U.S. Defense Department Invests $20 Million into Accelerated Manganese Production at South32's Hermosa Project near Patagonia
The Department of Defense awarded South32 $20 million to accelerate manganese production for the U.S., emphasizing the mineral's strategic significance for national defense and industry.
Arizona Joins Forces with Neighboring States to Combat Wildfires: Governor Hobbs Signs House Bill 2751 into Law
Arizona's House Bill 2751, signed by Governor Hobbs, joins Arizona in the Great Plains Wildland Fire Protection Compact, enhancing wildfire response through mutual aid among states.
Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs Signs Four Bills, Vetoes Foster Care Scholarship Legislation
Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs signed four bills focused on fire management, emergency management, fingerprinting, and child enticement, and vetoed a bill on foster care scholarships citing flaws.
Arizona Rep. Gail Griffin Advocates for Groundwater Recharge Projects to Alleviate Rural Water Scarcity
Rep. Gail Griffin advocates for enhanced groundwater recharge in Arizona, highlighting potential sites across the state and urging use of natural filtration to boost water supplies, especially in rural areas like Big Chino and Upper San Pedro.
Rep. Grijalva Seeks Extension of Public Input on Hermosa Mine Project to Aid Spanish-Speaking Arizonans
Rep. Grijalva requests an extension to the public input period for Arizona's Hermosa Mine Project, emphasizing the local Hispanic community's need for additional time to assess its impacts.