News published on Business Daily in November 2016

Specialty pharmacy Lumicera Health Services expands into Phoenix

By Kathy Adams | Nov 13, 2016

Lumicera Health Services, a specialty pharmacy division of Navitus Health Solutions LLC, is expanding into Phoenix to better serve clients in the area.

New reclaimed water committee to ponder standards for water reuse

By Kathy Adams | Nov 13, 2016

The Governor’s Water Augmentation Council has formed a reclaimed water committee to create standards for reusing wastewater.

Tempe chamber accepting applications for its Women in Business Mentorship Program

By Kathy Adams | Nov 11, 2016

The Tempe Chamber of Commerce said it is accepting applications for its six-month Women in Business Mentor Program through Nov. 28.

Phoenix-based CopperPoint Insurance Companies cautions about texting while walking

By Kathy Adams | Nov 11, 2016

Phoenix-based CopperPoint Insurance Companies recently said that more and more, people who are texting or operating mobile devices while walking are getting injured by tripping, falling down stairs or stepping into traffic.

Most 2016 voters against legislation to proliferate lawsuits, finds Election night survey

By John Breslin | Nov 10, 2016

Lawyers benefit most from lawsuits, while victims and consumers are least likely to benefit, according to an Election Day survey commissioned by the U.S. Chamber Institute for Legal Reform.

Arizona Corporation Commission warns of home repair grant scam

By Kathy Adams | Nov 10, 2016

The Arizona Corporation Commission (ACC) recently issued a warning about a phone scam that aims to convince residents to buy into a home repair grant scheme.

Get Connected event in Tucson raises more than $132,000 for Literacy Connects

By Kathy Adams | Nov 10, 2016

Tucson-based nonprofit Literacy Connects said its recent Get Connected event at the Tucson Convention Center ballroom drew more than 650 attendees and raised more than $132,000 for its programming.

Greater Phoenix Chamber offers tips to help businesses prepare for Generation Z employees

By Kathy Adams | Nov 9, 2016

The Greater Phoenix Chamber of Commerce is sharing tips to help businesses prepare for the arrival of jobseekers from Generation Z — those born from the mid-1990s to early 2000s — after the chamber polled several business representatives and asked them for suggestions on what businesses should expect when this generation enters the workforce.

Tucson Electric Power seeks bids for a large solar power system

By Kathy Adams | Nov 8, 2016

Tucson Electric Power (TEP) said last week it is seeking bids to design and build large renewable energy resources such as a community-scale solar array that could supply power to more than 20,000 homes.

Plans to study proposed North-South Corridor project in Pinal County moving forward

By Kathy Adams | Nov 8, 2016

The Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) said Monday that plans to study a proposed highway in Pinal County are moving forward thanks to a new environmental review process that can be implemented while the project awaits funding.

Greater Phoenix Chamber seeking nominees for IMPACT Awards

By Kathy Adams | Nov 8, 2016

The Greater Phoenix Chamber of Commerce is accepting nominations for its 2017 IMPACT Awards, which honor Valley organizations for the positive impact they have made on the area's business community.

McCain disappointed over Defense Department, Lockheed Martin talks over jet fighter contract

By Kathy Adams | Nov 7, 2016

U.S. Sen. John McCain (R-AZ), chairman of the Senate Armed Services Committee, said last week that he is disappointed with negotiations between the Department of Defense and Lockheed Martin that led to a contract involving F-35 jet fighters.

Bell Road bridge over Grand Avenue in Surprise set to open this month

By Kathy Adams | Nov 7, 2016

The Bell Road overpass at Grand Avenue (US 60) in Surprise is on track to reopen Nov. 22 in time for holiday season, though unexpected delays could occur, such as extreme weather issues.

Guest Commentary: New FDA regulation threatens future of AZ vaping industry

By LocalLabs News Service | Nov 7, 2016

Chuck Schmidt, president of the Market Freedom Alliance, writes that "a provision in new rules by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), called the “predicate date,” will force all vapor products produced after 2007 to undergo a costly and time-consuming approval process."

McGibney named regional general manager for KB Home's Arizona projects

By Kathy Adams | Nov 6, 2016

KB Home has appointed Rob McGibney as regional general manager for Arizona.

Streamlining pays off at ADOT Tucson equipment repair shop

By Kathy Adams | Nov 6, 2016

As the Arizona Department of Transportation responds to Gov. Doug Ducey’s call for state agencies to continuously improve all aspects of their operations, employees at the Tucson Equipment Services shop have implemented multiple ways to handle their jobs more efficiently.

Tucson Metro Chamber commemorates 120th anniversary with time-capsule celebration

By Kathy Adams | Nov 6, 2016

The Tucson Metro Chamber of Commerce, the largest business organization in southern Arizona, is celebrating its 120th year of leadership and advocacy.

Case study proposes solutions to Arizona teacher shortage

By Kathy Adams | Nov 6, 2016

The Arizona Chamber Foundation, U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation and A for Arizona have released a case study proposing a new way to address the state's teacher shortage.

Trinnovate Ventures partners with companies to improve health care options

By Kathy Adams | Nov 6, 2016

Trinnovate Ventures Inc., an organization focused on boosting health care innovation, has partnered with four companies and is on the lookout for more.

Drought, water-loss workshops aimed at Arizona water utilities

By Kathy Adams | Nov 3, 2016

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and its state partners, the Water Infrastructure Finance Authority of Arizona (WIFA), Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) and Rural Community Assistance Corporation (RCAC), are sponsoring three drought and water loss workshops for drinking-water utilities next week.

News published on Business Daily in November 2016

News from November 2016

Most Read

Moelis, Solomon Partners running sales process for GSTV

Uber addresses rising fares as insurance costs continue to increase

Dentsu CEO Igarashi: Company strategy focused on ‘maintaining integrity of our Japanese DNA’ while expanding in a ‘globally relevant’ way

Executive director of Citizens Against Lawsuit Abuse: Excessive lawsuit tax 'burdens all of us with higher prices'

Uber partners with Delta Air Lines for SkyMiles rewards program