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City of Phoenix Local Government Meetings today.

Trey McBride participates in Tight End University

Trey McBride's inclusion in Tight End University, an event founded by George Kittle, Travis Kelce, and former Panthers player Greg Olsen, marks a significant milestone in his career. Created in 2021 and held annually in Nashville, the gathering is one of several player-driven events designed to foster skill development among NFL players.

George Yateem given Gratitude Award for work with Arizona Breathe Free

George Yateem, a member of Arizona Breathe Free, was honored with the Gratitude Award during the annual Breathe Free Conference held by Arizona Breathe Free's parent company National Breathe Free Sinus & Allergy Centers.

Maricopa County launches billboard campaign for regional heat relief

Starting this week, more than 100 digital billboards across the Valley will display critical local heat relief resources, thanks to a partnership between Maricopa County, Clear Channel Outdoor, the Maricopa Association of Governments, and the City of Phoenix. Billboards owned by Clear Channel Outdoor will promote 211 Arizona to direct at-risk community members to one of over 230 local heat relief sites that can help them stay cool during Arizona's dangerous late spring and summer heat.

Grand Canyon graduates to compete in U.S. Olympic Track and Field Trials

Grand Canyon graduate hurdler James Smith II and graduate thrower Israel Oloyede will compete at the U.S. Olympic Track and Field Trials, which begin Friday in Eugene, Oregon, and run through June 30.

Maricopa County receives 20 NACo awards for human services programs

Maricopa County Human Services Department has been recognized by the National Association of Counties (NACo) with 20 Achievement Awards for their work supporting vulnerable residents in the nation’s fourth most populous county.

Greater Phoenix Chamber announces new board members for FY 2024–2025

The Greater Phoenix Chamber has announced its new board members for the 2024-2025 fiscal year. Laura Lynn Smith, division vice president and general manager at ADP, Inc., will serve as the board chair, succeeding Scott Smith, managing partner of TowerHunter. Stacy Derstine, vice president of external affairs at APS, will serve as chair-elect.

In Memory: Remembering Jimmy Bryan on Their Death Anniversary (June 19)

On June 19, 1960, tragedy struck as James Ernest "Jimmy" Bryan died in a racing accident.

Cardinals face choice between seasoned veteran and promising rookie at key position

Unassuming, as an adjective, was made for Aaron Brewer. The Cardinals long snapper, often wearing his ubiquitous bucket hat out on the practice field, does his job quietly and effectively for a long time – just like all the Cardinals' long snappers before him.

Maricopa seeks public input on community needs assessment survey

The Maricopa County Department of Human Services is seeking public input to assess community needs and address fair housing issues within the county. The feedback collected from the Community Needs Assessment Survey will help prioritize decisions for federally funded programs, share development needs, and make a difference in affordable housing.

Maricopa County launches new consolidated online permitting system

Maricopa County has introduced a new online permitting system, known as Permit Center, consolidating existing systems across county departments into a comprehensive platform for permit reviews, inspections, payments, and more.

Local Government Meetings today in City of Phoenix

By PHX Reporter | Jun 18, 2024

City of Phoenix Local Government Meetings today.

Maricopa County promotes two employees to assistant county manager roles

By PHX Reporter | Jun 18, 2024

Maricopa County, one of the state's largest employers, is adding dynamic leadership to its executive team.

Brittney Griner named WNBA Western Conference Player of the Week

By PHX Reporter | Jun 18, 2024

Phoenix Mercury center Brittney Griner has been named the Western Conference Player of the Week for June 10-16, the WNBA announced today. This marks Griner’s 14th career Player of the Week honor, the second most in franchise history behind Diana Taurasi (21), and her first since September 13, 2021.

In Memoriam: Charlotte Armstrong remembered on her birthday, ex-professional baseball player (June 17)

Charlotte T. Armstrong (née Lubman) was born on June 17, 1924, in Phoenix, Arizona.

Government events this week in City of Phoenix: June 16-22

The following events are scheduled to take place in City of Phoenix this week.

Maricopa County receives record number of national achievement awards

Maricopa County is being recognized for exceptional public service. The National Association of Counties (NACo) awarded Arizona’s most populous county 75 National Achievement Awards for designing and implementing programs that have made a measurable, positive impact on the community over the past year. The 75 NACo awards are the most the county has ever received. With 22 county departments, elected offices, and courts honored in 2024, Maricopa County is seeing nearly half of its 50 lines of business recognized for excellence.

Bernhard Seikvots navigates challenges while awaiting NFL opportunity