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Scottsdale tackles residential food waste issue

By East Arizona News Report | Dec 11, 2023

Residential food waste is responsible for 40 percent of landfill material nationwide.

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Whiteriver Unified District welcomed 2,351 students in 2022-23 school year

By East Arizona News | Dec 10, 2023

There were 2,351 students enrolled in Whiteriver Unified District schools in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Arizona Department of Education.

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East Arizona News area weekly mass times

By East Arizona News | Dec 9, 2023

The following parishes in the East Arizona News coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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There were 2,557 students enrolled in Show Low Unified District schools in 2022-23 school year

By East Arizona News | Dec 9, 2023

For the 2022-23 school year, Show Low Unified District experienced an increase in enrollment numbers compared to the previous year, with 2,557 more students being enrolled.

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How many students were enrolled in Heber-Overgaard Unified District schools in 2022-23 school year?

By East Arizona News | Dec 8, 2023

For the 2022-23 school year, Heber-Overgaard Unified District experienced an increase in enrollment numbers compared to the previous year, with 105 more students being enrolled.

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Snowflake Unified District Education: 2,761 Students were enrolled in schools in 2022-23 school year

By East Arizona News | Dec 7, 2023

For the 2022-23 school year, Snowflake Unified District experienced an increase in enrollment numbers compared to the previous year, with 40 more students being enrolled.

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Scottsdale tackles residential food waste issue

By East Arizona News | Dec 7, 2023

In an effort to address the significant problem of residential food waste, the city of Scottsdale is taking proactive measures to educate its residents on the importance of reducing food waste and finding sustainable solutions. With residential food waste accounting for 40 percent of landfill material nationwide, Scottsdale is collaborating with local businesses to promote composting at home and encouraging residents to donate unused food.The timing of this initiative is particularly crucial as the holiday season approaches, when the amount of leftovers and food waste...

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Schweikert: Every Dime That Congress Votes on Is Borrowed Money

By East Arizona News | Dec 7, 2023

U.S. Representative David Schweikert (AZ-01) delivered a speech on the House Floor today, highlighting the concerning state of the country's finances. He emphasized that gross interest will exceed $1 trillion this fiscal year, making it the second largest expense in the government. Schweikert also drew attention to the fact that the Social Security trust fund is projected to run out of money in nine years, leading to a 25% cut in retirement benefits and potentially doubling senior poverty.Schweikert addressed the issue of the Social Security trust fund running out,...

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Enrollment at Pinon Unified District schools increased by 13.1% compared to previous school year

By East Arizona News | Dec 6, 2023

For the 2022-23 school year, Pinon Unified District experienced an increase in enrollment numbers compared to the previous year, with 122 more students being enrolled.

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Holbrook Unified District welcomed 1,838 students in 2022-23 school year

By East Arizona News | Dec 5, 2023

There were 1,838 students enrolled in Holbrook Unified District schools in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Arizona Department of Education.

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There were 456 students enrolled in Joseph City Unified District schools in 2022-23 school year

By East Arizona News | Dec 4, 2023

There were 456 students enrolled in Joseph City Unified District schools in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Arizona Department of Education.

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How many students were enrolled in Winslow Unified District schools in 2022-23 school year?

By East Arizona News | Dec 3, 2023

There were 1,879 students enrolled in Winslow Unified District schools in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Arizona Department of Education.

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McNary Elementary District Education: 128 Students were enrolled in schools in 2022-23 school year

By East Arizona News | Dec 2, 2023

There were 128 students enrolled in McNary Elementary District schools in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Arizona Department of Education.

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East Arizona News area weekly mass times

By East Arizona News | Dec 2, 2023

The following parishes in the East Arizona News coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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SFD Annual Toy Drive is In gear!

By East Arizona News Report | Dec 1, 2023

Scottsdale Fire is now accepting unwrapped toys and gift cards through Dec. 20 at SFD fire stations and headquarters.

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Enrollment at Vernon Elementary District schools increased by 11.8% compared to previous school year

By East Arizona News | Dec 1, 2023

For the 2022-23 school year, Vernon Elementary District experienced an increase in enrollment numbers compared to the previous year, with 13 more students being enrolled.

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Schweikert Statement on the Passing of Justice Sandra Day O’Connor

By East Arizona News | Dec 1, 2023

WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Congressman David Schweikert (AZ-01) expressed his condolences on the passing of Justice Sandra Day O’Connor, the first female Supreme Court Justice. In his statement, Schweikert highlighted O'Connor's remarkable life and her significant contributions to the nation.Schweikert acknowledged O'Connor as an iconic figure from Arizona who paved the way for women everywhere. He recognized her as an esteemed jurist who often played a pivotal role on the Supreme Court. The Congressman shared a personal connection with O'Connor, having met her as a...