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Mesa-based interior design company Blinds Chalet is offering an enhanced support system for interior designers, contractors and property management professionals with its free upgraded design education program.

Arizona Public Service (APS) recently hosted the Nuclear Energy Institute's 64th Annual Nuclear Energy Assembly at Westin Kierland Resort in Scottsdale.

Tucson’s merger and acquisition advisory firm VERTESS recently offered tips for success designed to help companies sort out their priorities.

Pima County’s board of supervisors recently elected to uphold the 1906 Antiquities Act in response to a review ordered by the President Donald Trump's administration, preserving the region’s Ironwood Forest National Monument.

Coconino County recently partnered with the nonprofit Northern Arizona Regional Behavioral Health Authority (NARBHA) Institute to hold a unique justice summit featuring nationwide speakers and panelists in Flagstaff.

With child safety a strong priority, Gov. Doug Ducey’s signoff on Arizona’s 2018 budget will serve to enhance adoption, child safety and foster care throughout the state, protecting at-risk individuals with authorized upgrades.

Forecasting a feasible future for the Navajo Generating Station (NGS), the Phoenix-based Arizona Mining Association (AMA) recently gathered stakeholders, tribal leaders and policy generators to support continued operation.

The quartet of counties along the Mexican border — Cochise, Pima, Santa Cruz and Yuma — has formed the Arizona Border Counties Coalition (ABCC) to provide a unified voice for the region regarding economic matters.

To mark National Museum Day tomorrow [May 18], the Greater Phoenix Chamber of Commerce (GPCC) recommends touring any of four Phoenix area institutions offering an array of art, artifacts and memorabilia for area residents and visitors.

To streamline regional regulations relating to air quality, Pima County’s Department of Environmental Quality (PDEQ) recently published proposed amendments to update language in a county code.

The professional butchers at Phoenix-based Sprouts Farmers Market recently kicked off grilling season, showcasing its all-natural beef and offering tips and recipes.

Southwest Airlines and ASU Gammage were recently recognized as large and small/medium Businesses of the Year, respectively, by the Greater Phoenix Chamber of Commerce (GPCC).

Following a recent special session, the Coconino County board of supervisors unanimously agreed to “ban the box” on job applications, opening up career potential for rehabilitated people with criminal records, a population often hindered professionally.

The Arizona Association of Realtors (AAR) recently promoted the financial advantages of pursuing energy efficient mortgages (EEMs) for former military personnel living in the greater Phoenix metropolitan area.

To celebrate several consecutive years of top recognition by nationwide Florists' Transworld Delivery (FTD) for customer satisfaction and quality, Phoenix-based retailer Arizona Florist is offering free delivery on local orders.

The Arizona Association for Economic Development (AAED) is promoting the city’s educational, cultural and business interests in addition to its well-known scenery and recreational opportunities.

Area residents can learn about current cybersecurity issues from a special agent with the Phoenix FBI Cyber Crime Division on May 19.

Cochise County recently received recognition for its civic contributions with an Achievement Award from the National Association of Counties (NACo).

In honor of Economic Development Week May 8-13, Greater Phoenix Chamber of Commerce (GPCC) leaders are taking a fresh look at the region’s economic progress, with an eye toward continued collaboration.

About 70 percent of professionals confront “imposter syndrome” during their careers, according to Gay Meyer, guest speaker at the Greater Phoenix Chamber of Commerce-sponsored Professional Women's Alliance (PWA) May meeting.