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GPCF launches Arizona compliance market platform

By Carol Ostrow | Jun 28, 2017

The Greater Phoenix Chamber Foundation (GPCF) recently initiated AZComplianceRiskTalent.com, a website designed to increase compliance and risk management awareness, helping professionals stay informed of career opportunities.

Adidas, ASU team up to shape future of sports

By Carol Ostrow | Jun 28, 2017

Adidas North America and Arizona State University (ASU) recently partnered to form the Adidas and Arizona State University Global Sport Alliance and boost residents’ enthusiasm for sports.

Pima County approves fiscal 2017-18 budget with property tax hike

By Carol Ostrow | Jun 27, 2017

Pima County’s board of supervisors recently authorized the jurisdiction’s fiscal 2017-18 budget, totaling over $1.26 billion, by a vote of 3-2.

Ducey invokes state of emergency to combat Arizona wildfires

By Carol Ostrow | Jun 27, 2017

Gov. Doug Ducey declared a state of emergency saying that Arizona would allocate expanded resources to battle raging wildfires amplified over the past few months by heat, wind and available fuels.

Pima County partners with Banner UMC South through 2019

By Carol Ostrow | Jun 26, 2017

Pima County will continue its partnership with Banner-University Medical Center South through June 2019, renewing its contract for $15 million annually and funding University of Arizona College of Medicine’s Graduate Medical Education Program.

Great Phoenix Chamber official highlights Phoenix Forward program successes

By Carol Ostrow | Jun 26, 2017

Relating success stories from satisfied area business stakeholders, Jennifer Mellor, Greater Phoenix Chamber of Commerce (GPCC) vice president of economic development, recently recapitulated the growth of the chamber’s two-year-old “Phoenix Forward” development program.

Ducey’s office funds Arizona schools for wellness programs

By Carol Ostrow | Jun 23, 2017

Thirty-one schools in six Arizona counties recently won funding for drug and alcohol abuse prevention programs from Gov. Doug Ducey’s office through the High School Health and Wellness Program.

Coconino County serves up new food inspection website

By Carol Ostrow | Jun 21, 2017

Coconino County’s Public Health Services District (CCPHSD) recently launched a new inspection website for the food service and restaurant industry with support from the county’s information technology department.

Pima animal care shelter taps Auerbach as new director

By Carol Ostrow | Jun 21, 2017

Animal care expert Kristen Auerbach will join Pima Animal Care Center (PACC) July 10 as department director.

Scottsdale’s Perfect Water Technologies partners with Kazakhstani company

By Carol Ostrow | Jun 21, 2017

Home water purification and reverse osmosis (RO) systems producer Perfect Water Technologies recently established a partnership with Kazakhstan-based Alkaline Co. to expand its market internationally.

APS prepares for record heat wave

By Carol Ostrow | Jun 20, 2017

Arizona Public Service (APS) is preparing for record-breaking temperatures across Arizona this week.

Ruiz joins Arizona State University’s Cronkite School

By Carol Ostrow | Jun 19, 2017

Phoenix news anchor Vanessa Ruiz is joining Arizona State University’s (ASU) Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communications to direct borderlands coverage for regular student-produced news coverage.

Century 21, Solutions merger expands horizons for foothills region

By Carol Ostrow | Jun 19, 2017

Century 21 Arizona Foothills recently welcomed new associates following the firm’s merger with Solutions Real Estate, widening its real estate footprint in Maricopa and Pinal counties.

Arizona Chamber calls for modernizing NAFTA

By Carol Ostrow | Jun 15, 2017

Recommending an approach to streamline the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) with Canada and Mexico, the Arizona Chamber of Commerce & Industry recently sent suggestions to newly appointed U.S. Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer.

Pima County’s Huckelberry adjusts road repair priorities

By Carol Ostrow | Jun 15, 2017

Pima County Administrator Chuck Huckelberry recommended a revised, two-tier plan to address road repair issues after a recent budget meeting, including suggestions for updating related civic committee responsibilities, in anticipation of a June 20 decision.

Coconino County to explain potential changes to property taxes

By Carol Ostrow | Jun 13, 2017

Coconino County is sponsoring a “Truth in Taxation” public hearing at 6 p.m. June 27 at Flagstaff’s County Administrative Center to give details about its proposed 2 percent property tax hike.

Cochise County seeks input on wellness through workshops

By Carol Ostrow | Jun 13, 2017

Cochise County will sponsor three workshops on diet, mental health and work topics June 27-28

Greater Phoenix Chamber reveals newest board directors, members

By Carol Ostrow | Jun 13, 2017

Phoenix’s Pointe Hilton Squaw Peak Resort hosted board members at the Greater Phoenix Chamber of Commerce’s (GPCC) recent Annual Luncheon featuring a slate of new officers and eight new members.

Pima County extends animal care accord with multiple municipalities

By Carol Ostrow | Jun 13, 2017

Three jurisdictions’ collective proposal for extending a regional animal care program recently won unanimous approval from Pima County’s board of supervisors, ensuring continuation through June 2018 for licensing, welfare enforcement, adoption and other key services.

Explore Arizona's parks during National Great Outdoors Month

By Carol Ostrow | Jun 12, 2017

Arizona encourages residents and visitors through the month of June to visit its parks, trails, water sports, camping sites, museums and more as part of National Great Outdoors Month.

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