The Vista Grande Library is hosting a free composting class in partnership with the University of Arizona Cooperative Extension Master Gardeners on August 10th to educate on sustainable practices.

The City of Surprise invites high schoolers to join the Surprise Youth Justice Project to participate in a restorative Teen Court program. Applications are open for students residing in or enrolled within the city.

The Arizona Department of Environmental Quality issued an Ozone High Pollution Advisory for Maricopa County, warning of high ozone levels on two consecutive days.

The Pima County Department of Environmental Quality has issued an Ozone Action Day for Tucson, cautioning sensitive groups to limit outdoor activities due to high ozone levels.

Bonita Creek Estates will host a ceremony on August 17 to honor six firefighters who died in the 1990 Dude Fire. The memorial will feature speeches and a fundraiser barbecue.

Surprise hosts blood drives with Vitalant, offering donors Halloween themed t-shirts. Drives occur on August 23, September 20, and 23 at different locations. Booking is advised using code p1T62.

The City of Chandler launched the Chandler Career Center, a virtual platform in partnership with Pipeline AZ to connect job seekers with local jobs, especially in manufacturing and healthcare sectors.

The S'edav Va'aki Museum in Phoenix has been reaccredited by the American Alliance of Museums, highlighting its commitment to industry standards and best practices.

A fire in a Phoenix apartment displaced seven people; no injuries were reported. The cause is under investigation; aid is provided for temporary housing.

Litchfield Park has introduced a new parking permit system to address congestion during school pickup and dropoff times in the Village area, for residents during restricted weekday hours.

Phoenix faces extreme summer heat affecting plant life, with record high temperatures leading to leaf scorch and drop in trees, as well as damage to cacti and succulents. Proper watering is essential for plant preservation.

Queen Creek's August E-Newsletter focuses on school zone safety, drowning prevention, energy-saving workshops, website updates, celebrations for Constitution Week, community engagement awards, and opportunities for civic participation.

The Pima County Department of Environmental Quality issued an advisory due to high ozone levels, recommending sensitive groups limit outdoor activity and suggesting ways for all residents to minimize pollution.