Signs of recovery for small businesses in the Greater Phoenix area and State of Arizona look promising based on the latest numbers and how they measure up with other states and communities.

BlueOptima, software development analytics provider, has announced its intent to expand with the placement of its soon to be U.S. main office in Phoenix.

As major retailers and online giants prepare their annual sales for the consumer rush in the holiday season, shoppers are also encouraged to trade with local businesses.

Arizona voters will go to the polls in November to determine government leadership from the federal to the local level and will also be asked to vote on Proposition 208 a tax to fund education.

From the oilfields of the Permian Basin to the Port of Galveston, the Texas economy is showing signs of recovery as Gov. Greg Abbott relaxes mandates, yet analysts with the Texas Recovery Alliance indicate work remains to be done.

Three Economic Development District organizations in Arizona have received grant funding to bolster plans and programs as communities recover from the COVID-19 pandemic.

Should utility companies be able to find reimbursement for lost profits due to the COVID-19, they will not be able to count on Indiana residents to dig deeper into their wallets.

At this time of year, Scottsdale and Paradise Valley typically prepare for a surge in tourism, filling the coffers of community businesses and municipal governments through tax revenue.