Yuma News
White House Launches a Call to Action for Private Sector Engagement on the Global Refugee Crisis
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- Written by White House White House
- Published: 30 June 2016 30 June 2016
Washington, DC - Today the White House is announcing a Call to Action for the U.S. private sector to stand with the Administration and make new, measurable and significant commitments that will have a durable impact on refugees residing in countries on the frontlines of the global refugee crisis and in countries of resettlement, like the United States.
Governor Doug Ducey On Proposition 123 Dollars Released To Schools
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- Published: 30 June 2016 30 June 2016
Phoenix, Arizona - Arizona Governor Doug Ducey: "Today is a great day for Arizona schools, students and teachers.
Arizona Governor Doug Ducey Honoring The Yarnell 19
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- Published: 30 June 2016 30 June 2016
Phoenix, Arizona - “Three years ago today, Arizona lost 19 brave Granite Mountain Hotshots to the most devastating wildfire in Arizona history. Our hearts are with their families, fellow firefighters and the community of Yarnell on this solemn anniversary.
Public Funds For Contract Lobbyists Revoked Under Executive Order
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- Published: 30 June 2016 30 June 2016
Phoenix, Arizona - In an effort to protect taxpayers and reduce the influence of special interests at the state Capitol, Governor Doug Ducey has issued an executive order that terminates state contracts with professional lobbyists and ends the long-standing practice of state government entities spending significant public dollars on contract lobbyists.
Tucson Business Owner Ordered to Go To Jail for Motorhome Scam
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- Published: 30 June 2016 30 June 2016
Tucson, Arizona - Attorney General Mark Brnovich announced a judge ordered a Tucson business owner to go to jail for continuing to scam consumers in violation of a 2010 Arizona Consumer Fraud Judgment. In May 2016, a Pima County Superior Court Judge found Claude Thomas Kennedy in contempt of court and ordered him to pay a $100,000 fine by June 10, 2016 or face jail time. Kennedy did not pay the fine, and the court issued an arrest warrant for Kennedy on June 16, 2016. Kennedy's whereabouts are unknown at this time.
Home Security System Scams
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- Published: 30 June 2016 30 June 2016
Phoenix, Arizona - Attorney General Mark Brnovich is warning Arizonans to be aware of door-to-door home alarm security scams. The scam involves using deceptive sales tactics and misleading statements to get consumers to sign up for home alarm contracts or switch home alarm monitoring services.
Activities abound at July 4 festival
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- Written by City of Yuma City of Yuma
- Published: 30 June 2016 30 June 2016
Yuma, Arizona - Featuring American-style family barbecue, refreshments, patriotic entertainment and activities for all ages, the 4th of July All-American BBQ and Fireworks Spectacular starts at 4 p.m. Monday, July 4 at Desert Sun Stadium and the Ray Kroc Sports Complex, 36th Street and Avenue A.