Last month my organization, the Arizona Free Enterprise Club, launched a statewide campaign to raise awareness of the continuing problem of corporate welfare and special interest handouts being pursued at the state legislature. In particular, we want voters to be informed when their lawmakers are more interested in helping out politically-connected industries and lobbyists than hard-working taxpayers.

Representative Ron Barber’s opinion piece in the Arizona Daily Star (3/5/13) was just silly. Barber questions: “Are too many individuals and businesses putting solar panels on their roofs?”  This is a classic straw man question to divert one’s attention from the real issue: are massive government subsidies for solar companies efficient and effective? Barber avoids the tough question

While not quite the blizzard the National Weather Service predicted Tuesday afternoon, Wednesday's storm has brought snow to the entire Tucson region.

(NewsUSA) - It's the season when welcome mats will be rolled out in homes across America to greet houseguests arriving for shared meals and warmth. While friends and family are welcomed visitors, there are other, less welcome guests who don't need an invitation to enjoy the treats and trimmings the winter offers -- rodents.

(BPT) - Home ownership is an important investment that can create both a sense of pride and a place in the world that is all your own. While the investment in purchasing or building your own home is sizeable, letting your home fall into disrepair can be even more costly. However, home maintenance doesn’t have to be a daunting task. By following a few simple steps and making maintenance a regular activity, you’ll not only preserve the quality of your home, but you’ll likely save money over the long term.

Almost all Americans now have access to recycling - and more than 90 percent say they recycle in their daily lives, according to a recent national survey. And it’s never been easier to recycle, including the plastic bottles, caps and containers we use every day.

(NewsUSA) - Illinois kids hoping to attend college might start honing their pizza-delivery skills now. They're going to need all the tips they can earn.

(StatePoint) Achieving your financial goals can sound like a daunting New Year’s resolution if you aren't organized when it comes to your money. But by planning ahead, you can more easily improve your financial situation.

As the Town of Marana awaits word from the Arizona Supreme Court regarding its litigation case with Pima County over control of the Marana Wastewater Reclamation Facility, staff and council are taking necessary steps at the local level that could reduce the amount of time spent in court. 

I am running to represent you in the Arizona House because I share your frustration with the actions of our legislature.  They have been ignoring our economic problems while pushing an extreme social agenda. 

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It’s tough to make the leader of a street gang cry, but that’s exactly the type of results the Pima County Sheriff’s Department has seen with its newly formed High Impact Offender Program.

Here’s the most important thing you need to know about Proposition 204: It will give our children increased opportunities for success in their educations and their lives. That translates to a brighter future for our children and for Arizona.

After being found guilty of tax fraud, Phillip Ernest Narum, 46, was sentenced to 48 months in prison earlier this week.

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Northwest Fire District’s Ironwood Hotshot crew, consisting of about 20 firefighters, has returned to Tucson after being dispatched to help subdue the Waldo Fire in Colorado and Grapevine Fire at Mt. Graham in Safford. 

On Saturday, July 7, my family and I were some of the many unfortunate travelers who were stuck in the slow-moving traffic on Interstate 10 near Marana. I-10 had been shut down around 6:30 p.m. when a semi traveling in the westbound lanes lost control, crossed the median, dragged some wires from the median and collided with an SUV in the eastbound lanes.

The Arizona Department of Public Safety and Northwest Fire District had a busy night Saturday, answer to major calls for accidents on Interstate 10 within a 12-hour period.

He has been assaulted, had a cup of urine thrown at him, had drivers try and hit him, been flashed by a car full of girls and even shot at, all while simply jogging to release stress and gain the health benefits that come along with exercise.

A jury found a Marana man guilty for 14 counts of fraud Wednesday.

The U.S. Green Building Council has announced LEED platinum certification for the two newest residence halls at the University of Arizona. This is the first residential project to earn LEED platinum in the state of Arizona and the second LEED platinum designation for the UA.

The trial for a Marana man accused of tax fraud continues, as the government presented its case to the jury earlier this week.

Jury selection was held on Monday, and the trial began Tuesday.

Theresa Chavez, of Ironwood Ridge High School, was recently recognized by Tucson Values Teachers for using education as a tool to impact the lives of children who face atypical adversity outside of the classroom.

Feud is laughable and insulting