Arizona Now Has ‘Widespread Community Transmission of COVID-19’
With 508 cases of COVID-19 in 13 counties and 8 deaths, the state health department says “all Arizonans should expect that COVID-19 is circulating in their community.”
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Press Releases
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First Death in Arizona from COVID-19
The individual was a male in his 50s with underlying health conditions.
Read More >>>Intermittent I-17 & Ramp Closures Planned into Late March
Bridge projects at Happy Valley and Pinnacle Peak roads will require ramp closures and upcoming full closures of the interstate in both directions.
Read More >>>Gov. Ducey Restricts Restaurant Dining, Calls on National Guard to Help Grocery Stores
National Guard to assist groceries and food banks restock, bars & restaurants limited to dine-out options in counties with COVID-19.
Read More >>>DVUSD Extends Spring Break Amid State Schools Closure
DVUSD Food & Nutrition will offer free grab-and-go school breakfasts and lunches to children ages 18 and under in our community beginning Monday, March 23.
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Anthem Closes Community Center & Civic Building
Parks to remain open. Go Green event also canceled. Refunds will be issued for some program fees.
Read More >>>Phoenix Declares Emergency, Closes Bars & Restaurants (with Exceptions)
Phoenix bars to close by 8 p.m. tonight and all restaurants (or bars that serve food) are asked to shift to a take-out/delivery/drive-thru only model.
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Anthem Days & Carnival Scrapped Over Coronavirus Concern
Amid uncertainty over the spread of COVID-19, Anthem Community Council cancels this year’s event and outlines other steps taken to reduce risk.
Read More >>>City of Phoenix Closes Libraries & Indoor Parks & Rec Facilities
All city libraries and indoor Parks and Recreation facilities will be temporarily closed starting March 16.
Read More >>>Anthem Prep Spring Break Extended 1 Week
Anthem Prep students get an extra week of spring break due to coronavirus.
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DVUSD Outlines Steps Taken Against Coronavirus
The school district institutes protective measures, but says the Maricopa County Department of Public Health does not recommend closing schools.
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