The summer of 2021 is leading the record books for businesses relocating to Arizona, including semiconductor manufacturers, electric car makers and many other tech companies. While most relocations and expansions are happening in the Valley, Northern Arizona is also attracting companies. In east … [Read more...] about Arizona’s Business Landscape Sees Explosive Growth
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Big Land Sale, Big Plans
It is being billed as a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. One of the largest privately-owned parcels of land in Northern Arizona is currently in escrow and is scheduled to close this year. The sale, and the proposed ambitious, multi-use development of the 500-acre parcel of land, is big news for … [Read more...] about Big Land Sale, Big Plans
Community Colleges Join Recovery Push for Arizona
I can see the beautiful aspen trees quaking in the wind outside of my office window. The signs of the approaching summer are with us everywhere in Northern Arizona. Here at Coconino Community College, we have celebrated our 512 recent graduates with a commencement ceremony held virtually in order … [Read more...] about Community Colleges Join Recovery Push for Arizona
Sinema-Backed Bill Supports Safer Water Systems for Tribal Communities in Arizona
Arizona senior Senator Kyrsten Sinema cosponsored the bipartisan Indian Health Service Sanitation Facilities Construction Enhancement Act—legislation increasing funding for the Indian Health Service Sanitation Facilities Construction Program to construct and improve multiple critical water and … [Read more...] about Sinema-Backed Bill Supports Safer Water Systems for Tribal Communities in Arizona
Arizona Leads Nation In Personal Income Growth
Personal income in Arizona rose last year at a rate faster than nearly any state in the country, according to new estimates from the Bureau of Economic Analysis. With a personal income growth rate of 8.4%, Arizona tied with Montana for the fastest rate of growth in personal income in … [Read more...] about Arizona Leads Nation In Personal Income Growth
Arizona To Add 325,000+ Jobs
A new report released by the Arizona Office of Economic Opportunity is projecting strong job growth in the state over the next two years, with the largest gains happening in sectors hit hardest by the pandemic. “Arizona is a place where opportunities are plentiful and jobs are growing,” said … [Read more...] about Arizona To Add 325,000+ Jobs
Arizona Encouraging Families to Invest in Education with Tax Deductible Contributions
The State of Arizona is encouraging families to save for post-high school education expenses with tax-deductible donations. Arizona taxpayers can deposit into AZ529 educational savings plans set up for their children, grandchildren or friends and receive tax deductions. “My passion has been to … [Read more...] about Arizona Encouraging Families to Invest in Education with Tax Deductible Contributions
Solar co-op launches for Northern Arizona residents to go solar together
On January 12, alongside the City of Flagstaff, City of Sedona, and Coconino County, the nonprofit group Solar United Neighbors (SUN) announced the launch of the Northern Arizona Solar Co-op to help area residents go solar. “The co-op will enable Northern Arizona homeowners and business … [Read more...] about Solar co-op launches for Northern Arizona residents to go solar together
AZ Resilient: Connected Arizona
Governor Doug Ducey is urging the Legislature to strongly support his proposal to invest more than $40 million in a dramatic expansion of broadband in rural Arizona. “Reliable, high-speed internet is crucial for health care, public safety, education and economic development,” said Governor Ducey. … [Read more...] about AZ Resilient: Connected Arizona
Arizona Multihousing Association, Rental Property Owners Disappointed As AZ Supreme Court Declines to Review State’s Eviction Executive Order
The Arizona Multihousing Association (AMA) and thousands of struggling rental housing owners expressed deep disappointment today at news that the Arizona Supreme Court has refused to hear a special action seeking to invalidate the Executive Order delaying evictions. In declining to hear the … [Read more...] about Arizona Multihousing Association, Rental Property Owners Disappointed As AZ Supreme Court Declines to Review State’s Eviction Executive Order