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News from February 2017

Clark takes permanent role with Scripps stations in Tucson

By Cheyenne Dickerson | Feb 18, 2017

Leon Clark, an active member in the Tuscon community, was recently named permanent vice president and general manager at KGUN 9 On Your Side, an E.W. Scripps Co. station.
General contractors oppose reallocation of highway funding

By Cheyenne Dickerson | Feb 18, 2017

David Martin, president of the Arizona Chapter of Associated of General Contractors of America, recently sent a letter the Arizona legislature and Gov. Doug Ducey regarding the 2018 highway funds budget.
Budget among key issues as Gibert Chamber hosts legislators

By Cheyenne Dickerson | Feb 18, 2017

The Gilbert Chamber of Commerce recently reported about the Arizona state budget, and its unintended consequences for District 12 and its compliances.
Business leaders throw support behind governor's education proposals

By John Breslin | Feb 18, 2017

Business leaders in Arizona are throwing their support behind Gov. Doug Ducey’s ambitious $3.5 billion plan to improve education in low income areas of the state.
Expect delays on eastbound I-10 in West Valley due to lane closures

By Cheyenne Dickerson | Feb 17, 2017

The Arizona Department of Transportation (DOT) urges Phoenix travelers to plan for delays on Interstate 10 in the West Valley this weekend, as the eastbound lanes will be closed for the construction of the Loop 202 South Mountain Freeway interchange.
Mesa mayor wins Small Business Advocate Award

By Kathy Adams | Feb 17, 2017

Mesa Mayor John Giles won the 2017 Small Business Advocate Award from the U.S. Conference of Mayors' Partner America for supporting local small businesses.
#LetsGrow event highlights Arizona's pro-business environnment

By Kathy Adams | Feb 17, 2017

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce's recent #LetsGrow event highlighted why Arizona is such a good model for other states when it comes to embracing startups and creating jobs.
Better Business Bureau seeks to honor high school athletes

By Cheyenne Dickerson | Feb 17, 2017

The Better Business Bureau of Arizona is accepting nominations for the high school Ethic Athlete Scholarship, which recognizes those who show prosperous minds and quality morals.
Tucson's La Placita complex to be torn down in May

By Kathy Adams | Feb 17, 2017

The colorful La Placita complex in downtown Tucson is slated for demolition in May.
Rawhide Steakhouse offers Easter buffet

By Cheyenne Dickerson | Feb 16, 2017

Rawhide Steakhouse at 5700 W. North Loop Road in Chandler, will host a special Easter buffet with a variety of dishes in addition to an Easter Egg Hunt. 
Suspiros Cakes opens first stateside shop in Tucson

By Kathy Adams | Feb 16, 2017

Suspiros Cakes, a gourmet cake and pie shop based in Mexico, recently opened in Tucson to a long line of fans eagerly awaiting the chance to purchase delicacies.
Weiers to host Glendale's State of the City address

By Cheyenne Dickerson | Feb 15, 2017

Glendale Mayor Jerry Weiers will host the 66th Annual State of the City Address and Dinner next month at the Renaissance Glendale Hotel & Spa to recognize the city’s growth and advancement and to thank those for their hard work and support.
ASU's West campus hosts Black History Month events

By Cheyenne Dickerson | Feb 15, 2017

Arizona State University is proud to be hosting a couple of artistic events to celebrate February’s Black History Month on the West campus.
Glendale firefighters promote burn awareness

By Cheyenne Dickerson | Feb 14, 2017

The Glendale Fire Department recently promoted National Burn Awareness Week and Scalding Injury Prevention Week.
Completion of Intel facility could mean 10,000 jobs for Arizona

By Mia Sims | Feb 14, 2017

Intel Corp.'s decision to invest more than $7 billion to complete Fab 42, a semiconductor factory in Chandler expected to be the most advanced in the world, will create approximately 3,000 jobs for process engineers, equipment technicians, and facilities-support engineers and technicians.
Marana requests WIFA review for proposed clean water project

By Mia Sims | Feb 14, 2017

The town of Marana has issued a request for technical assistance from the Water Infrastructure Finance Authority of Arizona to inform the public and request comments on a clean water infrastructure project.
Intel to complete Chandler chip plant project, add 3,000 jobs

By Kathy Adams | Feb 12, 2017

Intel is finally ready to complete a Chandler plant it built and left vacant.
Volkswagen ordered to trial for deceiving Arizona car buyers

By Kathy Adams | Feb 12, 2017

Volkswagen has been ordered to stand trial in Arizona for selling diesel vehicles that produced more emissions than legally allowed.
Arizona lawmakers split on proposal for new Coyotes arena

By Cheyenne Dickerson | Feb 12, 2017

Key Arizona lawmakers disagree on the proposal for state invilvement in a new $400 million Arizona Coyotes hockey arena.
Biz tip of the week: Make a million dollars networking

By Cheyenne Dickerson | Feb 11, 2017

SCORE and the Southern Arizona Home Builders Association recently hosted the “How To Make A Million Dollars Networking” workshop, conducted by a panel of experts sharing their tips and advice on how to increase your financial revenue.

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