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Local Government Meeting today in PHX Reporter coverage area

By PHX Reporter | Apr 30, 2024

PHX Reporter coverage area City Council Meeting starting at 6 pm today — here's what you need to know!

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Alhambra Elementary District students and their AASA Math performance in 2022-23 school year

By PHX Reporter | Apr 30, 2024

There were 6,728 Alhambra Elementary District students who took the AASA Math test in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Arizona Department of Education.

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Did Union Elementary District students pass or fail their AASA Language Arts tests in 2022-23 school year?

By PHX Reporter | Apr 30, 2024

There were 1,129 Union Elementary District students who took the AASA Language Arts test in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Arizona Department of Education.

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Maricopa County Launches 2024 Heat Relief Efforts Following Record Heat Deaths

By PHX Reporter | Apr 30, 2024

In response to the increasing number of heat-related deaths in Maricopa County, the Maricopa County Department of Public Health (MCDPH) has announced plans to enhance its heat relief efforts for 2024. Dr. Rebecca Sunenshine, medical director for MCDPH, highlighted the importance of providing extended access to cooling centers and resources for residents in need.Dr. Sunenshine emphasized the need for longer operating hours and increased accessibility to cooling centers, stating, "people need cooling centers to be open longer and on weekends." The MCDPH has collaborated...

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Banner Health emphasizes water safety ahead of summer

By PHX Reporter | Apr 30, 2024

With summer approaching, Banner Children’s at Desert is urging families to prioritize water safety. The Children's Safety Zone reports 12 drowning fatalities among children aged 6-12 in 2023, and five fatalities among those aged 0-5 from January to April this year in Maricopa and Pinal counties.

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Government events this May in PHX Reporter coverage area

By PHX Reporter | Apr 30, 2024

The following events are scheduled to take place in PHX Reporter coverage area this month.

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Banner Health highlights child water safety ahead of summer

By PHX Reporter | Apr 30, 2024

As summer approaches, Banner Children's at Desert is urging families to stay informed and vigilant about water safety. According to Children’s Safety Zone, 12 children aged 6 to 12 drowned in 2023, and from January to April this year, there have been five drownings among children aged 0 to 5 in Maricopa and Pinal counties.

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Maricopa County Public Health Ramps Up 2024 Heat Relief Efforts

By PHX Reporter | Apr 30, 2024

Maricopa County Public Health is investing in community support to prevent another record-breaking year of heat deaths by expanding the Maricopa County Heat Relief Network. Dr. Rebecca Sunenshine, medical director for MCDPH, emphasized the importance of providing accessible cooling centers for residents, stating, “people need cooling centers to be open longer and on weekends...people need help finding cooling centers and other heat relief resources.”To support the community, MCDPH has developed a comprehensive plan, including partnering with major cities like Phoenix,...

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Inaugural Championship Belongs to the Trojans

By PHX Reporter | Apr 30, 2024

The spring season marked the introduction of girls' flag football in PVSchools, with each high school competing twice. Despite the impressive performance of the Pinnacle High School Pioneers, it was the Paradise Valley High School Trojans who emerged victorious in the championship.PVSchools expressed gratitude towards the individuals who dedicated their efforts to make the inaugural season a success, stating, "PVSchools commends the student-athletes, staff, and volunteers who put in the hard work to contribute to a successful first season." The school district highlighted...

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Cartwright Elementary District: 20% of students passed their AASA Language Arts tests in 2022-23 school year

By PHX Reporter | Apr 29, 2024

There were 9,296 Cartwright Elementary District students who took the AASA Language Arts test in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Arizona Department of Education.

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Madison Elementary District students and their AASA Math performance in 2022-23 school year

By PHX Reporter | Apr 29, 2024

There were 3,662 Madison Elementary District students who took the AASA Math test in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Arizona Department of Education.

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Adoption Fees Waived at Maricopa County Animal Care & Control Thanks to BISSELL Pet Foundation’s "Empty the Shelters" Event

By PHX Reporter | Apr 29, 2024

The BISSELL Pet Foundation is once again spearheading a national effort to promote pet adoption with its "Empty the Shelters" reduced-fee adoption event from May 1 to May 15. Maricopa County Animal Care & Control (MCACC) in Arizona will be joining over 410 shelters in 43 states in this initiative, with adoption fees being waived for dogs six months and older."Our nation’s animal shelters are facing a capacity crisis and need your help now," stated Cathy Bissell, Founder of BISSELL Pet Foundation, emphasizing the importance of finding loving homes for shelter pets. She...

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Banner nurse practitioner shares path from COVID frontline to Mrs. Arizona crown

By PHX Reporter | Apr 29, 2024

PHOENIX (April 29, 2024) - Nurse Practitioner Jackie Cook from Banner Urgent Care reflects on her journey from the uncertainty of the COVID-19 pandemic to winning Mrs. Arizona American 2021. The experience was transformative for Cook, who worked at Banner Thunderbird Medical Center when COVID cases surged in Phoenix in 2020.

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Government events this week in PHX Reporter coverage area: April 28 - May 4

By PHX Reporter | Apr 29, 2024

The following events are scheduled to take place in PHX Reporter coverage area this week.

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Paradise Valley Unified District students and their AASA/ACT Math performance in 2022-23 school year

By PHX Reporter | Apr 28, 2024

There were 13,980 Paradise Valley Unified District students who took the AASA/ACT Math test in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Arizona Department of Education.

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Roosevelt Elementary District: 20% of students passed their AASA Language Arts tests in 2022-23 school year

By PHX Reporter | Apr 28, 2024

There were 4,806 Roosevelt Elementary District students who took the AASA Language Arts test in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Arizona Department of Education.

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Which former PHX Reporter area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon April 29?

By PHX Reporter | Apr 28, 2024

These former PHX Reporter area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon April 29.

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Did Deer Valley Unified District students pass or fail their AASA/ACT Math tests in 2022-23 school year?

By PHX Reporter | Apr 27, 2024

There were 17,200 Deer Valley Unified District students who took the AASA/ACT Math test in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Arizona Department of Education.

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Fowler Elementary District: 20% of students passed their AASA Language Arts tests in 2022-23 school year

By PHX Reporter | Apr 27, 2024

There were 2,445 Fowler Elementary District students who took the AASA Language Arts test in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Arizona Department of Education.

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School events this week in PHX Reporter coverage area: April 28 - May 4

By PHX Reporter | Apr 27, 2024

The following school events are scheduled to take place in PHX Reporter coverage area this week.