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News from July 2017

Machinery industry Q2 net sales up 2.4%

By Local Labs News Service | Jul 7, 2017

The machinery industry’s net sales in the second quarter of 2017 were up 2.4 percent over the same period last year, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.

Communications equipment industry Q2 net sales down 2.6%

By Local Labs News Service | Jul 7, 2017

The communications equipment industry’s net sales in the second quarter of 2017 were down 2.6 percent from the same period last year, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.

Computer systems design and related services industry Q2 net sales up 9%

By Local Labs News Service | Jul 7, 2017

The computer systems design and related services industry’s net sales in the second quarter of 2017 were up 9 percent over the same period last year, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.

Publishing industries Q2 net sales up 13.1%

By Local Labs News Service | Jul 7, 2017

The publishing industry's net sales, excluding online publishing in the second quarter of 2017 were up 13.1 percent over the same period last year, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.

Nonmetallic mineral products industry Q2 net sales up 6%

By Local Labs News Service | Jul 7, 2017

The nonmetallic mineral products industry’s net sales in the second quarter of 2017 were up 6 percent over the same period last year, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.

Scottsdale.com provides location-branded email option

By Carol Ostrow | Jul 6, 2017

Attaining a successful online identity can be as simple as landing the perfect name — and Scottsdale.com is delivering that service to local businesses with individualized @Identity email addresses in partnership with 10 Day Media.

Two Nevada properties join Phoenix’s Best Western

By Carol Ostrow | Jul 6, 2017

The Stratosphere Casino, Hotel and Tower and the Aquarius Casino Resort will become part of Phoenix-based Best Western’s brand BW Premier Collection as the biggest deal in the hotel group's 70 years.

Summer travelers prefer to stay connected with mobile devices, survey reports

By Chandra Lye | Jul 6, 2017

More than half of registered voters feel the need to have their device with them on vacation is more important than potential cybersecurity risks, according to a recent survey.

Pima County considers allowing chickens in residential zones

By Chandra Lye | Jul 6, 2017

Residents in Pima County may soon be able to raise chickens in their backyards.

Bullhead City Police Department recruits youth for Explorer Program

By Carol Ostrow | Jul 5, 2017

Young adults in Bullhead City have a chance to work alongside local law enforcement personnel as the jurisdiction’s police department activates its new Explorer Program for residents between the ages of 16 and 20.

Valley Metro RPTA, Metro Rail name new officers

By Carol Ostrow | Jul 5, 2017

Fiscal 2017-18 ushered in new officers for both the Valley Metro Regional Public Transportation Authority (RPTA) and Valley Metro Rail’s board of directors, with Scottsdale’s Vice Mayor Suzanne Klapp named RPTA chair.

Virtual reality rolled out to boost Arizona tourism numbers

By Chandra Lye | Jul 5, 2017

Arizona Office of Tourism has started using virtual reality in an effort to attract visitors to the state.

Arizona homeless employment program growing

By Chandra Lye | Jul 5, 2017

An Arizona program that offers work to homeless individuals has plans to expand.

Arizona Commerce Authority CEO credits state's focus on innovation for tech boom

By Chandra Lye | Jul 5, 2017

Technology companies have been moving to Arizona because of the state’s willingness to embrace new business models, according to the president and CEO of Arizona Commerce Authority.

City of Maricopa to honor veterans at July 4 event

By Chandra Lye | Jul 3, 2017

Veterans will receive a special recognition at this year’s Great American 4th Celebration by the city of Maricopa.

AICCAZ launches ‘Rapid Fiire’ lunch talks

By Carol Ostrow | Jul 3, 2017

A recent American Indian Chamber of Commerce of Arizona (AICCAZ) luncheon featured a local tribal-owned company and introduced its new “Rapid Fire” program, a way to allow members to give short promotional presentations.

Ducey sees strong future for Arizona-Mexico trade

By Carol Ostrow | Jul 3, 2017

Gov. Doug Ducey spoke on development and border management recently at the Border Trade Alliance’s fourth annual Building a Competitive U.S.-Mexico Border conference in Washington, D.C.

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