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Pichuberry & JAG Jobs for Arizona’s graduates known...

Fri, 24 May 2013 17:38:07 -0400

Pichuberry & JAG

Jobs for Arizona’s graduates known as “JAG” helps young people stay in school and get the personal leadership, academics, and vocational skills they need to be successful after graduation. And Arizona is the first state to welcome America’s newest “superfruit”, the ancient Incan pichuberry.

Arts & the Economy & Da Vinci Exhibit & Education...

Fri, 24 May 2013 17:34:15 -0400

Arts & the Economy & Da Vinci Exhibit & Education Town Hall

The latest Arizona Town Hall report says the expense of a college degree is among problems with higher education in Arizona . Hear from two participants from town hall. find out about a Leonardo Da Vinci exhibit in Phoenix. And we’ll tell you about a new survey on the arts’ economic impact in Arizona.

Legislative Update & Abortion Ruling & Eye Tracking...

Fri, 24 May 2013 12:25:27 -0400

Legislative Update & Abortion Ruling & Eye Tracking Software

A discussion about Medicaid expansion and the abortion ban that was recently struck down in appellate courts. Also, a new eye tracking software is developed to monitor if online classroom students are looking at the screen during class.

Arizona National Guard & Electric Deregulation Governor Jan...

Fri, 24 May 2013 12:19:45 -0400

Arizona National Guard & Electric Deregulation

Governor Jan Brewer asked for an investigation of alleged wrongdoing within the Arizona National Guard after a report by the Arizona Republic. The guard’s top officer has unveiled about a dozen reforms in response. The Arizona Corporation Commission may be looking at the issue of deregulation for electric utilities again. The commission is taking steps to set up public hearings about the issue.

Economic Update & Phosphorus A positive discussion about...

Tue, 21 May 2013 16:57:31 -0400

Economic Update & Phosphorus

A positive discussion about where the economy is headed and a look at how to stop phosphorus declines.

Journalists’ Roundtable 5/17/13 After a nearly twelve hour...

Tue, 21 May 2013 14:22:00 -0400

Journalists’ Roundtable 5/17/13

After a nearly twelve hour debate, the Senate approves a budget proposal that includes a plan to expand the state’s Medicaid coverage as desired by Gov. Jan Brewer. We’ll talk about the fate of the proposed budget as it heads to the house.

Outstanding Young Man and Woman of the Year & TFA A...

Mon, 20 May 2013 12:05:00 -0400

Outstanding Young Man and Woman of the Year & TFA

A discussion with one of the winners of the Outstanding Young Man and Woman of the Year Award and a look at the Teach for America program.

Ballet AZ & Alzheimer’s/Blood Sugar & South...

Mon, 20 May 2013 12:01:25 -0400

Ballet AZ & Alzheimer’s/Blood Sugar & South Mountain Freeway

A new University of Arizona study suggests a possible link between elevated blood sugar levels and risk for developing Alzheimer’s disease. The Ballet Arizona’s TOPIA is back for the season. It’s a night of dining and ballet under the desert sky at the Desert Botanical Garden. And the public will be informed about the new draft proposal for the South Mountain Freeway.

ArtBeat Nation, Season 1 Episode 27 A PAINTER WHO FINDS ART IN...

Sun, 19 May 2013 14:30:39 -0400

ArtBeat Nation, Season 1 Episode 27

A PAINTER WHO FINDS ART IN NATURE, A PHOTOGRAPHER WHO SEES A CANVAS THROUGH HIS LENS, A CHEF REVEALS THE FINE ART OF MAKING SUSHI AND A LOOK AT THE EARLY YEARS OF THE CIRCUS.

Legislative Update & Lawrence Krauss on Science The logjam...

Thu, 16 May 2013 17:16:21 -0400

Legislative Update & Lawrence Krauss on Science

The logjam over Medicaid expansion and the budget may be breaking at the State Legislature. Whether it’s breaking governor brewer’s direction remains to be seen. Tonight, we talk with Lawrence Krauss about unprecedented carbon dioxide levels and a breakthrough on “magnetic graphene” that could revolutionize the electronics industry.

