News from 2016


Great Heart Academies taps Adolfson & Peterson to build new Phoenix campus

Great Heart Academies will be constructing a new campus in Phoenix and recently chose Adolfson & Peterson Construction (AP) to tackle the project.

CAWCD board member resigns to eliminate perception of husband’s possible conflict of interest

Gayle Burns recently submitted her resignation from the Central Arizona Water Conservation District (CAWCD) board of directors citing a growing sentiment that her position posed a possible conflict of interest for her husband, Bob, a member of Arizona Corporation Commission.

Arizona will feel impact of Obama's offshore drilling decision, says local veteran leader

Arizona is not immune to the impact of the Obama Administration decision last month to bar offshore drilling in the Atlantic Outer Continental Shelf, says a Grand Canyon State veteran leader.

Arizonans have a new loaning program to help in the search for a home

Pathway to Purchase, a loan program for Arizonans who want to be homeowners, was recently introduced by the Arizona Housing Department and the Arizona Home Foreclosure Prevention Funding Corporation.

Orbital ATK expanding operations in Gilbert

Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey recently said that aerospace and defense company Orbital ATK will be expanding its engineering operations in Gilbert.

Arizona House backs bill to increase loan options for residents

A bill sponsored by Arizona state Sen. John Kavanagh (R-District 23) to aid Arizonans who need emergency financial assistance recently was approved by the Arizona House of representatives.

Raytheon gets modified contract to build Air Force missiles in Tucson

Raytheon Company, a technology and innovation leader in defense and cybersecurity, said it was recently awarded a $573 modification of its previous contract with the U.S. Air Force to build advanced medium range air-to-air missiles (AMRAAM) in Tucson.

Are pharmacy benefit managers the key to stem the rising tide of Arizonans’ drug costs?

What is a “pharmacy benefit manager” and how does it save money for Arizonans on their prescription drugs?

Zoned Properties leases up to 40,000 square feet to Catalina Partners for Arizona medical marijuana business

In a recent announcement, Zoned Properties Inc., a strategic real estate development firm, signed a letter of intent stating that the company will lease about 25,000 square feet, with an optional additional 15,000 square feet, to Catalina Partners III LLC in Tempe, Arizona, for its Medical Marijuana Business Park.

Arizonans comment on ADOT projects as funding enables improvements

The opportunity for public input recently begun, as Arizonans comment on the Arizona Department of Transportation's project proposals for the upcoming five years.

Flake, McCain proposed bill to force FAA to issue notifications before changing flight patterns

U.S. Sens. Jeff Flake and John McCain, both Arizona Republicans, recently proposed legislation in response to the Federal Aviation Administration's failure to modify flight patterns to accommodate the communities and airports affected by flights in and out of Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport.

Arizona financial adviser makes Barron's Top 1,200 list for the eighth year in a row

Trevor Wilde, managing director of Arizona's Wilde Wealth Management Group, recently was named one of Barron's Top 1,200 Financial Advisors, an award he has garnered for the eighth time in a row.

Arizona Department of Environmental Quality has new communications director

The Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) recently appointed ADEQ Ombudsman and Tribal Liaison Ian Bingham to communications director.

American Housing Income Trust to acquire 50 homes in Phoenix area

American Housing Income Trust Inc. (AHIT), a Maryland corporation that owns and operates single-family rental properties, recently signed a contract to acquire 50 homes in the Phoenix area as part of its plan to scale its activity nationwide.

Gosar speaks out against EPA's ozone initiative

U.S. Rep. Paul Gosar (R-AZ) recently criticized the Environmental Protection Agency after a report from the Center for Regulatory Solutions (CRS), a project of the Small Business Entrepreneurship Council (SBE Council), detailed the economic impact of the EPA’s new lower federal ozone standard.

Arizona Department of Transportation seeking public input on upcoming projects

The Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) is scheduling a series of hearings seeking public comment about projects that have been proposed by the department in the next five years.

Arizona Public Service has new senior vice president at Palo Verde plant

Arizona Public Service Co. (APS) is promoting Maria Lacal, an employee of APS since 2007, to be the new senior vice president of regulatory and oversight at the Palo Verde Nuclear Generating Station.

Arizona Public Services seeking proposals for extra capacity

Arizona Public Services (APS) in trying to address the needs its customers announced an all-source request for proposals to supply energy during peak periods.

Watchdog group: Arizona Corporation Commissioner Bob Burns' water, energy votes may create conflict

Over the past 25-plus years, Arizona Corporation Commissioner Bob Burns has received many accolades for his dedication and public service to the people of Arizona. Some observers, however, now say Burns should refrain from any votes related to water or energy because of his wife’s position on the board of directors for the Central Arizona Project (CAP).

Tucson Electric Power planning new strategies on use of resources

Tucson Electric Power (TEP) recently released a resource plan in which it pledges to work hard to meet customer energy needs through a number of advancements.