News from 2017


Arizona hosts first summit highlighting technology innovation in the state

The first Technology Innovation Summit was recently held to highlight innovation in Arizona.

Arizona-based RightSure makes 12th acquisition

Arizona-based RightSure Insurance has bought Chaparral Insurance Agency, a Prescott-Valley based business.

Bill that would name Arizona businesses that take tax credit unnecessary, chamber says

The Arizona Chamber of Commerce has expressed concern about the impact House Bill 2422 will have on the local economy.

Pima County DOT to make bus stops ADA compliant

Pima County Department of Transportation (DOT) is planning 33 new shelters and boarding zones improvements at its bus stops, ensuring full compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) over the next two months.

Arizona DOH provides grant to help house homeless in Pima County

Arizona Department of Housing (ADOH) has awarded a one-year grant that will be allocated for three regional housing agencies working in partnership.

Section of The Loop to close April 18-19 for construction

Pedestrians, cyclists and motorists are advised of a temporary two-day closure of Camino de la Tierra at the Rillito River area of The Loop.

Avondale offers May building permit, safety class

City staffers with expertise in building safety, inspections and permits will present a class for Avondale residents on May 16.

Safely dispose of unwanted papers at shred event

Area residents can shred unwanted documents at an Avondale-sponsored free identity theft prevention event April 28.

PVHS to hold two-day orientation for spring session

Pima Vocational High School (PVHS) has scheduled orientation for 1:30-4:30 p.m. April 20-21.

Arizona Hispanic Chamber annual gala set for May

The Arizona Hispanic Chamber of Commerce will honor the 2017 Woman of the Year during the 59th Annual Black & White Ball and Business Awards.

Avondale library to host reception for student art contest

Area art enthusiasts can support student artists at the city of Avondale’s upcoming reception highlighting annual students’ work at the Avondale Civic Center Library.

Arizona Chamber shares budget task force recommendations with Legislature

The Arizona Chamber of Commerce and Industry has shared its Fiscal Policy Task Force budget with members of the Legislature.

Mesa Community College students awarded scholarships by Coca-Cola

Two Mesa Community College (MCC) students have been honored as team scholars.

Ruby's Rainbow holds campaign to raise money for those with Down Syndrome

A charity that helps those with Down Syndrome has been seeking donations in honor of World Down Syndrome Day, which was held in March.

Mesa Community College ranks fourth in Arizona for serving international students

Mesa Community College (MCC) has been given high marks in the 2016 Open Doors Report on International Education Exchange.

Tempe restaurateur receives National Restaurant Association award

Lauded by the National Restaurant Association Education Foundation (NRAEF) as a mentor and philanthropist, Tempe restaurateur Raveen Arora is the recipient of the foundation's Face of Diversity-American Dream Award.

Gilbert chamber to honor K-9 teams on Earth Day

The Gilbert Chamber of Commerce is honoring K-9 police and fire teams by spending Earth Day cleaning and shining the town’s Crossroads Dog Park.

Carondelet Health Network to hold job fair for recent nursing grads

Carondelet Health Network is hosting a job fair Wednesday for nursing graduates.

Arizona Free Enterprise Club sticks to its founding principles

Founded 12 years ago to seal a perceived gap in the state's political landscape, the Arizona Free Enterprise Club continues to advocate for free market principles among lawmakers, according to its executive director.

Chamber acquires new investor services and affinity director

Industry professional Manfredi joined the Tucson Metro Chamber last month.