Maricopa County
Recent News About Maricopa County
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Avian flu detected through wastewater surveillance in Maricopa County
The Maricopa County Department of Public Health (MCDPH) has detected an influenza subtype linked to avian flu in local wastewater.
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Arizona issues high pollution advisory for New Year's Eve and Day
The Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) has issued a High Pollution Advisory (HPA) for Maricopa County, Arizona, on Tuesday, December 31 and Wednesday, January 1.
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Board seeks applicants for constable position in Manistee Justice Precinct
The Maricopa County Board of Supervisors is currently seeking candidates for the role of Manistee Justice Precinct Constable.
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Advisory issued for high PM2.5 pollution in Maricopa County over Christmas
The Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) has issued a High Pollution Advisory (HPA) for December 24 and 25 in Maricopa County, Arizona, due to expected high levels of particulate matter 2.5 (PM2.5), commonly known as soot.
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Maricopa County sues mulching operation over zoning violations
Maricopa County has initiated a lawsuit against Growers Market, a mulching operation in Laveen, following inspections that indicate non-compliance with an order to cease operations.
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Buckeye takes over management of Joe Foss Shooting Complex under new agreement
Maricopa County and the City of Buckeye have reached an agreement to reopen the Joe Foss Shooting Complex at Buckeye Hills Regional Park.
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High pollution advisory issued in Maricopa County for December 19-20
The Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) has announced a High Pollution Advisory (HPA) for December 19 and 20, due to expected elevated levels of particulate matter 2.5 (PM2.5), commonly known as soot, in Maricopa County.
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Funding approved for ASU study on life expectancy gap in South Phoenix
Maricopa County has joined forces with Arizona State University (ASU) to tackle a pressing health issue in the community: a 14-year life expectancy gap between residents of South Phoenix and North Scottsdale.
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Maricopa County issues 'No Burn Day' due to high particulate matter levels
The Maricopa County Air Quality Department (MCAQD) has announced a "No Burn Day" for Wednesday, December 18, due to elevated levels of Particulate Matter 2.5 (PM2.5), also known as smoke, in Maricopa County, Arizona.
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Maricopa County considers extending tax for long-term public safety funding
The Public Safety Funding Committee (PSFC), established by the Maricopa County Board of Supervisors, has presented its recommendations to address the upcoming expiration of a long-standing funding source for correctional facilities and related...
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High pollution advisory issued for PM2.5 in Maricopa County
The Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) has issued a High Pollution Advisory (HPA) for Maricopa County, Arizona, set for Saturday, December 14.
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Maricopa County issues 'No Burn Day' due to high particulate matter levels
The Maricopa County Air Quality Department (MCAQD) has announced a "No Burn Day" for Thursday, December 12, due to elevated levels of Particulate Matter 10 (PM10), commonly known as dust, in Maricopa County, Arizona.
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Board allocates funds for kiwanis park renovation
The Maricopa County Board of Supervisors has approved $500,000 for the renovation of the playground at Kiwanis Park in New River.
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Maricopa County allocates $7.5 million to combat homelessness with Phoenix partnership
In a move aimed at addressing homelessness in Maricopa County, the Board of Supervisors has allocated $7.5 million to the City of Phoenix Office of Homeless Solutions (OHS).
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Mesa schools receive additional $1M for job training program
The Maricopa County Board of Supervisors, led by Vice Chairman Thomas Galvin, has decided to extend its agreement with Mesa Public Schools.
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Avian flu detected among zoo animals in Maricopa County
The Maricopa County Department of Public Health (MCDPH) is collaborating with state and federal agencies to address a recent detection of avian influenza in several animals at a zoo collection in Litchfield Park.
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Maricopa County breaks ground on new affordable housing community in Surprise
Maricopa County has commenced the construction of a new affordable housing community in Surprise, Arizona.
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Maricopa County invests $500K in Arizona's first nonprofit Green Bank
The Maricopa County Industrial Development Authority (MCIDA) has invested $500,000 in Sustainable Home Improvement Loans of Arizona (SHILA), marking a notable step in supporting sustainable home improvements for low- and moderate-income homeowners.
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Guadalupe parking lot project receives $452K from Maricopa County Board
A community project aimed at revitalizing a parking lot in Guadalupe received approval from the Maricopa County Board of Supervisors, who allocated $452,000 in Community Solutions funding for the endeavor.
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Maricopa County launches annual campaign against wood burning
The Maricopa County Air Quality Department (MCAQD) has initiated its annual "Burn Cleaner, Burn Better" campaign for the fall and winter seasons.