News from 2018


Publishing industries Q3 net sales up 9.6%

The publishing industry's net sales, excluding online publishing in the third quarter of 2018 were up 9.6 percent over the same period last year, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.

Food and beverage stores industry Q3 net sales up 2.1%

The food and beverage stores industry’s net sales in the third quarter of 2018 were up 2.1 percent over the same period last year, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.

Wholesale trade, nondurable goods industry Q3 net sales up 4.8%

The wholesale trade, nondurable goods industry’s net sales in the third quarter of 2018 were up 4.8 percent over the same period last year, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.

Petroleum and coal products industry Q3 net sales up 28.7%

The petroleum and coal products industry’s net sales in the third quarter of 2018 were up 28.7 percent over the same period last year, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.

Broadcasting, except internet industry Q3 net sales up 5.5%

The broadcasting, except internet industry’s net sales in the third quarter of 2018 were up 5.5 percent over the same period last year, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.

Wholesale trade, durable goods industry Q3 net sales up 5.5%

The wholesale trade, durable goods industry’s net sales in the third quarter of 2018 were up 5.5 percent over the same period last year, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.

Broadcasting, except internet industry Q3 net sales up 5.5%

The broadcasting, except internet industry’s net sales in the third quarter of 2018 were up 5.5 percent over the same period last year, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.

Apparel and leather products industry Q3 net sales up 1.8%

The apparel and leather products industry’s net sales in the third quarter of 2018 were up 1.8 percent over the same period last year, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.

Information industry Q3 net sales up 5.6%

The information industry’s net sales in the third quarter of 2018 were up 5.6 percent over the same period last year, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.

Democrat Contreras "can't be trusted," warns GOP attorneys general

The Republican Attorneys General Association (RAGA) released a TV advertisement that criticizes AG candidate January Contreras over her handling of neglect complaints at an Arizona veterans home.

Lawmaker, AG seek number of Arizonans affected by Facebook data breach

Rep. T.J. Shope and Attorney General Mark Brnovich are demanding to know from Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg how many Arizonans were impacted by the latest breach of user accounts.

PIMA COUNTY: Board approves Flood Control IGA with UA for research and education

The Pima County Board of Supervisors on Oct. 2 approved an intergovernmental agreement (IGA) with the University of Arizona to provide research assistance to the Regional Flood Control District, while also providing student training opportunities.


OFFICE OF THE ARIZONA GOVERNOR DOUG DUCEY: BD Breaks Ground At I.D.E.A. Tempe Campus

Officials from Becton, Dickinson and Company (BD), a leading global medical technology company, were joined today by Governor Doug Ducey, Tempe Mayor Mark Mitchell and representatives of The Boyer Company to officially break ground on the new I.D.E.A. (Innovation, Discovery, Education and Arts) Tempe campus.

GREATER PHOENIX CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: Business and economic development collaboration boosts Phoenix public art

With October marking National Arts + Humanities month, Phoenix is focused on the impact of public art, younger populations and new employees moving into Phoenix, and business and arts partnership opportunities have become increasingly important in efforts to increase employee recruitment, tourism and economic vitality.

MESA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: SRP Board Approves Price Reduction

Temporary 2.3% Decrease Reduces Customer Prices by $24.2M for 6 Months

Which U.S. schools receive the least federal student aid?

Ravenscroft Beauty College, Crossroads Bible College and Don Roberts School of Hair Design were among U.S. schools that reported receiving the least federal financial aid during the 2017-18 academic year, according to a Higher Education Tribune analysis o

Which U.S. schools receive the least federal student aid?

Arizona Academy of Beauty-East, CollegeAmerica-Flagstaff and International School of Cosmetology-Toni & Guy Hairdressing Academy were among U.S. schools that reported receiving the least federal financial aid during the 2017-18 academic year, according to

MUNCIE-DELAWARE COUNTY, INDIANA ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ALLIANCE: 2018 Annual Dinner, October 25

Join fellow Chamber members for the 124th Annual Meeting: A Dinner, Silent Auction and Award CeremonyOriginal source can be found here.

MUNCIE-DELAWARE COUNTY, INDIANA ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ALLIANCE: 2018 Academy for Community Leadership, October 25

Each year the Academy attracts bright emerging leaders in Muncie and Delaware County, providing an orientation of our community through a broad view of civic leadership to further develop professional talent and provide networking opportunities.