Ducey signs bill extending tax incentives for Rio Nuevo

By Soutrik Das | Apr 18, 2018

The Tucson Metro Chamber conveyed its gratitude to Gov. Doug Ducey and state Rep. Mark Finchem (R-Tucson) for their leadership in passing House Bill 2456, which extended tax incentives for Rio Nuevo to 2035.

Buchanan accepts role as research fellow at U of A's Freedom Center

By John Breslin | Apr 16, 2018

Professor Allen Buchanan has enjoyed a diverse career, but the work is far from over as he anticipates contemplating weighty issues surrounding human morality and evolution in his new position as a research fellow with the Freedom Center at the University of Arizona.

Analysis: Arizona homeowners pay the 11th lowest property tax rate in the U.S.

By Arizona Business Daily | Apr 13, 2018

With an effective tax rate of 0.68 percent, Arizona has the 11th lowest tax rate among U.S. states and the District of Columbia, according to an ATTOM Data Solutions analysis of property taxes levied on single-family homes.

Analysis: Indiana homeowners pay the 28th highest property tax rate in the U.S.

By Indiana Business Daily | Apr 13, 2018

With an effective tax rate of 0.9 percent, Indiana has the 28th highest tax rate among U.S. states and the District of Columbia, according to an ATTOM Data Solutions analysis of property taxes levied on single-family homes.

Arizona ranks 5th in national economic momentum index

By Soutrik Das | Apr 11, 2018

A recent index of State Economic Momentum, a quarterly report published by Washington, D.C., ranked Arizona No. 5 in the nation for its economic growth.

Foundations join with governor to help expand Pathways to Prosperity program

By John Breslin | Apr 11, 2018

Four foundations and Gov. Doug Ducey are partnering with a center to lead a program to better marry the state's public education system to the needs of employers now and into the future.

Ducey pays tribute to state's first woman governor

By Soutrik Das | Apr 11, 2018

The governor of Arizona: Douglas A. Ducey officially proclaimed April 5, 2018, as Rose Mofford Day, in the memory of Arizona's first woman governor Rose Mofford.

Surprise plans for sale of up to $40 million in bonds

By Giselle Rances | Apr 10, 2018

In response to the upgrade of the City of Surprise’s General Obligation (GO) bond rating by Standard and Poor's, the City Council has authorized the first-ever Decide Surprise bond sale.

State Supreme Court rules vote on school choice initiative will take place

By John Breslin | Apr 5, 2018

Justices ruled those filing a challenge to the ballot initiative had no standing to question the validity of some of the more than 75,000 signatures presented by grass roots organizations and public school educators.

Deadline nears for City of Surprise summer intern program

By Soutrik Das | Apr 4, 2018

Surprise is offering teens between the ages of 15 and 19 a unique eight-week internship opportunity through its Summer Youth Employment Program.

Disney College Program recruits at Mesa Community College

By Sandra Lane | Apr 2, 2018

Through Mesa Community College, students can apply for the paid internships, which include earning college credits.

Greater Phoenix Chamber honors outstanding members

By Sandra Lane | Apr 2, 2018

In its 50th season, Phoenix Suns are recognized as Economic Driver.

Report projects state will add 150,000 jobs over next 2 years

By Marian Johns | Mar 27, 2018

Arizona could add over 150,000 jobs over the next two years, according to a short-term economic projection by the Arizona Office of Economic Opportunity and the U.S. Department of Labor.

Cochise County official participates in voting rights panel

By Rumbidzai Karen Musvosvi | Mar 19, 2018

The Arizona Advisory Committee to the U.S. Commission on Civil Rights held a public meeting this month on voting rights and access.

King Koil to build manufacturing plant in Avondale

By Robert Davis | Mar 15, 2018

The U.S. based company will employ 50 people at the facility and plans to be fully operational by April.

Deadline for Pima County Summer Youth Program is March 16

By Robert Davis | Mar 15, 2018

The application deadline for Pima County's Summer Youth Program for 14- to 21-year-olds has been extended to March 16.

Buckeye welcomes Nikola Motor Co.

By Rumbidzai Karen Musvosvi | Mar 12, 2018

Nikola Motor Co. has announced plans to establish a 500-acre, 1 million-square-foot, zero-emission hydrogen-electric semi-truck manufacturing facility headquarters in Buckeye.

Pima County honors annual Small Business Commission award winners

By Rumbidzai Karen Musvosvi | Mar 7, 2018

The Pima County Board of Supervisors recently recognized winners of the Small Business Commission Small Business of the Year.

Donation allows animal shelter to combat 'Strep Zoo'

By Rumbidzai Karen Musvosvi | Mar 6, 2018

The Maricopa County Board of Supervisors recently recognized the Two Pups Wellness Fund with a $25,000 donation.

Revenue department helps Hoosiers with tax credits and deductions

By Rumbidzai Karen Musvosvi | Mar 5, 2018

The Indiana Department of Revenue has introduced resources on its website to help people throughout the tax process this season, including forms and detailed qualifications needed for each credit and deduction.

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