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Send us a text and chime in! Traveling through any busy airport can be hectic and challenging for anyone. For someone experiencing dementia, the experience can be overwhelming. With an estimated 7 million people in the United States experiencing dementia, Phoenix Sky Harbor offers the Dementia Friendly Air Travel Workshop to passengers and caregivers of people with dementia. The goal is to give th...

Send us a text and chime in! Recently, female firefighters from the Phoenix Fire Department took part in a Female Firefighter Cancer Cohort Study, being run by the University of Arizona and Florida State University. “We’re taking specific measurements of their gear and their body, and then they're going into a live fire training, and then we’re going to be collecting some samples afterwards,...

Send us a text and chime in! Here is the Pocket Fire update for Friday, July 10th.  Official Acreage: 27,451 Start Date: June 19, 2026 Location: 7 miles north of Sedona, Arizona Cause: Undetermined Personnel: 1,148 Fuels: Timber and Brush Containment: 73% Highlights: Containment increases to 73% on the Pocket Fire. Operations: Today, firefighting personnel will continue to reinforce all establishe...

Send us a text and chime in! Due to a fire in the area, the Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office (YCSO) has issued a GO evacuation order for zones YCU – 2333 and YCU – 2336 near Cordes Lakes. (July 9th: 4:45 PM) The duration of the evacuation is currently unknown. The Yavapai County Office of Emergency Management (YCOEM), YCSO, and partner fire agencies are closely monitoring the situation. Evacuation...

Send us a text and chime in! Please be advised that Asphalt Paving & Supply, Inc., in conjunction with Yavapai County, will be performing asphalt overlay roadwork on the entire length of Beaverhead Flat Road and Cornville Road from Kimberley’s Way and the ADOT I-17 interchange. Construction will begin July 13, 2026, continuing through November 12, 2026. Road construction will consist of crack...

Send us a text and chime in! The pavement rehabilitation portion of the State Route 347 Improvement Project ramps up this week after the long holiday weekend, as the Arizona Department of Transportation begins work on 14 miles of roadway improvements along this busy commuter corridor. Some initial paving work began on June 29 before the holiday travel began. Paving work resumes the night of July 8...

Send us a text and chime in! As a "Silver Tsunami" of retirements threatens the independent retail gardening sector, a new operator-led network has launched to offer owners a profitable alternative to corporate buyouts or closure. Garden Outfitters, founded by nationally recognized horticulture expert Ken Lain, officially launched today to provide independent garden centers (IGCs) with a...

Send us a text and chime in! In-N-Out Burger is preparing to open a new restaurant in San Tan Valley, adding another popular dining option to one of Arizona’s growing communities. The new location is planned for 33375 N. Gary Road, near Hunt Highway. In-N-Out currently lists the restaurant as “Opening Soon,” though an official opening date has not yet been announced. The San Tan Valley restaurant...

Send us a text and chime in! Prescott High School freshmen will get a hands-on look at the cost of adulthood this August through The Reality Store, an interactive financial literacy program designed to help students connect classroom learning with real-world decisions. The program, presented by the Prescott Branch of the American Association of University Women in collaboration with The Launch Pad...

Send us a text and chime in! Prescott Valley will celebrate National Night Out on Tuesday, August 4, 2026. This annual, town-wide event invites neighbors to come together and strengthen connections with one another and with the first responders who serve our community. Each year, the evening brings a special sense of energy and unity as residents and first responders build the positive relationshi...

Send us a text and chime in! Brad Fain and Ron Fain are joined by Prescott Valley Chief of Police Robert Ticer for a discussion on the ongoing Legado fire investigation. Chief Ticer provides a law enforcement perspective on the case, including why federal resources became involved and why some details remain limited while the investigation is active. The video also addresses public questions, comm...

Send us a text and chime in! July is National Park and Recreation Month, which means the city of Glendale is ramping up with fun and FREE events. The events are open to anyone, Glendale residents or not, to enjoy! There are many great visual opportunities for live segments, including people making family-themed large magnets at Sahuaro Ranch Park, adults playing games, ascending rock-climbing wall...

