News from 2017


ASU's West campus hosts Black History Month events

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

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

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

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

Intel is finally ready to complete a Chandler plant it built and left vacant.

Volkswagen ordered to trial for deceiving Arizona car buyers

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

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

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.

Pima County supervisors vote to appeal World View ruling

During a court hearing this month, the Arizona Pima County Board of Supervisors voted to appeal a prior ruling against the county in a lawsuit filed by the company World View.

U & Improved: Become the champion your life deserves

Jodi Low, U & Improved founder and CEO, teaches others that to live a life of happiness, success and fulfillment, one's head and heart have to be in alignment.

College-manufacturing deal is 'win-win-win'

Three Arizona college entities have united to help the state's manufacturing industry by providing a uniform curriculum geared toward training a workforce ready to step in right after graduation.

Trump comes between Arizona, Mexico business bond

As Arizona is trying to increase its trade relations with Mexico, President Donald Trump appears ready to put up at least a metaphorical wall, several Arizona business people and others said recently.

Food distributor makes Phoenix an offer it doesn't refuse

A national food distributor specializing in pastas, Italian meats and olive oil recently paid $22.4 million to become part of the Phoenix landscape.

Judge bursts balloon company's lease deal

Pima County’s $15 million lease deal with the space balloon company World View was recently ruled invalid by Pima County Superior Court Judge Catherine Woods.

Arizona needs 'education revolution,' ASU president says

The Arizona business community is vital to creating the "education revolution" the state needs to prepare students for careers in the fast-paced world of tomorrow, the president of Arizona State University said recently.

Franks pleased with House passage of end to settlement slush funds

This week's House passage of a bill to stop an Obama-era "slush fund" policy takes settlement payments away from third parties and gives it back to victims, an Arizona congressman who co-sponsored the legislation said during a recent interview.

Chamber president clarifies remarks on education

This month, Arizona Chamber of Commerce and Industry President and CEO Glenn Hamer offered comments on the recent Arizona Education Association claims made against him.

Lodge on the Desert reaches settlement with creditor

The owners of Lodge on the Desert have reached a settlement agreement with a creditor to help the hotel rise out of Chapter 11 bankruptcy status.

Arizona ranks 10th among states for inbound migration

Arizona has inched into the top 10 states with more people arriving than leaving, according to the 40th annual survey carried out by one of the country’s largest moving firms.

Department of Revenue sends out corrected 1099-Gs

Arizona's Department of Revenue is sending out corrected 1099-G forms this week after mailing incorrect information to approximately 580,000 people.