Tuesday, March 10, 2026

Good Morning! On this day in 1934, Gov. Benjamin Moeur ordered the Arizona National Guard to patrol the Colorado River during a dispute with California over the construction of Parker Dam.

An author sampled more than 70 burgers statewide for a new hiking and food guide. See his top picks here, then test your own knowledge of Arizona’s burger joints in Trivia.

The partial government shutdown is causing major delays at airports across the country, just in time for spring break. On today’s The Flyover Podcast, host Ayla Brown breaks down what’s happening with TSA staffing and what travelers should know before heading to the terminal. Tune in here!

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Goodyear and Peoria Among Value Leaders

Goodyear and Peoria were named on MoneyLion’s list of the 50 most affordable, fastest-growing U.S. cities, ranking No. 2 and No. 17, respectively.

The rankings evaluate cities based on population growth, income levels, and living costs, including the average household income left after home mortgages and rents are paid.

Goodyear posted 33.9% five-year population growth, with renters averaging $56,608 and homeowners $47,513 in leftover annual income. Peoria saw 17.1% growth over the same period, with renters left with $48,528 and homeowners with $38,726.

Frisco, Texas, ranked No. 1, while Vancouver, Washington, was last among the 50 cities.

Amazon’s Zoox Plans Robotaxi Testing

Amazon-owned Zoox will begin testing its autonomous vehicles in Phoenix and Dallas as it expands robotaxi development beyond its current markets.

The company will start by mapping roads using a small fleet of retrofitted Toyota Highlander SUVs with human safety drivers behind the wheel.

Zoox said Phoenix’s extreme heat, dust, and high-speed roadways make the area an ideal testing ground for sensors and battery performance.

Zoox also plans to open a Scottsdale fleet fusion center providing teleguidance, mission control, and rider support as the company prepares to compete with Waymo and Tesla in Phoenix.

Sports Complex Use Grows

The Arizona Athletic Grounds sports complex in Mesa reported strong growth in its second full year under new ownership, welcoming more than 2.8 million visitors last year, a 16% increase from the year prior.

Formerly known as Legacy Park and Bell Bank Park, the complex continues to rebound from bankruptcy and a fraud case tied to its original owners.

Officials credited the growth to youth sports tournaments, expanded dining and retail, and partnerships with groups like MLS NEXT, the Professional Pickleball Association, and the American Cornhole League.

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➤ Phoenix Valley: Local gas prices climbed past $4 as global oil prices rose amid tensions involving Iran, with Arizona among the nation’s most expensive states for fuel. (Watch)

➤ Pinal County: The sheriff’s office launched a Youth Mentorship Program for students ages 12 to 17 centered on life skills, service, and law enforcement connections. (More)

➤ Statewide: New rules for Arizona’s Farmers Market Nutrition Program require seniors and WIC households to apply online or by mail for $50 in coupons per person. (More)

➤ Superior: Drivers should expect full closures on U.S. 60 between Superior and Miami from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. today through Thursday for bridge replacement work. (Map)

➤ Tohono O’odham Nation: Crews continue restoring the nearly 230-year-old San Xavier Mission facade by removing concrete added in the 1950s. (Watch)

➤ Cottonwood: Fire crews will conduct a 25-acre prescribed burn at Dead Horse Ranch State Park starting at 9 a.m. today, expected to last about six hours. (More)

➤ Grand Canyon women’s basketball lost to Colorado State on a buzzer-beater in the Mountain West tournament quarterfinals, likely ending the team’s chances at an NCAA tournament bid. (More)

➤ The Arizona Cardinals restructured contracts for running back James Conner and cornerback Sean Murphy-Bunting to keep them on the team for next season at a slight discount. (More)

➤ Meanwhile, the Cardinals will sign running back Tyler Allgeier to a two-year, $12.25 million deal. Allgeier played for Atlanta last season. (More)

➤ Arizona State men’s basketball plays Baylor today in round one of the Big 12 tournament, while Arizona has a bye and won’t play until Thursday. (See Bracket)

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➤ Employees of Bookmans Entertainment Exchange in Flagstaff ratified their first collective bargaining agreement since unionizing at the used book, music, and games store in 2024. (Photo)

➤ Gilbert town planning commissioners voted 6–1 to recommend rezoning a 16-acre lot at Higley and Ocotillo roads for a retail center anchored by a proposed 128,660-square-foot Target. (More)

➤ Bisbee city leaders seek proposals from destination marketing organizations following a 3% to 4% drop in visitors, with businesses saying the decline is affecting sales. (Watch)

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➤ An 8-year-old Little Leaguer from Lake Havasu City who lost both legs to a rare infection will throw the ceremonial first pitch for the Arizona Diamondbacks’ opening day on March 30. (Watch)

➤ A Mesa retiree has crafted more than 75 wooden bowls to hold the Beads of Courage that child cancer victims receive for milestones during treatment. (Watch)

➤ Sedona will host a World Water Day event on March 21 at Slide Rock State Park with hands-on water conservation activities, including helping with a survey of macroinvertebrates at Oak Creek. (Details)

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