News by Elle Johnson | South Pima News

University of Arizona to shift more students to in-person instruction

By Elle Johnson | Oct 14, 2020

If there continues to be a trend in positive public health metrics, the University of Arizona will allow more students to attend in-person classes, President Robert Robbins said.

Tucson launches new grant program for small business renovations

By Elle Johnson | Sep 21, 2020

The City of Tucson has introduced a new grant program designed to help small businesses make improvements.

Those with jobs in Sedona commute from larger cities, research shows

By Elle Johnson | Sep 15, 2020

As tourism increases, there has been increased traffic in Sedona, a popular resort town, but the traffic is also due to residents commuting to work.

Ducey defers renewal of driver licenses to prevent COVID-19 spread

By Elle Johnson | Sep 7, 2020

Gov. Doug Ducey has issued an executive order to defer requirement to renew a standard driver license as the state continues to prevent the spread of COVID-19.

Ducey allocates $350,000 from Coronavirus Relief Fund to support centers, shelters for domestic abuse victims

By Elle Johnson | Aug 23, 2020

The AZ Coronavirus Relief Fund is allocating $350,000 to 27 organizations that offer shelter and support to those who have been a victim of domestic abuse, Gov. Doug Ducey said.

Green Valley Sahuarita Chamber calls on Arizona Legislature to reopen the economy

By Elle Johnson | May 6, 2020

The Green Valley Sahuarita Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors are asking the Arizona Legislature to take action against Gov. Doug Ducey's stay-at-home order extension.

University of Arizona keeps tuitions the same, increases some fees

By Elle Johnson | Apr 30, 2020

At the University of Arizona, there won't be any increase in the base tuition for the upcoming school year, the school's administration proposed.

Inmates released to reduce jail population amid COVID-19 pandemic

By Elle Johnson | Mar 30, 2020

Arizona sheriffs are releasing inmates from jail to reduce the jail population and encouraging officers to use citations and not arrests in an effort to stop the spread of COVID-19.