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Two Arizona State Parks and Trails programs earn Environmental Excellence Awards

Pam Wanner10 hours ago1 day ago4 mins

PHOENIX – On Saturday, March 8, Arizona State Parks and Trails earned two top awards at the 43rd Environmental Excellence Awards from Arizona Forward, presented by SRP. The Kids on the Colorado River program received the Crescordia Award in the Environmental Education and Communication category, and the Artist in Residence program received the Award of Distinction in the Art in Public Places category.

Arizona lawmakers reintroduce water rights legislation in U.S. Congress

Pam Wanner2 days ago2 days ago4 mins

PHOENIX — Members of Arizona’s Congressional delegation from both sides of the aisle have led the way in reintroducing legislation to ratify and fund the historic Northeastern Arizona Indian Water Rights Settlement Agreement.

Leftover permit-tags remain for 2025 elk hunts

Pam Wanner4 days ago4 days ago2 mins

PHOENIX — Arizona hunters still have an opportunity to receive a hunt permit-tag for select 2025 elk hunts. The Arizona Game and Fish Department has posted a list of leftover hunt permit-tags, as well as a printable paper application, on its website.

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Applications now open for the AZ Association of Realtors scholarship program

Pam Wanner5 days ago5 days ago3 mins

PHOENIX – The Arizona Association of REALTORS’ Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) Committee has opened applications for the 2025 DEI Real Estate Scholarship Program. This scholarship will support two eligible candidates who have graduated from high school and are seeking a career in the real estate field. The program will provide up to $1,500 to each recipient, with funds helping to cover the costs associated with real estate pre-licensing school, exam fees, and the first year of REALTOR state and national dues. Selections will be made by the DEI Committee’s Scholarship Review Board based on the evaluation of eligibility requirements and submitted applications. According to…

2025 pronghorn, elk hunt draw results available

Pam Wanner1 week ago1 week ago3 mins

PHOENIX — The Arizona Game and Fish Department (AZGFD) has released the draw results for 2025 pronghorn and elk hunts.

November sports betting figures released

Pam Wanner1 week ago2 weeks ago1 mins

PHOENIX – Bettors in Arizona wagered approximately $898 million on sports in November of 2024, according to a new report by the Arizona Department of Gaming.