Michael Lucie

ARIZONA NEWS | May 27, 2020

Arizona launches campaign to reinvigorate state’s tourism industry

As the Arizona economy adjusts to the virus outbreak, the Arizona Office of Tourism has launched a campaign aimed at reviving tourism throughout the state.

ARIZONA NEWS | May 26, 2020

Arizona nursing homes to receive influx of PPE from FEMA

Arizona nursing homes are about to receive the first phase of personal protective equipment delivery from the Federal Emergency Management Agency.

ARIZONA NEWS | May 25, 2020

St. Mary’s Food Bank to hold ‘Shopping Mall Food Hall’ drive on Saturday

St. Mary's Food Bank will be holding a food drive to address the decrease in donated items due to coronavirus-related cancelations and postponements.

ARIZONA NEWS | May 23, 2020

North Scottsdale welcoming new restaurant Teriyaki Madness

As Arizona businesses continue to adapt to the coronavirus outbreak, one entrepreneur is ready to call North Scottsdale home for his new restaurant.

ARIZONA NEWS | May 21, 2020

CVS announces 16 new coronavirus drive-thru testing locations in Arizona

CVS Pharmacy announced on Thursday an expansion of of its coronavirus drive-thru testing capabilities throughout Arizona.

ARIZONA NEWS | May 21, 2020

Phoenix leads nation in population growth for 4th consecutive year

Phoenix has attracted more new residents than any other city in the United States for the fourth year in a row, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.

ARIZONA NEWS | May 20, 2020

Grand Canyon to open limited services for Memorial Day weekend

The National Park service announced Wednesday that portions of the Grand Canyon's South Rim will be open in a modified capacity on Memorial Day weekend.

ARIZONA NEWS | May 20, 2020

Fry’s Food Stores expand coronavirus drive-thru testing in Tempe

Fry's Food Stores announced on Monday additional dates that will provide free coronavirus drive-thru testing for residents in the Tempe area.

ARIZONA NEWS | May 19, 2020

Arizona’s high court orders gradual reopening of state’s court system

The Arizona Supreme Court has issued procedural direction for Arizona's courts and the public for returning to in-court operations.

ARIZONA NEWS | May 19, 2020

Goodyear’s new police chief promoted from role as acting chief

The city of Goodyear has selected Santiago Rodriguez to serve as its new police chief following his service as acting chief since October.

ARIZONA NEWS | May 17, 2020

Recycling in Phoenix has increased during the coronavirus outbreak

The collection of organic and recyclable waste in Phoenix has increased 20%, according to the Public Works Department's assistant director.

ARIZONA NEWS | May 14, 2020

Maricopa County announces enhanced contact tracing strategy

Metro Phoenix public health officials detailed the goals and strategies through which Maricopa County intends to ramp up contact tracing efforts.

ARIZONA NEWS | May 13, 2020

Buckeye detectives conclude yearlong investigation with homicide arrest

Buckeye police detectives have arrested 28-year-old Joshua Escoto-Cisneros in connection with a homicide first reported in April 2019.

ARIZONA NEWS | May 13, 2020

Off-Road Expo in Scottsdale rescheduled until October

Scottsdale's Off-Road Expo event has been rescheduled for Oct. 17 and 18 after being postponed due to health concerns related to the coronavirus outbreak.

ARIZONA NEWS | May 12, 2020

Arizona announces plan to test all patients, staff in long-term care centers

AZDHS Director Dr. Cara Christ announced that the state is coordinating coronavirus tests for all patients and staff within long-term care facilities.

ARIZONA NEWS | May 12, 2020

North Phoenix shooting range reopening with new protocols

Ben Avery Shooting Facility will be implementing new health and safety procedures when it reopens on Wednesday for the first time since March 20.

ARIZONA NEWS | May 12, 2020

New Arizona fire restrictions to take effect across state on Tuesday

Arizona will be taking additional steps to prevent wildfires by enforcing Stage 2 fire restrictions across the state beginning on Tuesday.

ARIZONA NEWS | May 7, 2020

ASU report shows dramatic impact of virus outbreak on local nonprofits

Arizona nonprofits are struggling to serve their local communities as the coronavirus outbreak continues to take its toll on the state.

ARIZONA NEWS | May 6, 2020

Maricopa Community Colleges 3D-printing PPE for medical workers

Maricopa Community Colleges are utilizing 3D printers to produce and donate PPE to health care facilities and first responders across the Valley.

ARIZONA NEWS | May 6, 2020

Arizona ranks among best states in nation for nurses, study finds

Just before National Nurses Week kicked off on Wednesday, a study found Arizona to be one of the country's top-rated states for the nursing profession.

ARIZONA NEWS | May 5, 2020

Arizona health department reports new data on virus antibody testing

The Arizona Department of Health services on Tuesday announced an update to the laboratory section of its online coronavirus dashboard.

ARIZONA NEWS | May 4, 2020

Ducey orders enhanced coronavirus reporting by long-term care facilities

Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey announced Monday that long-term care facilities must report their coronavirus data to the loved ones of their residents.

ARIZONA NEWS | May 4, 2020

Gov. Ducey announces hair salons, barber shops can reopen on Friday

Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey announced during a Monday press conference that barber shops and hair salons can reopen their services to the public on Friday.

ARIZONA NEWS | Apr 30, 2020

Arizona boosts PPE supplies through federal program Project Airbridge

Project Airbridge operates within the Supply Chain Task Force and is said to expedite delivery of overseas medical supplies into the United States.