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☀️ The STEM Behind Solar Panels

Solar panels do more than sit on rooftops; they turn sunlight into usable energy using science.
At the core is the photovoltaic effect, where materials like silicon absorb sunlight and release electrons, creating an electric current.

🔬 Science: Sunlight = energy that excites electrons
⚙️ Technology: Solar cells capture and convert that energy
🛠️ Engineering: Panels are designed to maximize efficiency and durability
📊 Math: Used to calculate energy output, angles, and system performance

🌎 Why it matters:
Solar energy is one of the cleanest ways to power our world, reducing carbon emissions and helping protect the planet.
This Earth Month, it’s a reminder that STEM isn’t just innovation it’s a solution.

Wondering why your tap water feels warmer than usual lately?

During the summer months, tap water across parts of Mesa, especially east Mesa, can feel warmer than expected. Some groundwater sources are naturally warmer underground, and hot outdoor temperatures warm the water in the Colorado, Salt, and Verde Rivers as it travels through the canals and the piping around and in your home.

If your tap water feels warmer than you'd like, a few simple things can help:
💦 Run the tap for a few seconds until the water cools down
🧊 Store a pitcher of water in the refrigerator for colder drinking water anytime

It’s a normal thing many Arizona residents notice during the hottest part of the year.

Doing well by doing good: TSMC Arizona balances business with social impact - AZ Big Media TSMC Arizona endeavors to lend a hand to others and bolster a diverse array of nonprofits at a time when they need it most.

The Maricopa Community Colleges Governing Board will vote Wednesday on the appointment of Dr. Steven Bloomberg as the District’s next Chancellor.

Dr. Bloomberg currently serves as Chancellor of California’s Kern Community College District, which serves more than 50,000 students across Bakersfield College, Cerro Coso Community College, and Porterville College.

“Education changes lives, families, and entire communities, and I believe deeply in our responsibility as leaders to create opportunity for every student who walks through our doors. I am incredibly honored to serve as Chancellor of the Maricopa County Community College District and to join a community so deeply committed to student success, innovation, and service. Together, we will build on Maricopa’s extraordinary legacy while expanding pathways of hope, achievement, and economic mobility for the students and communities we are privileged to serve,” said Dr. Bloomberg.

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Arizona is powering the future of medical innovation — from biotech and medtech to world‑class health care. With leaders like Mayo Clinic, Banner Health, and a thriving startup ecosystem, the state is home to one of the nation’s fastest‑growing bioscience hubs. 🧬🌵

🎥 Watch: Competition for prime retail locations can leave other centers wanting. In this exclusive interview with CoStar, Cushman & Wakefield’s Alanna Joy Loeffler shares her perspective on why top-tier shop space is increasingly hard to find and what it means for the broader retail landscape.

News | Video: Competition for prime retail locations can leave other centers wanting In exclusive interview, Cushman & Wakefield's Alanna Loeffler says top-tier shop space is increasingly hard to find

📢 Infrastructure Week 2026: Building a Stronger America! 🇺🇸A reminder that strong communities are built from the ground up. Across Arizona, cities and towns are investing in roads, bridges, water systems, transit, and public safety infrastructure that keep our economy moving and our communities connected. These investments create jobs, support growth, strengthen resilience, and improve the quality of life for every Arizonan. Let’s keep building a stronger future together.