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Arizona superintendent criticizes U.S. Department of Education's role and efficiency

Tom Horne, Superintendent of Public Instruction in Arizona, expressed his views on the potential impact of shutting down the U.S. Department of Education.

By Grand Canyon Times | Nov 20, 2024

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VA provides 25.2% more home purchase loans in Arizona in Q3

There were 2,599 VA home purchases in Arizona in the third quarter of the VA's fiscal year 2024, totaling $1.1 billion in loans, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

By Grand Canyon Times | Nov 15, 2024

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Shope named chairman amid criticism of Hobbs' housing policies

By Grand Canyon Times | Nov 14, 2024

Senator T.J. Shope has been appointed as Chairman of the Senate Committee on Natural Resources for the 57th Legislature, according to an announcement by Senate President Warren Petersen.

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Arizona begins distribution of over 16K Narcan kits to combat school overdoses

By Grand Canyon Times | Nov 14, 2024

Superintendent Tom Horne announced the distribution of over 16,000 Narcan kits to Arizona schools as part of efforts to combat the Fentanyl crisis among school-aged children.

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Senator Jake Hoffman reappointed as chairman of director nominations committee

By Grand Canyon Times | Nov 14, 2024

On November 14, 2024, Senator Jake Hoffman was reappointed as Chairman of the Senate Committee on Director Nominations (DINO) for the 57th Legislature.

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Petersen announces Senate statutory committee leadership for 57th Legislature

By Grand Canyon Times | Nov 14, 2024

Senate President Warren Petersen has announced the leadership for the Senate statutory committees, standing committee memberships, and released the committee schedule for the 57th Legislature.

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Number of VA loans issued in Arizona increased by 208.6% from Q3 2023 to Q3 2024

By Grand Canyon Times | Nov 12, 2024

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) issued 3,580 home loans in Arizona, totaling $1.5 billion, during the third quarter of the fiscal year 2024, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Petersen announces new leadership for Senate Standing Committees

By Grand Canyon Times | Nov 12, 2024

Senate President Warren Petersen has announced the Senators who will lead the Senate Standing Committees for the 57th Legislature.

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Horne urges focus on academics over race and gender politics in schools

By Grand Canyon Times | Nov 12, 2024

Tom Horne, the Superintendent of Public Instruction, has raised concerns about the academic performance in the Osborn school district.

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VA issues fewer Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in Arizona in Q3 vs. Q2 2024

By Grand Canyon Times | Nov 9, 2024

The VA issued 327 Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in Arizona during the third quarter of fiscal year 2024, compared to 481 loans the previous quarter, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Sen. Shamp on passage of 'Secure the Border Act': 'The people of Arizona want safe communities again'

By Grand Canyon Times | Nov 9, 2024

Sen. Janae Shamp (R-Surprise) said Arizona voters approved Proposition 314, the "Secure the Border Act," to address what she calls the “atrocious Biden-Harris border crisis” and protect communities from drugs, trafficking, and crime.

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Average VA home loan amount in Arizona increases from 2022 to 2023

By Grand Canyon Times | Nov 8, 2024

The average VA loan amount for Arizona in the fiscal year 2023 was $392,394, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Arizona faces vote-counting delays amid criticism over vetoed reform bill

By Grand Canyon Times | Nov 8, 2024

Frustration is once again growing among Arizona voters and candidates due to the prolonged vote-counting process in the state.

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Senator Wadsack investigates Pima County Recorder's Office over election concerns

By Grand Canyon Times | Oct 30, 2024

Senator Justine Wadsack has initiated an investigation into the Pima County Recorder's Office over potential violations that may have affected thousands of voters in Southern Arizona.

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VA provides 2,599 home purchase loans in Arizona in Q3

By Grand Canyon Times | Oct 28, 2024

There were 2,599 VA home purchase loans issued in Arizona in the third quarter of the fiscal year 2024 totaling $1.1 billion, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Petersen challenges EPA's electric vehicle mandates in court

By Grand Canyon Times | Oct 21, 2024

Senate President Warren Petersen has filed an opening brief against the Biden-Harris Administration's Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) over electric vehicle mandates.

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VA provides 3,580 home loans in Arizona totaling $1.5 billion in Q3

By Grand Canyon Times | Oct 19, 2024

The U.S. Department of Veterans' Affairs (VA) issued 3,580 home loans totaling $1.5 billion in Arizona during the third quarter of the fiscal year 2024, according to the Veterans' Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Arizona lawmakers urge Supreme Court intervention on female-only sports participation

By Grand Canyon Times | Oct 17, 2024

One month after a Ninth Circuit panel blocked an Arizona law prohibiting biological males from participating in female-only sports, the Republican-led Arizona Legislature is urging the U.S. Supreme Court to intervene.

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Arizona experiences higher inflation rate than national average as of September 2024

By Grand Canyon Times | Oct 16, 2024

As of September 2024, Arizona experienced a 22.1% increase in prices of goods and services since January 2021, compared to the nationwide trend of a 20.5% increase.

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Arizona receives $130.2 million in VA Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans during Q3

By Grand Canyon Times | Oct 16, 2024

The VA issued 327 Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in Arizona during the third quarter of fiscal year 2024, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.