Maricopa Sustainability & Medicaid Expansion & Ozone...

Wed, 15 May 2013 15:14:44 -0400

Maricopa Sustainability & Medicaid Expansion & Ozone Levels

Maricopa County has launched a new phase of its six-year-old Green Government Program. The county has implemented hundreds of green measures, such as recycling, energy conservation and installing four megawatts of solar panels.The Grand Canyon Institute released a new analysis of Medicaid expansion in Arizona. Temperatures are soaring, and that brings on an increase in ozone.

DES Restructuring & Metro Phoenix Homeland Security on...

Tue, 14 May 2013 15:29:04 -0400

DES Restructuring & Metro Phoenix Homeland Security on Arizona Horizon

A discussion about Arizona’s welfare system and defense security.

Journalists’ Roundtable on Arizona Horizon Local Arizona...

Mon, 13 May 2013 15:31:31 -0400

Journalists’ Roundtable on Arizona Horizon

Local Arizona journalists discuss the week’s top news stories for the week of 5/4 - 5/10/13.

Legislative Update & Biomimicry & Athena Wireless A...

Fri, 10 May 2013 12:04:25 -0400

Legislative Update & Biomimicry & Athena Wireless

A discussion about the continued debate on Medicaid expansion in Arizona, our weekly legislative update, talks with Janine Benyus about improvements in technology, and a look at a new technology company from Surprise.

Sequestration Impact on Arizona & Phoenix Cool Roofs on...

Thu, 09 May 2013 12:41:33 -0400

Sequestration Impact on Arizona & Phoenix Cool Roofs on Arizona Horizon

It’s been two months since the across-the-board federal budget cuts known as “sequestration” started. Experts say they expect this budget cut to be worse for Arizona than the housing bubble.The city of Phoenix has started a project to paint rooftops white to cut energy costs and greenhouse gas emissions. Over the next year, volunteers will paint rooftops as apart of a grant.

Rising Home Prices & Open Arms Home for Children on Arizona...

Wed, 08 May 2013 12:47:40 -0400

Rising Home Prices & Open Arms Home for Children on Arizona Horizon

A discussion about the Phoenix Coyotes ownership saga and rising home prices. Meet a man who started an orphanage in South Africa for children orphaned by aids.

Journalists’ Roundtable on 5/3/13 on Arizona Horizon Local...

Mon, 06 May 2013 15:29:43 -0400

Journalists’ Roundtable on 5/3/13 on Arizona Horizon

Local Arizona journalists discuss the latest on the battle over Medicaid Expansion, Tom Horne’s decision to change Bisbee’s civil union ordinance, and talk about several of Governor Brewer’s recent bills.

Journalists’ Roundtable on Arizona Horizon Local Arizona...

Mon, 29 Apr 2013 15:55:20 -0400

Journalists’ Roundtable on Arizona Horizon

Local Arizona journalists discuss the week’s top news stories for the week of 4/20 - 4/26/13.

APS/Solar Power & Ceramic Artist Wayne Higby &...

Fri, 26 Apr 2013 15:13:04 -0400

APS/Solar Power & Ceramic Artist Wayne Higby & Immigration on Arizona Horizon

A poll shows Senator John McCain is at his lowest job rating in 21 years. A discussion with APS about how solar power affects the future of the utility and grid system. A look at the ceramic art of internationally-known artist, Wayne Higby.

Citizenship VS Permanent Residency & Latino Teen Diabetes...

Fri, 26 Apr 2013 15:11:24 -0400

Citizenship VS Permanent Residency & Latino Teen Diabetes & Business Awards on Horizonte

The ASU Morrison Institute Latino Public Policy Center released a report, “Citizenship or Something Less? examining the economic impact on Arizona. “ASU Every Little Step Counts” is a study that will examine the effects of a community-based diabetes prevention program for Latino adolescents. Arizona Hispanic Chamber of Commerce holds their annual Black and White Ball and Business Awards.