Send us a text and chime in! The City of Surprise continues to invest in water conservation by offering five rebate opportunities to help residents save water and money. Available now through June 1, 2027, the Water Conservation Rebate Program includes rebates for a variety of water-efficient improvements, including a brand-new rebate option introduced this year. Eligible City of Surprise resident...

Send us a text and chime in! As Arizona prepares to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary, the Arizona America250 Commission today announced a statewide exhibition of postcards created through its Dear America, Love Arizona initiative, featuring thousands of messages collected from students, families, and community members across Arizona. Beginning this summer, a curated selection of postcards wil...

Send us a text and chime in! Sharlot Hall Museum and the nonprofit Vision of Vets today announced the opening of "Profiles in Courage," a permanent, free exhibit that lets visitors hear America's combat veterans tell their own stories. The exhibit is now open in the Liese and Rosenblatt Gallery, located in the Archives Building Lobby at 115 S. McCormick Street, Prescott, Arizona. Th...

Send us a text and chime in! Rep. Quang Nguyen and Rep. Selina Bliss join SignalsAZ for a Legislative District 1 update from the Prescott rodeo grounds. In this episode, they discuss Arizona legislative session highlights, local priorities in Yavapai County, public safety, health care, agriculture, infrastructure, and voting information. They also share why rodeo week is important to Prescott and...

Send us a text and chime in! Clean house responsibly with a free, drive-thru recycling event. Tempe’s next Zero Waste Day is Saturday, July 25, from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Tempe Fire Training Center, 1340 E. University Drive. Zero Waste Day events are held four times per year to help residents recycle items, including those not permitted in garbage containers and blue recycling containers. All accept...

Send us a text and chime in! The City of Phoenix is launching Targeted One-Time Crisis Assistance to provide short-term financial support to households that have experienced a complete loss of nutrition assistance through the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) on or after October 1, 2025. The program helps households maintain stability by covering essential utility expenses, allowing...

Send us a text and chime in! The city of Sedona promoted Roxanne Holland as Public Works Director/City Engineer, effective yesterday, July 1, 2026 following the retirement of the previous Public Works Director/City Engineer Kurt Harris. Holland has served the city for nearly 14 years, most recently as the Wastewater Director for seven years, in progressively responsible engineering and leadership...

Send us a text and chime in! An eighth-grade student from the Tucson area was honored recently for their ingenuity at the eleventh-annual RTX Invention Convention U.S. Nationals, powered by The Henry Ford. They were among over 70 award-winning K-12 inventors from across the nation who were celebrated during the June 5 awards ceremony. The ceremony featured a keynote from Julian Kage, an Invention...

Send us a text and chime in! Public art reflects the people, places, and stories that make a community unique. From murals and sculptures to interactive installations and creative public spaces, public art can inspire, connect, and celebrate the character of Kingman while enhancing the places where people live and work. Which is why the City of Kingman is inviting the community to help shape the f...

Send us a text and chime in! July brings a variety of events to Findlay Toyota Center in Prescott Valley, from arena football and community programs to one of Arizona's premier gem-and-mineral shows. Whether you're looking for family-friendly activities, educational demonstrations, or live sports, there's something for all ages throughout the month. Here's a look at what's...

Send us a text and chime in! One of the Prescott Valley Police Department’s (PVPD) goals is to reduce crime and the fear of crime. According to the Commonsense Institute Arizona, the state currently ranks 11th in the nation for financial fraud. To help residents protect themselves, PVPD offers several specialized classes and safety programs. Available programs include the NRA-certified "Refus...

Send us a text and chime in! CrossFit Prescott Valley is helping people of all ages build strength, confidence, and a better quality of life. In this episode of Signals News Podcast, Irene Smith shares how CrossFit changed her life and helped her find a strong community in Prescott Valley. #CrossFitPrescottValley #PrescottValley #SignalsAZ #SignalsNewsPodcast #CrossFitCommunity #FitnessJourney #Fu...

Send us a text and chime in! Here is the Pocket Fire update for Tuesday, July 7th. Official Acreage: 26,803 Start Date: June 19, 2026 Location: 7 miles north of Sedona, Arizona Cause: Undetermined Personnel: 1,238 Fuels: Timber and Brush Containment: 51% Highlights: Containment increases to 51% the Pocket Fire. Operations: Tuesday, firefighting personnel are going direct around the Secret Cabin an...