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Friday, August 23rd, 2024

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Good morning, Maricopa. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 23rd of August.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • In an exclusive interview, former Maricopa County Sheriff Joe Arpaio discusses his opinions on Donald Trump and recounts an awkward encounter with Barack Obama.  12 News

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • The Bureau of Land Management lifted fire restrictions in central and southern Arizona due to increased rainfall reducing wildfire risks.  The Arizona Republic
  • Severe thunderstorm warning in Maricopa County with risks of strong winds and hail, impacting various locations and roads.  The Arizona Republic
  • The EPA proposes conditional approval of Rule 205, aiming to boost air quality in Arizona by allowing companies to earn credits for upgrading to cleaner vehicles, promoting economic growth while ensuring compliance with Clean Air Act regulations.  Maricopa County

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • The Arizona Supreme Court ruled the open primary initiative constitutional, though a signature validity challenge persists.  KJZZ
  • The Supreme Court partially granted an emergency stay that restricts Arizonans from registering to vote without proof of citizenship, impacting the presidential race and voter registration laws.  The Arizona Republic
  • Frank J. Conti, a long-serving Maricopa County Justice of the Peace, died at 61 from a heart attack while on vacation in Canada.  The Arizona Republic

LIFESTYLE NEWS

  • Arizona's extreme heat exacerbates windshield cracks, potentially leading to expensive replacements and tickets  The Arizona Republic

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Evening Entertainment at Harrah's Ak-Chin Casino

    Experience an exciting night of entertainment at Harrah's Ak-Chin Casino's Events Center in Maricopa, Arizona.

    Fri, 9/13/24

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  • SYN & WIN: Community Game Day

    Experience a fun and easy game event where you can connect with neighbors and win prizes while supporting local nonprofits.

    Sat, 9/14/24

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  • Live Concert by Jesse & Joy at Harrah's Ak-Chin Casino

    Experience the enchanting performance of Latin Grammy Award-winning duo Jesse and Joy at The Events Center.

    Fri, 9/20/24

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  • 16th Annual KiDs DaY MaRiCoPa

    Experience a fun and educational day focused on health and safety for children and families, featuring interactive demonstrations, food, and special guest appearances.

    Sat, 9/21/24

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REAL ESTATE

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JOB BOARD

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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