broker fined and loses license for defrauding impaired client

By Grand Canyon Times | Mar 12, 2025

The Arizona Corporation Commission has taken decisive action against David J. Volpe, a stockbroker based in Scottsdale, for engaging in securities fraud.

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Arizona issues over 2.5 million travel IDs ahead of federal deadline

By Grand Canyon Times | Mar 11, 2025

With the federal deadline approaching for domestic airline travelers to possess a federally compliant ID, the Arizona Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Division (ADOT MVD) has issued over 2.5 million Arizona Travel ID cards.

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Arizona calls on lawmakers amid declining small business optimism

By Grand Canyon Times | Mar 11, 2025

State legislators in Arizona have been urged to address the economic uncertainty faced by small business owners.

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Employers classified under the Utilities industry file 19 H-1B petitions in Arizona throughout 2024

By Grand Canyon Times | Mar 10, 2025

In 2024, 19 H-1B petitions were filed by employers classified under the Utilities industry located in Arizona, as per data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

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Nick Capozzi appointed as new state broadband director by Arizona Commerce Authority

By Grand Canyon Times | Mar 7, 2025

PHOENIX, AZ — The Arizona Commerce Authority (ACA) has announced Nick Capozzi as the new State Broadband Director.

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Analysis: Arizona among 25 states that ban boys from playing girls’ high school sports

By Grand Canyon Times | Mar 6, 2025

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

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ADE-Wilson Partnership boosts student achievement at Phoenix elementary school

By Grand Canyon Times | Mar 6, 2025

A program led by Arizona's state schools chief, Tom Horne, has resulted in significant improvements in academic scores at Wilson Elementary School near downtown Phoenix.