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Trump comes between Arizona, Mexico business bond

By Cheyenne Dickerson | Feb 11, 2017

As Arizona is trying to increase its trade relations with Mexico, President Donald Trump appears ready to put up at least a metaphorical wall, several Arizona business people and others said recently.

Food distributor makes Phoenix an offer it doesn't refuse

By Cheyenne Dickerson | Feb 11, 2017

A national food distributor specializing in pastas, Italian meats and olive oil recently paid $22.4 million to become part of the Phoenix landscape.

Arizona needs 'education revolution,' ASU president says

By Cheyenne Dickerson | Feb 11, 2017

The Arizona business community is vital to creating the "education revolution" the state needs to prepare students for careers in the fast-paced world of tomorrow, the president of Arizona State University said recently.

Chamber president clarifies remarks on education

By Cheyenne Dickerson | Feb 9, 2017

This month, Arizona Chamber of Commerce and Industry President and CEO Glenn Hamer offered comments on the recent Arizona Education Association claims made against him.

Business groups back Ducey's education budget

By Cheyenne Dickerson | Feb 9, 2017

Gov. Doug Ducey recently proposed a 2017-18 education budget that many business groups, including the Arizona Chamber of Commerce and Industry, are supporting.

Lawmakers eye eliminating some state income tax exemptions

By Cheyenne Dickerson | Feb 7, 2017

Arizona state leaders have crafted SB 1144 to increase state revenue through reduced tax exemptions. 

Arizona State kicks off 3-year fundraising campaign

By Cheyenne Dickerson | Feb 7, 2017

Arizona State University kicked off 2017 with a new student campaign focused to raise $1.5 billion in hopes to provide a better future, economy and health sphere for its students.

Senate committee approves bump in minimum liability coverage

By Cheyenne Dickerson | Feb 7, 2017

The Arizona state Senate's Committee on Transportation recently approved SB 111 to increase motorists’ minimum liability coverage in a 6-1 vote.

Private airline crash victims identified

By Cheyenne Dickerson | Feb 3, 2017

The two men who died in a Jan. 23 private airplane crash at Tucson International Airport have been identified as 56-year-old Jeffrey Green and 38-year-old Daniel Rodriguez.

Mesa celebrates 'Madness' competitors

By Cheyenne Dickerson | Feb 3, 2017

Two participants in Launchpoint, Mesa’s technology accelerator, recently earned the chance to battle 62 other companies for up to $300,000 in the Arizona Venture Madness competition.  

Tucson Saguaros hope to be heading for home

By Cheyenne Dickerson | Feb 3, 2017

The Tucson Saguaros baseball team recently began recruiting host families for their players for the 2017 season, which starts in May and run through August.

Heroes -- super and real -- visit Mesa museum

By Cheyenne Dickerson | Feb 3, 2017

The i.d.e.a. Museum in Mesa will soon welcome superheroes as well as the real-life kind during its a hands-on exhibit called “Caped Crusaders & Everyday Heroes.” The exhibit is scheduled to run from February 10 through May 28.

Classic Car Spa runs out of gas

By Cheyenne Dickerson | Feb 3, 2017

Several locations of the Classic Car Spa car wash and their Arizona parent company, Asset Acquisition LLC., recently filed for bankruptcy.

Tucson students becoming playground leaders

By Cheyenne Dickerson | Feb 2, 2017

Students at Elvira Elementary School in Tucson are getting a chance to experience leadership during their recess time.

Arizona City child's disease prompts family to become blood donation advocates

By Cheyenne Dickerson | Jan 31, 2017

Myah O’Dell’s mother recently expressed her gratitude for those who donated blood to help keep the 2-year-old Arizona City girl alive. Myah was born with hemoglobin SD, a form of sickle cell disease, and she has received upwards of 30 blood transfusions since infancy.

Hacienda de la Canoa hosting 'When Bronc Riders Wore Lipstick' exhibit

By Cheyenne Dickerson | Jan 30, 2017

Hacienda de la Canoa in Green Valley will be hosting a cowgirl exhibit for a limited time. The exhibit, "When Bronc Riders Wore Lipstick," running from Feb. 18 to March 4, will feature the dress of cowgirls from the early 1900s through the '30s

Ducey extends 'Infant at Work' program to Department of Economic Security workers

By Cheyenne Dickerson | Jan 30, 2017

Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey is extending a program to allow parents to bring their newborns to work to Department of Economic Security (DES) workers statewide.

Tucson recruits 'emerging leaders'

By Cheyenne Dickerson | Jan 28, 2017

The Tucson Metro Chamber recently put out a help wanted ad, asking for applications from "all young, dynamic, engaged, driven, upwardly mobile and top performers.”

Pima holds warrant resolution court

By Cheyenne Dickerson | Jan 28, 2017

The Pima County Consolidated Justice Court stayed open late recently to hold warrant resolution court, allowing anyone with a suspended driver's license or an outstanding warrant to walk in and resolve legal issues. Judges Maria Felix and Keith Bee presided.

Governor, teachers at opposite sides on pay hike

By Cheyenne Dickerson | Jan 27, 2017

Arizona teachers and Gov. Doug Ducey have recently begun playing tug of war over a decimal point.

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