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New semiconductor apprenticeship hopes to bolster local workforce
(The Center Square) – Intel is starting up a workforce development program with some help of the state of Arizona in order to bolster the state's growing semiconductor industry. The program is meant to train people to become manufacturing facility technicians in a formal apprenticeship, the first of its kind in the United States from the technology company. According to a news release, the apprenticeship will feature educational components from the Maricopa County Community College District. ...
Fast-casual Mexican chain to enter new state
Moe’s Southwest Grill will soon enter a new state in its namesake region. The Mexican fast-casual restaurant, known for burritos, tacos, bowls and more, has announced that it will open its first stores in Arizona through a five-unit franchise agreement that will bring locations to the greater Phoenix area. The first location is set to open at Pebble Creek Marketplace in Goodyear in September.
Unlock your potential with the Arizona Community College Workforce Scholarship!
Are you, or someone you know, looking to build advanced skills that lead to jobs in high-wage, high-growth occupations? Governor Katie Hobbs and Arizona’s ten public community college districts have partnered to create the Arizona Community College Workforce Scholarship program. The scholarship aims to foster a skilled workforce tailored to the evolving demands of our state’s economy and help Arizonans earn a credential, license, or degree, moving the state closer to reaching its Achieve60AZ education attainment goal.
Most Influential Women: Wendy Cohen, Kitchell
Az Business and AZRE magazines announced the publications’ lists of the Most Influential Women in Arizona of 2024, including Wendy Cohen, president and CEO of Kitchell. In celebration of the Most Influential Women program, azbigmedia.com is profiling one of the Most Influential Women of 2024 each day leading up to the Most Influential Women of 2024 dinner and reception.
Mycon breaks ground on first Arizona project, talks strategic growth
A Dallas-based contractor is making strides in the West with its latest endeavor, the Tucson Rehabilitation Hospital in Arizona. Mycon General Contractors, a national commercial contractor with annual revenues exceeding $525 million, recently broke ground on the project, its first ground-up construction job in the Arizona market. The three-story, 55,098-square-foot hospital will feature 48 modern patient rooms and two therapy gyms with advanced technologies and state-of-the-art equipment.
Councilmember Dawn Oliphant appointed by governor to Arizona Department of Revenue Municipal Tax Code Commission
Queen Creek Councilmember Dawn Oliphant was recently appointed by Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs to serve as a representative on the Arizona Municipal Tax Code Commission. The Municipal Tax Code Commission consists of nine mayors and council members of cities or towns that have adopted the Model City Tax Code. Of these individuals, five are appointed by the governor.
Gas station in the East Valley sells $1.75M lottery ticket to lucky winner
PHOENIX — Check your tickets if you played Triple Twist or Powerball recently. Slips worth $1.745 million and $100,000 were sold at Arizona gas stations this past weekend, Arizona Lottery officials announced. Triple Twist ticket details. The $1,745,000 Triple Twist ticket was sold at a Circle K at 3155...
Jeff Flake to step down as Turkish ambassador on Sept. 1
Ambassador Jeff Flake, who previously served as a Republican senator from Arizona, will step down as the U.S. ambassador to Turkey on Sept. 1. “It has been an honor and a privilege to represent the United States of America in this pivotal country, and to strengthen our relationship with this indispensable ally,” Flake wrote to…
The Joy Bus receives grant to help open new location, serve more people with cancer across the Valley
In the spirit of supporting the community, a $100,000 donation from the James M. Cox Foundation was recently presented to The Joy Bus founder Jennifer Caraway by Alex Taylor, chairman and chief executive officer of Cox Enterprises. The Joy Bus is committed to relieving the daily struggles of people with...
School Vouchers Were Supposed to Save Taxpayer Money. Instead They Blew a Massive Hole in Arizona’s Budget.
Arizona, the model for voucher programs across the country, has spent so much money paying private schoolers’ tuition that it’s now facing hundreds of millions in budget cuts to critical state programs and projects.
Lake comes up short with $4.3 million haul compared to Gallego’s $10.4 million
Republican Senate candidates in Arizona are showing lackluster fundraising numbers compared to Rep. Ruben Gallego (D-AZ). Kari Lake, a former Arizona news anchor turned political candidate, raised $4.3 million in the second quarter of the year. Her Republican opponent, Pinal County Sheriff Mark Lamb, reported a $422,000 haul. Gallego, the only Democrat in the race […]
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