Arizona’s economy posted strong gains in August, adding nearly 80,000 jobs over the month. The state’s unemployment rate dropped to 5.9%, down from 10.7% in July and lower than the U.S. overall rate of 8.4%. During August, the private sector in Arizona recorded a gain of 30,400 jobs, which is … [Read more...] about Arizona Adds Nearly 80,000 Jobs In August, Unemployment Drops To 5.9%
Governor Ducey Urges Arizonans To Complete 2020 Census
With counting slated to end on September 30, Governor Doug Ducey, joined by members of the U.S. Census Bureau and local leaders, today urged all Arizonas who have not completed their census to do so immediately. Governor Ducey launched the AZ Census 2020 campaign in January with a focus on reaching … [Read more...] about Governor Ducey Urges Arizonans To Complete 2020 Census
Chamber Business News: CARES Act And Arizona Come Together For Schools In Pandemic
Federal lifelines from the federal CARES Act are not only aiding small businesses and individuals in Arizona to survive the pandemic, they are helping schools navigate new challenges, as well. In total, Arizona will collect $1.8 billion from the CARES Act. Of that, education is receiving an … [Read more...] about Chamber Business News: CARES Act And Arizona Come Together For Schools In Pandemic
McSally, O’Halleran Introduce Bill to Improve Sunset Crater Volcano Monument
U.S. Senator Martha McSally (R-AZ) and Congressman Tom O’Halleran (D-AZ-01) on Monday introduced bipartisan legislation to modify the boundary of the Sunset Crater Volcano National Monument near Flagstaff to improve management of its buildings. “Sunset Crater is a geo attracts more than 200,000 … [Read more...] about McSally, O’Halleran Introduce Bill to Improve Sunset Crater Volcano Monument
Northern Arizona Healthcare Brings Dedicated Children’s Health Center to Flagstaff
The recently completed 21,982 SF Children's Health Center will enable Northern Arizona Healthcare to better serve children from across our region.Opening October 5th, 2020, this innovative design, completed in partnership with Corgan, transformed an existing Flagstaff, AZ commercial space into a … [Read more...] about Northern Arizona Healthcare Brings Dedicated Children’s Health Center to Flagstaff
Air Bridge Program Delivers Thousands of Pounds of Relief from COVID-19 to Navajo and Hopi Communities
The Navajo and Hopi Air Bridge Program successfully concluded its 7-week program in late August with delivery of 48,193 pounds of direct relief via 24 flights to remote Navajo and Hopi communities. The Air Bridge Program was an unprecedented humanitarian partnership between Air Serv International, … [Read more...] about Air Bridge Program Delivers Thousands of Pounds of Relief from COVID-19 to Navajo and Hopi Communities
CCC Begins Process for Student Housing in Page
In an effort to meet a growing need, Coconino Community College has begun the process to develop student and workforce housing at the college’s center in Page. The CCC District Governing Board, during a meeting on Monday, Aug. 31, unanimously voted to request proposals for a public-private … [Read more...] about CCC Begins Process for Student Housing in Page
Environmental Stewardship Planning Grant Awarded to Civic Service Institute at NAU
The Civic Service Institute (CSI) at NAU, which has coordinated National Service programs such as AmeriCorps and Senior Corps for over 30 years, recently received additional funds to explore new service opportunities in Coconino County. The Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS) and … [Read more...] about Environmental Stewardship Planning Grant Awarded to Civic Service Institute at NAU
Arizona Headed For Faster Economic Recovery Than Rest Of Nation
Arizona is positioned for a faster economic recovery than the rest of the nation, and with some strategic moves on the part of state policymakers and citizens, it should jump back to a leading spot within next year or so, according to local economists. “We have the chance for this to be one of the … [Read more...] about Arizona Headed For Faster Economic Recovery Than Rest Of Nation
McSally Introduces Bipartisan Tribal Connect Act to Increase High-Speed Internet Access in Indian Country
U.S. Senators Martha McSally (R-AZ), Martin Heinrich (D-NM), Assistant Speaker Ben Ray Luján (D-NM), and U.S. Representative Markwayne Mullin (R-OK) have introduced the Tribal Connect Act, legislation to improve broadband connectivity in Indian Country. The bicameral, bipartisan bill would increase … [Read more...] about McSally Introduces Bipartisan Tribal Connect Act to Increase High-Speed Internet Access in Indian Country