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City Council approves School Resource Officer agreements

By Mohave Today Report | Dec 14, 2023

The Chandler City Council has approved agreements with the Chandler Unified, Kyrene and Mesa school districts to provide school resource officers at all public high schools and middle schools in Chandler through June 2026.

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Chandler City Council approves agreements to begin the expansion of the Tumbleweed Recreation Center

By Mohave Today Report | Dec 13, 2023

Chandler’s Tumbleweed Recreation Center (TRC) will soon be able to accommodate more community members due to an expansion project.

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Rep. Biasiucci: Biden's immigration policy is a 'national threat that will have disastrous impacts on the entire country'

By Mohave Today | Dec 13, 2023

In a recent correspondence with President Biden, Rep. Leo Biasiucci (R-Ariz.) along with other Arizona House Republicans expressed their concerns regarding the current border control policies. The lawmakers criticized the Biden Administration's decision to close the Lukeville port of entry.

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Gosar Calls for Contempt Charges Against Hunter Biden for Skipping Congressional Deposition

By Mohave Today | Dec 13, 2023

Washington, DC - Congressman Paul A. Gosar has issued a statement in response to Hunter Biden's refusal to appear before the House Oversight and Accountability Committee. Congressman Gosar, in his statement, expressed his frustration and accused Hunter Biden of obstructing justice. He called for immediate action, including holding Hunter Biden in contempt of Congress.According to Congressman Gosar, Hunter Biden's refusal to comply with a legally issued subpoena is a clear act of obstruction of justice. He believes that no one, not even the President or his son, is above...

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Gosar Votes to Begin Formal Impeachment Investigation Against Joe Biden

By Mohave Today | Dec 13, 2023

Washington, DC - Congressman Paul A. Gosar, D.D.S. (AZ-09), has voted in favor of H. Res 918, a legislation that formally directs certain committees to continue their ongoing investigations as part of the existing House of Representatives inquiry into whether there are sufficient grounds to impeach Joe Biden. In a statement, Congressman Gosar expressed his support for the impeachment investigation and highlighted the importance of uncovering the truth about Joe Biden's alleged involvement in corrupt activities."For nearly a year, the House Oversight and Accountability...

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JustServe recognizes Chandler for Volunteerism

By Mohave Today Report | Dec 12, 2023

The City of Chandler was recognized by JustServe as one of six cities nationally to receive the inaugural JustServe Global Cities Award during the Dec. 4 City Council meeting and at a recent National League of Cities conference.

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Chandler Continues System Development Fee Update Process

By Mohave Today | Dec 12, 2023

The Chandler City Council in Arizona recently held a work session and public hearing to continue the process of updating the city's Land Use Assumptions and Infrastructure Improvements Plan, as well as related system development fees as required by state law. System development fees are fees paid by developers during the building permit process to fund growth-related infrastructure and facilities.Chandler has been using system development fees since 1997 as a way to ensure that growth pays for growth. These fees have allowed the city to keep taxes low and avoid issuing...

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Chandler City Council Approves Funding from Maricopa County for Heat Relief Services

By Mohave Today | Dec 12, 2023

The Chandler City Council has recently approved a contract extension with the Human Services Department of Maricopa County for heat relief services for the summer of 2024. This extension will ensure that the contract remains effective through December 2024.Last year, Maricopa County allocated funds from the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) to support heat relief services in various areas of the county. Encouraging collaboration among neighboring cities, Chandler partnered with the City of Mesa to oversee the contract with the county and provide comprehensive services to...

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Chandler Joins Fight Against Human Trafficking

By Mohave Today Report | Dec 11, 2023

The City of Chandler was recognized during the Dec. 4th City Council meeting by the Arizona Anti-Trafficking Network for becoming a Cities Empowered Against Sexual Exploitation (CEASE) Designated City, highlighting the collective efforts to eradicate human trafficking and sexual exploitation within Arizona.

