Friday, August 22nd, 2025
Good morning, Goodyear. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 22nd of August.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Georgia T. Lord Library will host a free lecture titled 'The Baroque and the Bauhaus: Art Movements that Influenced Architecture & Design' — Phoenix Art Museum docent Dawn Van Scoik will lead the discussion from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. on Sept. 4 at 1900 N. Civic Square in the Community Room. Goodyear Independent
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Goodyear is testing thermal cameras on trash trucks to detect overheating in garbage hoppers—this pilot program aims to prevent fires caused by improperly disposed lithium-ion batteries. The new system triggers an in-cab alarm when temperatures reach 200°F and reflects a collaboration among the Solid Waste, Fire, and Fleet departments. West Valley View
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Family caregivers met at Georgia T. Lord Library for a new monthly program led by the Arizona Caregiver Coalition—an organization that connects families with practical support and education for caring for aging or ill relatives. The program partners with state agencies to offer essential guidance and resources for local caregivers. Goodyear Independent
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