If you have visited the Phoenix Zoo within the last 20 years, chances are you saw one of their most popular animals on your stroll around the park. On Thursday, the Phoenix Zoo sadly announced that their 51-year-old Asian elephant Reba, who lived at the Phoenix Zoo for more than 20 years, had died....
Read MoreThe Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust has responded to the coronavirus crisis with more than $6 million in emergency grants awarded to science, human services and arts and culture nonprofits in Maricopa County. Arizona State University’s Biodesign Institute will receive the Piper Trust’s largest grant, with $2 million going to expand its automatic, rapid...
Read MoreAs Arizona small businesses continue to suffer financial fallout due to the coronavirus pandemic, some much-needed relief has been launched by Local First Arizona. The local economic development organization launched an initiative which seeks to provide immediate financial relief to Arizona’s small businesses, according to a press release. The relief is said to provide...
Read MoreFamily Promise of Greater Phoenix, a nonprofit organization that rescues primarily first-time homeless families and their pets by providing emergency shelter and basic needs while assisting these families in returning to independence, has had to completely change its operations model amid the coronavirus pandemic. Before the coronavirus pandemic, Family Promise relied on its network...
Read MoreContact lens wearers are being advised to switch to glasses amid the coronavirus outbreak as doing so may lessen the urge to touch your eyes. The advice, issued by the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO), is part of larger guidance on how to stop COVID-19 from entering through the eyes. While it is well...
Read MoreThe City of Phoenix this weekend began limiting access to various hiking destinations in order to promote social distancing due to the coronavirus pandemic. Five of the city’s high-traffic hiking destinations will have limited access, and the visibility of park rangers and city staff at those locations will increase to resolve issues with vehicle...
Read MoreEven while local small businesses are hurting, some are still going the extra mile for first responders during the coronavirus outbreak. Phoenix-based Miracle Mile Deli got word firefighters were struggling to find their daily dose of groceries while on duty, so they stepped up. “I figured, well let’s give them an opportunity to come...
Read MoreBy Greg Stanton Member of Congress In this time of great uncertainty, I want to ensure you and your family have access to accurate information regarding federal and local COVID-19 resources. My office has compiled a COVID-19 Resource Guide which includes information on the following resources and more: Local COVID-19 testing Medicare coverage Veteran health services Food...
Read MoreOn Wednesday night, March 25th, Ajo Al’s will be donating 100% of its sales in support of their employees. Ajo Al’s invites all of their wonderful customers to come out and support their staff. Income for employees in the restaurant industry has been disproportionately affected in this crisis. A Note From Ajo Al’s: Employees...
Read MoreAs the number of coronavirus cases continue to increase in Arizona and across the country, health care facilities and their staffs have to effectively prioritize their time, testing and treatment regarding the infectious disease. Although many Valley residents want to be tested for COVID-19, not everyone qualifies. Frank LoVecchio, an emergency room physician at...
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