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City Council Approves School Resource Officer Agreements

By Mohave Today | Dec 11, 2023

The Chandler City Council has recently approved agreements with three local school districts to provide school resource officers at public high schools and middle schools in Chandler. The agreements will be in effect until June 2026.During the City Council's meeting on December 7th, the agreements were given the green light. These agreements will fund a total of 12 school resource officer positions across the districts. The Arizona Department of Education School Safety Program will cover the majority of the personnel costs for these positions, with any remaining costs...

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Gosar Demands Answers from CBP for Closing Lukeville POE

By Mohave Today | Dec 10, 2023

In response to the Custom and Border Patrol's decision to close the Lukeville Port of Entry (POE) without sufficient notice, Representative Paul Gosar has demanded answers from CBP Commissioner Troy Miller and Chief Patrol Agent John Modlin of the Tucson CBP Field Office. The closure of the Lukeville POE has had a significant impact on the daily lives of more than 3,100 individuals who rely on it for work, vacation, study, visiting family, and receiving medical care. Gosar expressed his concern for the inconvenience caused to Arizonans who now have to travel over 200 miles...

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Which former Mohave Today area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Dec. 11?

By Mohave Today | Dec 9, 2023

This former Mohave Today area high school standout will be in action in the week starting Mon Dec. 11.

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Mohave Today area weekly mass times

By Mohave Today | Dec 9, 2023

The following parishes in the Mohave Today coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Inaugural Tempe Veterans Chili Championship raises funds for veterans this Saturday

By Mohave Today Report | Dec 9, 2023

The inaugural Tempe Veterans Chili Championship hosted by City of Tempe Veteran Services and Valors Veterans Community AZ will bring together the community for a day of good food, football, friendly competition and giving back for a good cause.

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Free workforce development services expanding

By Mohave Today Report | Dec 9, 2023

Tempe is expanding its free workforce development services to help businesses fill positions.

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Chandler City Council Approves Agreements for Tumbleweed Recreation Center Expansion

By Mohave Today | Dec 8, 2023

Chandler, Arizona - The Chandler City Council has given the green light for the expansion of the Tumbleweed Recreation Center (TRC). The project, which is set to begin in early 2024, will add approximately 11,000 square feet of space to the existing facility, providing more opportunities for the community to engage in recreational activities.The expansion will include a range of amenities and programming spaces to cater to individuals of all ages and ability levels. According to the plans, there will be two multipurpose rooms, two patios with shade structures, a fitness...

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Tempe Public Library kicks off Writing & Cover Design Contest

By Mohave Today Report | Dec 8, 2023

Aspiring writers and artists are invited to show off their talents in the 2024 Tempe Writing Contest. Writers can submit original work for a chance to be published in this year’s Tempe Writes: An Anthology.

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Rep. Biasiucci: Phoenix mayor 'must reject the DOJ's coercive consent decree'

By Mohave Today | Dec 7, 2023

Rep. Leo Biasiucci (R-Ariz.) recently joined forces with fellow Arizona House Republicans to pen a letter to Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego, urging her to reject any potential consent decrees put forth by the Department of Justice (DOJ). This appeal comes in the wake of a two-year DOJ investigation into the Phoenix Police Department.

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Ring in the New Year with a splash

By Mohave Today Report | Dec 7, 2023

Winter Waves returns to Kiwanis Recreation Center, 6111 S. All-America Way. Enjoy splashing in three-foot waves in the indoor, heated pool Dec. 27-30 from 1-5 p.m.

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Congressman Demands Answers for Closure of Lukeville Port of Entry

By Mohave Today | Dec 6, 2023

Washington, DC -- Congressman Paul A. Gosar, D.D.S. (AZ-09), has demanded answers from the United States Customs and Border Protection (CBP) regarding the recent closure of the Lukeville Port of Entry (POE) in Arizona. The closure of this port has raised concerns about the impact on the local community and the prioritization of illegal aliens over American citizens."Lukeville is the fourth highest POE in Arizona for border crossings," stated Congressman Gosar. "Each day, thousands of people rely on moving through the Lukeville POE for various reasons such as work,...