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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.

Franks honored for efforts to secure energy assistance funds

By Kathy Adams | Nov 3, 2016

U.S. Rep. Trent Franks (R-AZ) was honored last week at the 2016 Arizona Utility Partners (AZUP) Summit in Scottsdale, where AZUP members — Arizona Public Service, Electrical District No. 3, Global Water Resources Inc., Salt River Project, Southwest Gas Corporation, Tucson Electric Power and UniSource Energy Services met with tribal, state and community leaders to discuss some of the state's biggest issues.

Greater Phoenix Chamber honors three businesswomen with ATHENA awards

By Kathy Adams | Nov 3, 2016

The Greater Phoenix Chamber of Commerce announced the three winners of 2016 ATHENA awards at its 29th annual ATHENA Awards Luncheon last week.

Court denies bid to halt South Mountain Freeway project, work remains on track

By Kathy Adams | Nov 2, 2016

The U.S. District Court in Phoenix denied an attempt to halt construction of the Loop 202 South Mountain Freeway in a court order released last week, and work on the project remains on track.

Glendale Chamber of Commerce named mayor's Business of the Week

By Kathy Adams | Nov 2, 2016

Glendale Mayor Jerry Weiers recently named the Glendale Chamber of Commerce as Business of the Week.

Nextiva to host NextCon business conference in Scottsdale

By Kathy Adams | Nov 1, 2016

Scottsdale-based Nextiva, a cloud communications company, is hosting NextCon, a technology and business conference being held Nov. 14-16 at Talking Stick Resort in Scottsdale.

Arizona Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Division says temporary replacement IDs, driver's licenses can be printed at home

By Kathy Adams | Nov 1, 2016

The Arizona Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Division (MVD) is allowing customers applying for a duplicate driver's license or ID card to print temporary credentials at home on regular paper.

Arizona Corporation Commission to hear public comments on Brooke Water Company issues

By Kathy Adams | Nov 1, 2016

The Arizona Corporation Commission said it will meet Thursday to allow comments from customers of Brooke Water Company regarding the company's lack of communication regarding an outage, general service and billing issues.

Arizona Corporation Commission reviews utility transmission plans

By Kathy Adams | Oct 31, 2016

The Arizona Corporation Commission (ACC) recently reviewed the 9th Biennial Transmission Assessment to ensure reliability of Arizona’s existing and planned transmission systems.

Gas companies explain their winter plans to Arizona Corporation Commission

By Kathy Adams | Oct 30, 2016

Gas utilities and pipeline companies took center stage at a recent Arizona Corporation Commission meeting, explaining how they plan to ensure reliable service to customers during the winter.

Arizona Department of Transportation seeks input on transportation goals

By Kathy Adams | Oct 30, 2016

The Arizona Department of Transportation is working on its long-range transportation plan and seeks input from the public.

SYNLawn Arizona to host free grand opening celebration Nov. 11-12

By Kathy Adams | Oct 30, 2016

SYNLawn Arizona, the only distributor of SYNLawn artificial grass products in the state, will celebrate the opening of its new Phoenix facility with a free public event Nov. 11-12.

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