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The Buzz: The benefits and drawbacks of becoming a city or town

As Vail considers incorporating, we ask what changes in a community when it adds local government.

Congressional watchdog describes border wall harm, says agencies should work together to ease damage

A report released by the Government Accountability Office offers the first independent assessment of damage caused by the building of more than 450 miles of wall.

Dr. Jasleen Chhatwal on helping loved ones survive dark times.

Also on Arizona Spotlight: Step into a Record Fair at the final HOCO Fest; A look at the living diversity of Navopatia; and Stories That Soar! returns with a tale about a local 5th grader's journey with retinoblastoma.

Water conservation measures announced for Grand Canyon National Park

Park officials said the water saving measures were effective immediately as crews cannot pump water from Roaring Springs to the South Rim to replenish water stores.

Wadsack recall falls short

Supporters could not gather the signatures they needed.

Why is alfalfa one of Arizona's biggest crops?

Three of the 5 Cs that traditionally made up Arizona's economy have to do with agriculture. So how is that industry doing as water gets scarce?

US government cancels loans for former Ashford University students and plans to recoup costs from UA

The university denies any liability for Ashford's actions and will be “assessing its options.”

The Buzz: A look at UA and ASU's move to the Big 12 Athletic Conference

The economics of a new media deal are driving the programs to leave a conference that is the only one many fans have ever known.

Art is Rachel Ivanyi's first language.

Also on Arizona Spotlight: How do YOU pronounce "Sahuarita"?, and a profile of Brad Lancaster, water harvester.

More internet access for rural schools

The state Department of Education is expanding high speed internet.

Grand Canyon officials warn E. coli has been found in water near Phantom Ranch

Park authorities said visitors should not consume any water in that area without boiling it first.

UA Addresses Campus Safety in Back-to-School Briefing

University officials said safety relies on awareness.

Cactus League rebounds without shutdowns from COVID-19, labor disputes, economic study shows

The Cactus League contributed $418 million to Arizona’s Gross Domestic Product, according to a study conducted by Arizona State University’s Seidman Research Institute.

Arizona fares slightly better as high mortgages, low inventory hit home sales

The National Association of Realtors reported this week that existing home sales fell 2.2% from June to July, when 4.07 million homes were sold nationwide.

Bisbee becomes the newest "Community Wildlife Habitat" in Arizona

Grassroots effort aims to help pollinators and other wildlife in the city.

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