When Ethel Branch first launched a modest GoFundMe last March to help Navajo and Hopi elders and families withstand the impacts of COVID-19, she had no idea how quickly it would grow. One year later, the grassroots Navajo-Hopi Families COVID-19 Relief Fund has received over 100,000 donations, gifts and grants totaling $18 million and has forged partnerships and mobilized hundreds of volunteers to deliver humanitarian relief to thousands in need. “The success of our fundraising campaign was … [Read more...] about An Incredible Team Effort: Navajo-Hopi Relief Group Raises $18 Million in One Year
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Emerging Winemakers Competition & Symposium Returns Virtually to Yavapai College April 24, 2021
In the past decade alone, the Arizona wine industry has grown from 20 to over 100 licensed wineries. On Saturday, April 24 from 9:30 a.m. – 2:15 p.m. PDT, the passion and talent of those helping to shape this flourishing industry will be celebrated at the Emerging Winemakers Competition & Symposium. Organized by the Grand Crew, a Yavapai College Viticulture and Enology student/alumni organization, at the Yavapai College’s Verde Valley campus in Clarkdale, Arizona, the FREE virtual event will … [Read more...] about Emerging Winemakers Competition & Symposium Returns Virtually to Yavapai College April 24, 2021
$235 Million Rural Development Loan will Improve Navajo Tribal Utility Authority
Arizona Senators Kyrsten Sinema and Mark Kelly and Arizona Congressman Tom O’Halleran (AZ-01) applauded the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) decision to award the Navajo Tribal Utility Authority (NTUA) a $235 million Rural Development loan for critical improvements to utility services on the Navajo Nation. “The Navajo Tribal Utility Authority is critical to providing reliable electricity, water, and gas to the Navajo Nation. Today’s funding ensures the Navajo Tribal Utility … [Read more...] about $235 Million Rural Development Loan will Improve Navajo Tribal Utility Authority
Arizona Expands COVID-19 Vaccination Eligibility To All
Registration at Arizona’s state-operated COVID-19 vaccination sites in Maricopa, Pima and Yuma counties will be open to all Arizonans 16 and older beginning at 8 a.m. Wednesday, March 24, Governor Doug Ducey and the Arizona Department of Health Services announced today.“Our goal has been and remains to get vaccine into the community as quickly, widely and equitably as possible,” said Governor Ducey. “Given a thorough review of vaccination data, anticipated vaccine supply, and current demand … [Read more...] about Arizona Expands COVID-19 Vaccination Eligibility To All
Governor Ducey, Fire Safety Officials Provide Wildfire Season Outlook
Governor Doug Ducey today joined the Arizona Department of Forestry and Fire Management and fire safety officials to urge all Arizonans to do their part in preventing wildfires.“We all have a role to play in protecting our forests and communities and minimizing the risk of wildfires,” said Governor Ducey. “It’s important to be responsible and use common sense precautions to help prevent wildfires, like ensuring your fire is out cold before walking away and remembering it is illegal and dangerous … [Read more...] about Governor Ducey, Fire Safety Officials Provide Wildfire Season Outlook
Northern Arizona Solar Co-op Selects Rooftop Solar as the Group’s Provider
Today, Solar United Neighbors (SUN) announced that members of the Northern Arizona Solar Co-op have selected Rooftop Solar to install solar panels for the 160-member group. Co-op members selected Rooftop Solar over five other providers through a competitive bidding process. SUN will hold its final virtual public information session for the co-op on Wednesday, March 24, at 6:00 p.m. The free session will educate the Northern Arizona community about solar energy and the co-op … [Read more...] about Northern Arizona Solar Co-op Selects Rooftop Solar as the Group’s Provider
More Than 1 Million Arizonans Now Fully Vaccinated Against COVID-19
More than 1 million Arizonans—approximately one in seven residents—are now fully vaccinated against COVID-19, Governor Doug Ducey and the Arizona Department of Health Services announced today. Arizona is making plans to continue the momentum as temperatures heat up and in anticipation of increased vaccine supply and opening vaccination to everyone 16 and older by May 1.“Every dose of the COVID-19 vaccine administered to an Arizona resident represents an essential step forward in our fight … [Read more...] about More Than 1 Million Arizonans Now Fully Vaccinated Against COVID-19
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NAH has many open appointments for the first round of the Moderna vaccine. It is vital that all of our appointments are booked and we are giving out at least 80% of the vaccines that are distributed to us to ensure that the vaccines keep coming in the quantities needed. I am hoping you can help NAH spread the word about vaccinations to the Coconino County community through sharing our Facebook post or creating one of your own with vaccine availability. Please message below: Northern Arizona … [Read more...] about Vaccine Information
Sinema Secures Telehealth Care Program for Arizona Veterans
Arizona senior Senator Kyrsten Sinema announced the opening of a first-of-its-kind Project ATLAS telehealth site in Wickenburg, AZ. Project ATLAS (Accessing Telehealth through Local Area Stations) is a partnership between the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Philips North America, and the American Legion to deploy remote telehealth exam rooms—connecting veterans with the VA—in regions where additional health care access is needed but remote connections are difficult to … [Read more...] about Sinema Secures Telehealth Care Program for Arizona Veterans
Governor Ducey Signs Legislation To Promote Forest Health And Prevent Wildfires
Arizona will have more boots on the ground to prevent wildfires under a bill signed today by Governor Doug Ducey. The legislation creates a new partnership, employing Arizona inmates to clear forests of debris. The program is a win-win: forests will be healthier and inmates will have new skills setting them up for employment once they are released. After the signing, the Governor reiterated the importance of the $24.5 million appropriation and looks forward to working with the Legislature to … [Read more...] about Governor Ducey Signs Legislation To Promote Forest Health And Prevent Wildfires