Thursday, November 6, 2025

Good Morning! On this day in 1936, Arizonan Everett Bowman took the helm as president of the first professional rodeo group, the Boston-based Cowboys’ Turtle Association.

Thanks to all the veterans who responded to Wednesday’s prompt! We’re honored to count you among The Arizona Flyover’s 70,000 readers. Today’s Trivia has you in mind.

✈️ What happens when a government shutdown collides with the busiest travel season of the year? On today’s episode of The Flyover Podcast, host Ayla Brown explains how the shutdown is putting holiday air travel at risk—and why Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy says he might “shut the whole airspace down.” Click here to watch The Flyover Podcast.

👶 Heads-up, Flyover readers: Our CEO, Cole, is sending a quick note later today about a few Amazon Prime perks you might be missing—plus how a new baby in the house has him on the lookout for deals. Thanks to our friends at Brad’s Deals.

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Spirit to Leave Sky Harbor

Spirit Airlines will end service at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport on Jan. 8 to focus on stronger routes.

The budget carrier will also discontinue service in Milwaukee, St. Louis, and Rochester, New York.

The airline is making the cuts amid its second bankruptcy filing in two years, citing weak domestic leisure travel demand and adverse market conditions.

Spirit’s passenger traffic at Sky Harbor has fallen more than 60% this year, with about 113,000 travelers through September.

Provider Shifting to Contractor Model

Arizona Autism will switch to using more independent contractors without benefits, with plans to lay off roughly 2,800 staff in December.

The Phoenix-based autism services provider says an undisclosed number of staff will be offered contract positions, and it expects no major service disruptions.

The organization cited evolving market conditions, while advocacy groups pointed to potential federal Medicaid cuts.

The layoffs raised concerns among families who rely on the organization’s in-home care and therapy services for children with autism and other developmental disabilities.

Disaster Aid Assessment Underway

Federal emergency response teams are conducting on-site damage assessments in Tempe following the Oct. 13 microburst that damaged more than 1,000 homes and 80 businesses.

Staff from the Federal Emergency Management Agency and Small Business Administration are assessing the community’s disaster aid needs.

“Our longstanding relationships with state, county, and federal governments as well as nonprofits have benefited our whole community during our time of need, and I thank them for standing alongside us,” Tempe Mayor Corey Woods said.

Meanwhile, state Attorney General Kris Mayes filed her 30th multistate lawsuit against the Trump administration, this one involving FEMA funding.

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➤ Statewide: Voters on Tuesday decided on a range of local issues, including the proposed Cochise County jail sales tax, Tucson city council races, and school budget overrides. (Results)

➤ Statewide: A $250 million pump-and-pipe system will enable two-way water transfers between the Central Arizona Project and the Salt River Project starting in 2028. (More)

➤ Mesa: Councilwoman Julie Spilsbury conceded to fellow Republican Dorean Taylor in a recall election, ending her second term early amid criticism of her votes and stance on President Trump. (More)

➤ Tucson: Christopher Scholtes, who pleaded guilty in the hot car death of his 2-year-old daughter, died before his Pima County court hearing. Details are pending. (More)

➤ Statewide: Scammers are targeting residents during Affordable Care Act open enrollment, prompting data security experts to urge use of the official site. (Watch)

➤ Pinetop-Lakeside: The town seeks feedback from residents and businesses to help guide its search for a new town manager. (More)

➤ Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray is expected to return by Nov. 30 as he continues recovering from a foot injury. (More)

➤ The Arizona Diamondbacks declined pitcher Elvin Rodriguez’s club option for the 2026 season, making him a free agent. (More)

➤ Devin Booker said he hopes to spend his entire career with the Phoenix Suns, noting he “was adopted as an 18-year-old coming in” and “embraced through tough times.” (More)

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➤ Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railway asked Maricopa County supervisors to wait to vote on a proposed $3.2 billion Wittmann railway hub until after a full rezoning hearing. (Watch)

➤ The Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community seeks developer interest in a possible casino and commercial development in Mesa as a potential replacement for Casino Arizona. (Watch)

➤ Summerhaven businesses hope a 75-space parking lot and road upgrades now under construction on Mount Lemmon will ease congestion, improve visitor access, and boost local commerce. (Watch)

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➤ Construction crews framed an 1,800-square-foot St. Jude Dream Home in Glendale in 24 hours, with all labor and materials donated. (Watch)

➤ Outlets North Phoenix in Anthem will set up a 70-foot Christmas tree as part of its annual holiday tradition, with a Nov. 15 lighting ceremony and free concert planned. (Watch)

➤ Construction of Tucson’s 100-Acre Wood Bike Park will begin Nov. 19. (Photo)

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