News from 2017


Computer and electronic products industry Q3 net sales up 2.3%

The computer and electronic products industry’s net sales in the third quarter of 2017 were up 2.3 percent over the same period last year, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.

Machinery industry Q3 net sales up 9.5%

The machinery industry’s net sales in the third quarter of 2017 were up 9.5 percent over the same period last year, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.

Fabricated metal products industry Q3 net sales up 3.4%

The fabricated metal products industry’s net sales in the third quarter of 2017 were up 3.4 percent over the same period last year, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.

Computer systems design and related services industry Q3 net sales up 9.4%

The computer systems design and related services industry’s net sales in the third quarter of 2017 were up 9.4 percent over the same period last year, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.

Motion picture and sound recording industries Q3 net sales down 0.4%

The motion picture and sound recording industries' net sales in the third quarter of 2017 were down 0.4 percent from the same period last year, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.

Communications equipment industry Q3 net sales down 8.6%

The communications equipment industry’s net sales in the third quarter of 2017 were down 8.6 percent from the same period last year, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.

Food and beverage stores industry Q3 net sales down 0.5%

The food and beverage stores industry’s net sales in the third quarter of 2017 were down 0.5 percent from the same period last year, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.

Clothing and general merchandise stores industry Q3 net sales up 3.3%

The clothing and general merchandise stores industry’s net sales in the third quarter of 2017 were up 3.3 percent over the same period last year, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.

Petroleum and coal products industry Q3 net sales up 18.9%

The petroleum and coal products industry’s net sales in the third quarter of 2017 were up 18.9 percent over the same period last year, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.

Wholesale trade industry Q3 net sales up 8%

The wholesale trade industry’s net sales in the third quarter of 2017 were up 8 percent over the same period last year, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.

Management and technical consulting services industry Q3 net sales down 6.6%

The management and technical consulting services industry’s net sales in the third quarter of 2017 were down 6.6 percent from the same period last year, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.

Paper industry Q3 net sales up 4.7%

The paper industry’s net sales in the third quarter of 2017 were up 4.7 percent over the same period last year, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.

Nonmetallic mineral products industry Q3 net sales up 0.8%

The nonmetallic mineral products industry’s net sales in the third quarter of 2017 were up 0.8 percent over the same period last year, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.

Wholesale trade, durable goods industry Q3 net sales up 7.9%

The wholesale trade, durable goods industry’s net sales in the third quarter of 2017 were up 7.9 percent over the same period last year, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.

Computer and peripheral equipment industry Q3 net sales up 2.8%

The computer and peripheral equipment industry’s net sales in the third quarter of 2017 were up 2.8 percent over the same period last year, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.

Slyter joins Dignity Health facilities in East Valley

Mark Slyter was recently named president and CEO for Dignity Health Chandler Regional and Mercy Gilbert Medical Centers in the East Valley.

Arizona freeway, highway artist to be featured at upcoming Hot Coffee Arts & Culture Series

The city of Goodyear will host Arizona artist Joseph Salazar this month as part of its Hot Coffee Arts & Culture Lecture Series.

Buckeye fire department to host community focus group

The Buckeye Fire Medical Rescue Department will host a community focus group this month to inform residents about the department’s current work and services.

The Gold in View Phoenix

There is a reason View Phoenix is having a lively celebration, it's the golden years.

Scottsdale launches city flag contest

Scottsdale is seeking submissions for its flag-design competition, which runs through Oct. 27.