Phoenix aquatics staff were awarded for saving a 4-year-old child at Cortez Pool, with officials highlighting the importance of lifeguard training in community safety.

The Main Library in Mesa is providing prepacked book boxes in August to local Little Free Library stewards to diversify and refresh their collections.

Avondale starts a recycling program with a $64,000 grant, offering a drop-off service at the Civic Center for various recyclables, supporting multifamily housing residents and emphasizing legal compliance.

Pinal County, in collaboration with the CAG, is conducting a survey to understand and improve transportation services for seniors and individuals with disabilities. Residents can participate online to influence future mobility options in the county.

The Pima County Department of Environmental Quality has issued a health alert for high ozone levels in Tucson, particularly affecting sensitive groups.

The Arizona State Auditor's latest report highlights deficiencies within the Department of Corrections in rehabilitating inmates and informing victims about early releases, indicating a need for program and process improvements.

The 75th Annual Coconino County Fair in Northern Arizona features agriculture, art, and entertainment, including live shows, exhibits, and carnival attractions. Early bird tickets offer discounts.

El Mirage offers Free Open Swim Sundays and budget-friendly swim lessons for kids aged 3-12, aiming to improve public safety and accessibility to swimming as a vital life skill.

The Maricopa County Summer Reading Program encourages reading in Peoria with prizes for participation, incorporating local businesses where secret codes can be collected and exchanged for rewards.

City Hall Café in Hanai Peoria offers summer specials to support local patrons and employs young adults from foster care, featuring midweek deals on drinks and breakfast items.

Arizona State Superintendent Tom Horne advises schools to seek legal advice before implementing new Title IX guidelines, citing legal uncertainties and potential harms to students.

The City of Apache Junction is hosting a "Free Dump Week" where residents can dispose of waste at the landfill free of charge, provided they show proof of residency.

Avondale, with contractor VSS International, is set to begin crack sealing on Avondale Boulevard on July 29, as part of its Pavement Preservation Program, leading to resurfacing work later in summer.