http://blog.maricopachamber.com News and updates for the city of Maricopa Chamber of Commerce Tue, 30 Nov 2010 16:11:18 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en Washington, D.C. November 24, 2010 — filed under: Press Release As the holidays approach, the FBI reminds the public to use caution when making online purchases. Cyber criminals continue to create ways to steal your money and personal information. If a deal looks too good to be true, it likely is. Be wary ... http://blog.maricopachamber.com/mpd-news/fbi-tips-to-avoid-being-scammed-this-holiday-season/ Contact: Kimberly Diedrich Cell: 480-452-7997 Email: kimberly@houndathome.com MARICOPA HAS GONE TO THE DOGS!!! Local Pet Rescue To Hold Fundraiser and The Maricopa Dog Park Alliance to hold Dog Park Meet and Greet Mark your calendars for Saturday, November 20th.  Two great events supporting pets and their owners will be held in Maricopa.  First, Santa will be ... http://blog.maricopachamber.com/members-in-the-news/maricopa-has-gone-to-the-dogs/ This month is one of those watershed months for us: we all heave a sigh of relief as cool nights and cooler days arrive (and stay!) and we all mark the arrival of Fall and we notice the changes in license plates as our winter visitors return. October is ... http://blog.maricopachamber.com/general/october-2010-newsletter-column/ FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Date: 9/14/2010 Contact: Karen Kerr-Osman Phone: 520-381-6571 Fax: 520-381-6031 [gallery link="file" columns="2" orderby="rand"] CGRMC Holds Dedication of OB Nursery in Honor of Joe Jonas Casa Grande, Arizona – On September 14, 2010, Casa Grande Regional Medical Center (CGRMC) welcomed Joe Jonas of the Jonas Brothers to a dedication ceremony for “The Joe Jonas Nursery.” Joe was ... http://blog.maricopachamber.com/members-in-the-news/joe-jonas-visits-casa-grande-regional-medical-center/ Schedule Flu Shots Starting September 7 FLORENCE – The Pinal County Public Health Services District will begin providing flu shots to the public on Friday, October 1, 2010 by appointment only.  For your convenience, and to ensure short wait times, we will begin scheduling appointments starting Tuesday, September 7, 2010 and ... http://blog.maricopachamber.com/uncategorized/flu-season-coming-soon/ CAREDF enlisted the assistance of a highly reputable freelance reporter to work on a series of articles covering our partnering communities of the region. The first city to be chosen in the series was the City of Coolidge. Upon researching the area, conducting interviews and consulting with CEO Barry Albrecht, ... http://blog.maricopachamber.com/chamber-directors-blog/published-article-on-coolidge-az/ Put your car keys beside your  bed at night. Tell your spouse, your children, your neighbors, your parents, your Dr's office, the check-out girl at the market, everyone you run across. Put your car keys beside your bed at night. If you hear a noise outside your home or someone trying ... http://blog.maricopachamber.com/mpd-news/for-your-safety/ Between 8/7/10 and yesterday 3 counterfeit $100.00 bills and 1 counterfeit $20.00 bill was used to pay for items at two different businesses in the City of Maricopa. Please pay extra attention to all $100.00 bills used. Please call Sgt. Judd if you have any questions at 520-251-6373. If You Receive a ... http://blog.maricopachamber.com/mpd-news/currency-counterfeit/ For all businesses that operate ATM Machines, please check your ATM Machines at least once a day, and encourage your customers to alert you if something does not seem right with the ATM Machine. What is ATM Card Skimming and PIN Capturing? ATM Card Skimming is a method used by criminals to capture ... http://blog.maricopachamber.com/mpd-news/bank-skimming-devices/ FLORENCE -- The Pinal County Library District launched a new program today that offers students of all ages live, one-to-one help from certified tutors online.  The program also offers professional writing help for job seekers interested in creating or improving their resume. The K-12 Student Center, College Center and Adult Career ... http://blog.maricopachamber.com/business-information/the-pinal-county-library-district-launches-live-online-tutoring-for-students-of-all-ages-from-tutor-com/