The WM Phoenix Open features a partnership with Novel Ice Cream, which created a special "WMPO Green Dream" flavor, supporting local charities with 20% of sales.

Queen Creek financed a water purchase from Harquahala Valley using a successful COP sale, aiming for water self-sufficiency and reducing groundwater pumping. The town received high credit ratings for the move indicating strong fiscal health.

Several Arizona school districts face increased financial instability, with nine in a high-risk category for budget issues, per a state auditor's report.

Yvonne Fedderson, Childhelp co-founder, has passed away at 90. Her work in child abuse prevention and treatment has impacted over 14 million children and families.

Volunteer opportunities at Buckeye Air Fair 2026 are open for various roles, including event setup and overseeing booths.

Buckeye's Fitness in the Park program offers free exercise classes at Sundance and Tartesso Sports Parks, featuring yoga, Zumba, and dance fitness, promoting community health.

Cafecito Coffeehouse opened in Tolleson with a ribbon-cutting event, earning a Certificate of Special Congressional Recognition and support from city officials.

Queen Creek inaugurated the Gail A. Barney Public Safety Support Facility to improve emergency response, repurposing a former sports complex for police and fire department use.

The city is seeking public feedback via a survey to improve its website, with the deadline for participation on February 13.

Phoenix is hosting military training exercises at night until February 13, aimed at minimizing public visibility and not affecting city services or immigration enforcement.

Tucson Pride announced it is canceling the Feb. 21, 2026 festival and will dissolve the organization; organizers say refunds for vendors and sponsors will be issued.

Arizona's ombudsman office handled roughly 9,300 cases last year and is on pace to top 10,000 as DES-related complaints about SNAP, medical and unemployment benefits surge. The governor has moved $7.5M to speed processing.

The Casa Grande Public Library resumes activities post-Martin Luther King Jr. Day, including a Navajo Code Talkers presentation, language and tech classes, and various reading groups.