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The Barry Goldwater Memorial in Paradise Valley, Arizona

Biden announces McCain library in Arizona

September 30, 2023 The Center Square

President Joe Biden announced the John S. McCain III National Library in Tempe, Arizona, on Thursday, which will be completed by the McCain Institute and Arizona State University.

Why you should consider a trip to Phoenix, Arizona

June 12, 2023 Sightseers’ Delight

The breathtaking landscapes and magnificent sunsets that the scenic Sonoran Desert surrounding Phoenix provide are as iconic as the city’s attractions.

Arizona attorney general leads charge for consumer protections in new airline legislation

October 5, 2020 The Center Square

Arizona Attorney General Mark Brnovich is the lead signer on a letter sent to Congress Thursday from 40 attorneys general asking that consumer protection measures be included in new airline bailout legislation.

Lawmakers introduce bill to hold rioters responsible for destruction

September 18, 2020 Sightseers’ Delight

A group of Republican lawmakers introduced a bill to hold rioters responsible for destruction nationwide.

Explore the history of firefighting at the Hall of Flame Museum of Firefighting

June 11, 2020 Todd DeFeo

When it comes to an appreciation of firefighting and the equipment firefighters use, the Hall of Flame Museum of Firefighting in Phoenix is an absolute must.

Arizona to residents: Take a staycation and enjoy the Grand Canyon State

June 5, 2020 The Center Square

The Arizona Office of Tourism is launching a campaign aimed at getting Arizonans out and about in their own backyard, supporting businesses and attractions that have struggled due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Arizona saw spike in travel over Memorial Day weekend

May 29, 2020 The Center Square

Arizona residents took road trips of varying lengths at a 40 percent higher rate than the week before.

Grand Canyon to reopen to tourists for Memorial Day

May 20, 2020 The Center Square

The National Park Service will reopen the Grand Canyon to tourists for Memorial Day weekend but there will be additional restrictions in place, and many popular viewing locations will likely remain closed, officials said.

Jerome, Arizona, mining history worth exploring

May 11, 2020 Todd DeFeo

The mountainside hamlet of Jerome, Ariz., is a chiming, one-of-a-kind town with a deep history worth exploring. After a quick drive through this town, located about 20 miles west of Sedona, it’s hard to believe this was at one point one of Arizona’s largest cities.

Arizona could restrict entry to Arizona, governor says

April 3, 2020 The Center Square

Asked Friday whether he would restrict entry to Arizona from Americans coming from elsewhere, Gov. Doug Ducey didn’t rule it out.