Wednesday, July 30, 2025

Good Morning! On this day in 1921, Gov. Thomas Campbell canceled the state fair to save taxpayers $90,000. This aerial photo shows the fair circa 1909.

Speaking of aerial photos, here’s one from 2015—posted this week on social media—that shows vast rows of cars parked in the Mojave Desert after the Volkswagen emissions scandal.

Learn about the science behind hearing loss and the latest solutions from today’s sponsor, SonoVive.

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Gallego Headed to New Hampshire

U.S. Sen. Ruben Gallego downplayed the prospect of running for president in 2028 ahead of his upcoming visit to a New Hampshire event popular with White House hopefuls.

Democrats in New Hampshire said they’re excited to meet Gallego, while also noting there are other potential contenders lining up visits in the weeks and months ahead.

While gaining notice among fellow Democrats, Gallego drew criticism from Republican Kari Lake, who posted a link to a story on alleged congressional mortgage fraud.

In 2023, Gallego claimed a Washington, D.C. home as his primary residence to secure lower VA loan interest rates. Gallego’s campaign said the VA knew of the arrangement.

$200M Factory, 350 Jobs Coming

Manufacturing company Hadrian will invest $200 million to build a 269,500-square-foot artificial intelligence-aided factory in Mesa, creating 350 jobs by January.

The plant will support aerospace and defense manufacturing, and use automation to improve supply chains and production speed.

Hadrian also plans to invest an additional $260 million in other operations in Arizona and California, including research and teams focused on shipbuilding and naval defense.

The site of the planned factory is in The Cubes at Mesa Gateway, a development near major Phoenix transportation routes.

Mount Lemmon Limits Water Use

Mount Lemmon officials ordered mandatory water restrictions, requiring residents and visitors to reduce water use by 50% or risk water shutoff.

Officials cited drier weather, water system leaks, and excessive water use for the restrictions, which include a ban on outdoor irrigation and car washing.

One business, Mount Lemmon Lodge, replaced silverware with disposable cutlery to cut dishwashing water use, lowered shower flow rates, and asked guests to sign agreements limiting water consumption.

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Doctors are rethinking hearing loss—here’s why.

A groundbreaking 2021 study has flipped what we thought we knew about hearing loss. It turns out that a staggering 98% of hearing issues may be linked to a deficiency in one vital mineral—something your body desperately needs, but most people unknowingly lack.

More and more doctors are turning to this natural solution rather than outdated treatments. Why? Because it’s working.

If you’ve been struggling to hear conversations, turning up the volume on everything, or feeling frustrated that your ears aren’t keeping up, you might not need hearing aids or expensive procedures after all.

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Your ears might thank you.

➤ San Tan Valley: Residents will vote Aug. 5 on whether to incorporate as a town in Pinal County. (Details)

➤ Marana: A private prison re-purchased a former state prison site for $15 million amid speculation the complex could reopen as an immigration detention center. (Details)

➤ Grand Canyon: Containment of the Dragon Bravo Fire fell from 28% to 13% as dry conditions and wind fueled its spread to more than 71,000 acres. (Watch)

➤ Statewide: U.S. Sens. Mark Kelly and Ruben Gallego reintroduced legislation to allow Canadian citizens to stay in the U.S. for up to 240 days a year, nearly two months longer than the current limit. (More)

➤ Phoenix: A man received a sentence of more than three years in prison for illegally directing patients to behavioral health facilities for personal gain. (More)

➤ The Arizona Cardinals will create a foundation to support people with medical disorders such as Down syndrome, autism, and cerebral palsy. (More)

➤ Phoenix hosted the 22nd annual Native American Basketball Invitational this past weekend, featuring more than 200 youth basketball teams from around the country. (More)

➤ The Maccabi Games kicked off in Tucson this week, with hundreds of Jewish teens from Israel, Ukraine, Moldova, and North America competing in various sports. (More)

➤ Yesterday’s Results: MLB | Soccer | WNBA

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➤ State officials visited Benson on Monday to discuss a proposed 200-acre aluminum plant that would create 90 jobs. Some residents voiced concerns about traffic, noise, and potential air pollutants. (More)

➤ Tucson officials said an annexation filing for the proposed 290-acre Project Blue data center site doesn’t bind the city to any decision ahead of an Aug. 19 public meeting. (More)

➤ Torch Cigar Bar paid $2.5 million for a site at the One Scottsdale development, with plans for a two-story bar, cafe, members-only salon, and luxury cigar lounge. (More)

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Doctors are changing how we treat hearing loss

A 2021 study revealed that 98% of hearing issues may be linked to a deficiency in one crucial mineral—and it’s changing everything.

Instead of relying solely on hearing aids or medications, doctors are now recommending a natural approach: simply adding this essential mineral to your diet.

This breakthrough discovery is helping people restore their hearing, improve clarity, and regain confidence—without expensive treatments or invasive procedures.

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➤ Obon Sushi Bar Ramen executive chef Anthony Dromgoole retained his Iron Chef Tucson title, defeating local challenger McKenzie O’Leary at the Desert Diamond Casino event. (Photo)

➤ State troopers said a truck driver fell asleep at the wheel before veering into a ravine in Anthem. Nobody was hurt. (Photos)

➤ Flagstaff secured a $4 million state grant to build a wildland firefighter training center that will serve as a regional hub and home to the city’s wildland fire management division. (More)

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