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Arizona chamber CEO urges making NAFTA better

By Cheyenne Dickerson | Mar 20, 2017

Glenn Hamer, CEO and president of the Arizona Chamber of Commerce and Industry, recently said it is time to see the 23-year-old NAFTA agreement “modernized and made better.”

ASU's law school named among top 25 in nation

By Nicole Balli | Mar 20, 2017

Arizona State University’s law school, which is celebrating its 50th anniversary, was recently ranked among the top law schools in the nation by U.S. News and World Report.

SenesTech named one of Arizona's 100 best companies

By Nicole Balli | Mar 17, 2017

SenesTech, a pest control technology firm, was recently named one of the 100 best companies in Arizona by BestCompaniesAZ.

Pima County project uncovers tons of waste in Pantano Wash

By Caitlin Nordahl | Mar 17, 2017

As Pima County’s efforts to clear sediment along the Pantano Wash continue, the city’s contractor recently found massive amounts of waste in the riverbed, including old car bodies, tires, rejected grave markers and household trash.

Arizona Chamber of Commerce president supports unifying state and city tax codes on jet fuel

By Caitlin Nordahl | Mar 17, 2017

Glenn Hamer, president and CEO of the Arizona Chamber of Commerce and Industry, recently penned a blog post supporting and amendment to HB 2064 that aims to make Arizona’s airports more competitive through tax code changes.

Pima medical examiner's office gains national praise

By Nicole Balli | Mar 16, 2017

The National Association of Medical Examiners (NAME) recently awarded full accreditation to the Pima County Office of the Medical Examiner. Pima County was among only 75 jurisdictions to be given full accreditation and the only office in Arizona to receive the top rating, the county said in a release.

McCain launches legislation to preserve Veterans Choice Program

By Nicole Balli | Mar 16, 2017

U.S. Sen. John McCain (R-AZ) said he testified March 7 at a House Veterans Affairs Committee hearing on behalf of legislation to better veterans benefits.

Former state senator calls for ballot initiative reform

By Caitlin Nordahl | Mar 16, 2017

The Arizona Chamber of Commerce recently posted an op-ed article penned by former Republican state Senate President Steve Pierce for the Arizona Daily Sun in which he argues for reforms regarding citizen ballot initiatives.

Lake Havasu Chamber of Commerce holding monthly Business Solutions luncheons

By Caitlin Nordahl | Mar 16, 2017

he Lake Havasu Area Chamber of Commerce recently highlighted its monthly Business Solution luncheons, which take place on the third Tuesday of every month and allow member business representatives to collaborate on tricky business problems they’ve encountered.

Chamber CEO critical of Tucson school board in superintendent's resignation

By Cheyenne Dickerson | Mar 16, 2017

Tucson Metro Chamber President and CEO Michael Varney recently released a letter in which he called the decision by the Tucson Unified School District Board to accept the resignation of Superintendent H.T. Sanchez regrettable.

Glendale Chamber of Commerce chairman ends his term at Glendale's State of the City gathering

By Nicole Balli | Mar 14, 2017

Ending his term as chairman of the Glendale Chamber of Commerce, Jeff Blake recapped chamber activities to chamber members as well as local officials, representatives and lawmakers gathered for the 66th annual State of the City Address on March 2 at the Renaissance Glendale Hotel and Spa.

Valley Metro honored at WTS Metropolitan Phoenix awards event

By Cheyenne Dickerson | Mar 14, 2017

Phoenix-based Valley Metro was recently recognized at the 17th annual WTS Metropolitan Phoenix Scholarships and Awards Ceremony, where two of its transportation professionals received awards, WTS International said in a release.

Arizona Corporation Commission establishes committees on water, ethics and federal affairs

By Caitlin Nordahl | Mar 14, 2017

Following the adoption of a resolution allowing for the creation of committees within the Arizona Corporation Commission, the commission announced the establishment of three committees that will allow it to gain a deeper perspective on issues affecting its stakeholders.

Community service essential element of Arizona dental school's mission

By John Breslin | Mar 13, 2017

Graduates are leaving the Arizona School of Dentistry and Oral Health with an understanding of the benefits of practicing in underserved communities, according to its dean.

Lake Havasu Area Chamber of Commerce encouraging morning exchanges and PM Mixers

By Caitlin Nordahl | Mar 13, 2017

The Lake Havasu Area Chamber of Commerce encourages local businesses to host monthly AM Exchanges and PM Mixers to allow area professionals to network and present their business efforts and events.

Phoenix-based Goldwater Institute defending constitutuonal freedoms in Arizona, across the U.S.

By John Breslin | Mar 13, 2017

As the Phoenix-headquartered Goldwater Institute approaches the 30th anniversary of its founding, it remains committed to high altitude thinking of making sure all levels of government adhere to the U.S Constitution – and to limited interference in the lives of individuals.

Get involved, Glendale mayor says in State of the City speech

By Caitlin Nordahl | Mar 13, 2017

Glendale Mayor Jerry Weiers focused on fiscal responsibility, economic development, public safety, quality of life and veterans in his recent State of the City address delivered at an event hosted by the Glendale Chamber of Commerce at the Renaissance Glendale Hotel & Spa.

Federal legislation would alter Nogales' share of International Outfall Interceptor costs

By Cheyenne Dickerson | Mar 13, 2017

U.S. Sen. John McCain (R-AZ) released a statement about recent legislation that he, U.S. Sen. Jeff Flake (R-AZ) and U.S. Rep. Martha McSally (R-AZ) are backing that could impact the financing of the International Outfall Interceptor.

BestCompaniesAZ lists best Arizona-based company blogs

By Mary Anne Kress | Mar 9, 2017

Mesa-based BestCompaniesAZ recently compiled a list of what it calls the best blogging Arizona-based companies.

Pima County ready to roll on Walk ‘n’ Roll to School Day

By Cheyenne Dickerson | Mar 9, 2017

The Pima County Department of Environmental Quality and Bicycle and Pedestrian Program are expecting more than 50 surrounding schools to participate in the annual Walk 'n' Roll to School scheduled for April 7.

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