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News from 2017

Chamber partners with Stanton to boost city's economy

By Carol Ostrow | May 3, 2017

Hoping to catalyze regional economic prosperity, the Greater Phoenix Chamber of Commerce (GPCC) is partnering with several civic entities as part of its Phoenix Forward initiative.

Arizona relaxes mobile home sale limits

By Carol Ostrow | May 3, 2017

Arizona recently loosened restrictions on transfer of certain mobile and manufactured housing units, simplifying the procedure for potential sellers.

Hamer lauds Arizona’s school grading scale

By Carol Ostrow | May 3, 2017

Arizona Chamber of Commerce and Industry president and CEO Glenn Hamer recently commended the state Board of Education for adopting a uniform grading system for K-12 public schools.

ADEQ issues pollution advisory for Yuma

By Carol Ostrow | May 3, 2017

Anticipating excessive ozone levels, the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) issued a High Pollution Advisory (HPA) for Yuma today, with recommendations for those vulnerable to respiratory discomfort.

Ducey inks SB 1406 to curb ‘drive-by’ litigation

By Carol Ostrow | May 2, 2017

In an effort to abolish “drive-by” lawsuits prevalent throughout the Valley in 2016, Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey recently signed legislation designed to hinder "unnecessary" complaints stemming from alleged parking violations.

Cochise County measuring air quality due to smoke from Sawmill Fire

By Carol Ostrow | May 2, 2017

Because heavy smoke from the Sawmill Fire in the western portion of Cochise County may pose health hazards, county officials are temporarily installing four monitoring devices near the scene to measure air quality.

New Life Center names Volhein interim director

By Carol Ostrow | May 2, 2017

Goodyear-based New Life Center, which provides emergency shelter to domestic violence victims, has named Linda Volhein as its interim executive director.

Esmond Station Regional Park to open May 3

By Carol Ostrow | May 1, 2017

Pima County’s brand-new Esmond Station Regional Park, a 274-acre expanse, will open May 3 with five fitness stations, workout equipment, shelter and a walking trail.

TFCU honors three local nonprofits

By Carol Ostrow | May 1, 2017

Tucson Federal Credit Union (TFCU) recently presented its seventh annual Community Partnership Awards to honor entities that transform people’s lives through benevolent means.

Tucson literacy program to perform children’s stories

By Carol Ostrow | May 1, 2017

Tucson-based nonprofit Literacy Connects will present a double performance of tales written by children from Southern Arizona at the Berger Performing Arts Center on May 21.

ASU nanotech startup places fourth in competition

By Carol Ostrow | Apr 28, 2017

Jonathan Bryan and Peter Firth, who founded an Arizona State University (ASU) tech startup in nanoparticle coatings, were recently honored at a business plan competition.

Coconino County stresses need to prolong Navajo station operation with U.S. officials

By Carol Ostrow | Apr 28, 2017

Focusing on an imminent closing of the Navajo Generating Station (NGS) on Navajo land near Page, Coconino County’s board of supervisors met recently with officials from the U.S. Department of the Interior in Washington, D.C.

Arizona Realtors seeking support from real estate professionals

By Carrie Bradon | Apr 27, 2017

The Arizona Realtors are urging support from real estate professionals in light of local government restrictions on for-sale signs in yards.

Arizona Realtor speaks on the value of connections

By Carrie Bradon | Apr 27, 2017

An Arizona Realtor recently explained how networking can influence success.

Arizona steps up to protect student privacy

By Ruth de Jauregui | Apr 26, 2017

In signing legislation that protects students' personal information, Gov. Doug Ducey added Arizona to a list of more than 38 other states that have passed similar privacy laws.

Southwest’s energy and economic future depends on resolution to Navajo Generating Station debate

By Chuck Schmidt, President of the Market Freedom Alliance | Apr 26, 2017

The nation’s energy outlook has evolved rapidly over the course of the last decade. The United States has emerged as one of the world’s leading producers of natural gas, leading to a glut of supply that has – for now – pressed its price downward.

Colling Media, International C​ruise & Excursions named AZIMA TIM Finalists

By Erianne Leatherman | Apr 26, 2017

Colling Media and International Cruise & Excursions Inc. (ICE) were named Arizona Interactive Marketing Association (AZIMA) Business - 2017 TIM Award Finalists at an awards ceremony at the Phoenix Art Museum.

City of Prescott to provide grants up to $5,000 to boost tourism

By Erianne Leatherman | Apr 26, 2017

Nonprofit event organizers can apply for grants through the city of Prescott Tourism Office, which is accepting applications of up to $5,000 to bo​​​​​lster events around Prescott’s tourism.

Leadership professional outlines ways to manage time wisely

By Cheyenne Dickerson | Apr 26, 2017

An Arizona professional recently provided four steps in achieving successful time-management skills at the April Professional Women’s Alliance Luncheon.

Local group advocates for school funding proposal

By Aaron Crider | Apr 25, 2017

Local leaders are advocating for Gov. Doug Ducey's proposal for results-based funding for Arizona schools ahead of final negotiations over the state budget.

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