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News from 2018

SkyBridge Arizona creates international air cargo hub

By Marian Johns | Jan 21, 2018

The Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport will be home to SkyBridge Arizona's new operations, a move that is expected to create 17,000 direct and indirect jobs and marks the first international air cargo hub which will house Mexican and U.S. Customs.

A.T. Still professor receives grant for brain injury research

By Marian Johns | Jan 21, 2018

A.T. Still University professor and associate director for the Still Research Institute Dr. James Menke has received nearly $50,000 in funds for traumatic brain injury research, to include exploring treatment options for veterans.

University of Phoenix offers 2 new psychology degrees

By Marian Johns | Jan 21, 2018

The University of Phoenix has launched two new psychology programs in an effort to meet the demands of workplaces in the digital age.

Wood Partners leases apartment units in Alta Camelback

By Marian Johns | Jan 21, 2018

Wood Partners has begun leasing homes in its new 237-apartment unit in Uptown Phoenix, which is the first luxury apartment community in the area and includes a sky deck overlooking Piestewa Peak and Camelback Mountain.

ADOT receives environmental review authority for highway projects

By Marian Johns | Jan 21, 2018

The Arizona Department of Transportation and the Federal Highway Administration recently signed a memorandum of understanding that gives the ADOT environmental review authority and responsibility for certain projects.

Search is underway for new DriveTime CEO

By Marian Johns | Jan 21, 2018

Tempe-based DriveTime now has a vacant CEO post after an executive succession process has been completed by the company.

Hanna to manage Peoria office for West USA Realty

By Marian Johns | Jan 21, 2018

West USA Realty has appointed 25-year real estate industry veteran Veronica Hanna to the company's Peoria office manager post.

Glendale Elementary's Gilliam to serve on Arizona School Facilities Board

By Marian Johns | Jan 21, 2018

Arizona's Superintendent of Public Instruction Diane Douglas recently appointed Glendale Elementary School District's director of maintenance and operations Gregory Gilliam as her designee to the Arizona School Facilities Board.

Loop 202 South Mountain Freeway project moves forward

By Marian Johns | Jan 21, 2018

The Arizona Department of Transportation's Loop 202 South Mountain Freeway project is moving along as the first interchange in Laveen is now taking shape.

Myers joins Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona as chief medical officer

By Marian Johns | Jan 21, 2018

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona has named nationally recognized Dr. Woodrow Myers Jr. as the company's chief medical officer and health strategist.

Greater Phoenix Chamber seeks graphic designer

By Marian Johns | Jan 21, 2018

The Greater Phoenix Chamber of Commerce is seeking a graphic designer to coordinate the chamber's marketing, promotional materials and a variety of design and layout work.

Cochise County Library app gives users access to free online books

By Marian Johns | Jan 21, 2018

The Cochise County Library District has launched a new app for mobile devices that will allow library users to access thousands of free online books.

Cochise Health Social Services unveils new electronic WIC system

By Marian Johns | Jan 21, 2018

The Cochise Health and Social Services along with the Arizona Department of Health Services have introduced a new electronic system for individuals receiving benefits through the WIC program.

Tucson's RightSure Insurance acquires California firm

By Marian Johns | Jan 21, 2018

Tucson-based RightSure Insurance Corp. recently completed its 14th business acquisition by acquiring California-based Auto & Property Insurance Solutions.

Pima County issues air quality watch due to residual smoke

By Marian Johns | Jan 21, 2018

Due to the risk of elevated levels of smoke in the Pima County area, the Pima County Department of Environmental Quality has issued an air quality watch.

City of Buckeye opens new trail at Skyline Regional Park

By Marian Johns | Jan 21, 2018

The City of Buckeye recently celebrated the grand opening of a 0.6-mile accessible trail at the Skyline Regional Park, which was funded through an Arizona State Parks and Trails recreation trails grant.

Gilbert Leadership program marks 25th year with time capsule

By Marian Johns | Jan 21, 2018

Gilbert Leadership is celebrating its 25th year with the creation of a time capsule that is slated to be opened on the program's 50th anniversary.

Virtua Partners acquires 2 properties in Phoenix area

By Marian Johns | Jan 21, 2018

Virtua Partners has acquired two major properties in the Phoenix area totaling 146 acres including the Villa De Paz Golf Club and Bennett Meadows, a 28-acre property the company will use for a single-family residential development.

Registration opens for Avondale's Citizen Leadership Academy

By Marian Johns | Jan 21, 2018

The City of Avondale has opened its registration for the 2018 Avondale Citizen Leadership Academy, which will kick off its 2018 program in February.

ADOT reminds motorists to use Safe Phone Zones

By Marian Johns | Jan 21, 2018

As travelers hit the roads this holiday season, the Arizona Department of Transportation reminds motorists of the state's Safe Phone Zones, which through a partnership with Geico, offer drivers a place to safely talk and text on their smartphones.

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