Landmark Title Opens West Valley Office, Adds New Branch Manager

Rick McCartney

Landmark Title Assurance Agency recently opened its sixth office in the Valley and welcomed Shalene Belichesky as branch manager of its newest location. The new office is located in The Atrium at Arrowhead,17505 N. 79th Avenue, Suite 105 in Glendale. Belichesky brings nearly two decades of experience to the Landmark Title team, previously working for national title firms in … [More]

Paycheck Protection Program and Health Care Enhancement Act Signed into Law

Small Business Administration

Today, the Paycheck Protection Program and Health Care Enhancement Act was signed into law, allocating additional money to the SBA Paycheck Protection Program (PPP).   PPP is providing much-needed relief and helping America’s small businesses make it through this challenging time. In a joint statement, SBA Administrator Jovita Carranza and U.S. Treasury Secretary Steven … [More]

Mother’s Day Meals, Taco Tuesdays and Margaritas!

Hotel Valley Ho

ZuZu at Hotel Valley Ho is celebrating upcoming holidays and weekday specials with deals that can’t be beat. Enjoy all the chef-curated classics from the comfort of your home with a variety of sweet, savory, and flavorful take-out options.   IMPRESS MOM AT HOME THIS MOTHER’S DAY This Mother’s Day, treat mom to the ultimate meal at home with a variety of savory and sweet … [More]

Tips for PPP Applications – Businesses, Be Ready for Monday

by Mike Hunter

Payroll Protection Program funds are anticipated to go liquid on Monday, and GPEC is urging every small firm in Arizona to prepare their applications and supporting documentation before capital becomes available. Consistency and accuracy are vital in the application process. Errors, inaccuracies or lack of documentation can be the difference between receiving funds and being … [More]

Iconic Concerts from Jazz Club’s Presented by Local Jazz Performance Venue

The Nash

THE NASH AT HOME: "One More Time" Broadcast every Wed and Sat night at 6:30 pm (Az Time) In response to the quarantine for COVID 19, The Nash is broadcasting two concerts a week for fans of jazz to enjoy at home. Dubbed the "One More Time" Concert Series, the concerts are taken from the Nash's impressive archive recorded during the artists' original appearances and … [More]

CBO’s Current Projections of Output, Employment, and Interest Rates and a Preliminary Look at Federal Deficits for 2020 and 2021

Congressional Budget Office

CBO has developed preliminary projections of key economic variables through the end of calendar year 2021, based on information about the economy that was available through yesterday and including the effects of an economic boost from legislation recently enacted in response to the pandemic. In addition, CBO has developed a preliminary assessment of federal budget deficits and … [More]

Downtown Center Adds Color to Life with Activity Book

Arizona Center

With so much uncertainty in our lives these days, it’s important to find things to keep ourselves busy and sane. Since we’re all stuck at home, Arizona Center, a shopping and entertainment destination in Downtown Phoenix, is helping add a little color to your day with a free, downloadable activity book for adults and kids alike. After all, adult coloring is a new and popular … [More]

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona Employees Assist with COVID-19 Patient Treatment

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona (BCBSAZ) announced today more than 20 medically qualified employees have volunteered to assist in providing care and treatment to COVID-19 patients in healthcare facilities. The company will support trained healthcare specialists from BCBSAZ and its subsidiary, Health Choice Arizona, in returning to practice as physicians, nurses, and … [More]

Local Business Owner Named to NSBA Leadership Council

DLP Marketing

Lori Anna Harrison, DLP Marketing Scottsdale, was recently named to the National Small Business Association (NSBA) Leadership Council. NSBA is the nation’s oldest small-business advocacy organization and operates on a staunchly nonpartisan basis. Harrison, a recognized leader in the small-business community, joins the NSBA Leadership Council alongside other small-business … [More]

Phoenix Public Transit Department to Reduce Bus Service on May 4

Rick McCartney

As a result of the continued impacts of COVID-19, the city of Phoenix Public Transit Department will reduce bus service (see route list below) beginning May 4. The start of the service day will shift to: •    Monday - Friday 5 a.m. •    Saturday and Sunday 6 a.m. The following service hours are temporarily eliminated: •    Monday - Thursday 11 p.m. to midnight •   … [More]

Online Co. Providing Free Wills and Other Important Trust-Related Documents During Pandemic

MyProtectionHero

MyProtectionHero, an online employee benefit provider, has opened its services including wills, trust-related documents, and financial budgeting software, free of charge, to anyone in the United States during the COVID-19 pandemic, Steve Weber, President and Founder of the company announced today. "We don't make N95 masks or ventilators, and we're not trained healthcare … [More]

Scottsdale Health Co. Boosts Donations to Local Nonprofits in Time of Crisis

Plexus Worldwide

As more individuals lose their jobs, nonprofits are being overwhelmed with requests for assistance, and Plexus Worldwide (Plexus®) is doing its part to help local community partners. The direct-selling health and wellness company donated $32,000 to bolster relief efforts that provide food, clothing, and comfort to those in need. “Now, more than ever, we need to stand … [More]

House Passes $484B Emergency Relief Package

by Mike Hunter

The House on Thursday passed a potential $484B emergency relief package that provides additional funds for small businesses and expand COVID-19 testing efforts amid the coronavirus pandemic. The measure brings the country’s total coronavirus pandemic response dollars to more than $2.8T and includes $310B in additional funds for the Paycheck Protection Program, $75B for … [More]

Paycheck Protection Program – Participating Lenders

by RaeAnne Marsh

Top of mind for many – if not all – businesses is the Payroll Protection Program loans and how to get one. For those who are curious to know what banks have been participating in the program, the U.S. Small Business Administration has prepared a 563-page report — updated as of yesterday — listing all the lenders who made PPP loans nationwide. Observes Robert Blaney, district … [More]

Staffing Platform Launches Digital Orientations and COVID-19 Certification Program for Professionals

Qwick

Qwick, the leading on-demand staffing platform for the food and beverage industry, launched their digital orientations to help onboard new Professionals and a certification training program for hospitality Professionals currently enrolled on their platform. Qwick also took action to help the 82K+ Professionals on their platform respond to COVID-19 by waiving all cancellation … [More]

Arizona to Receive an Additional $12 Million in Federal Funding to Support COVID-19 Response

Arizona Department of Health Services

The Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS) announced that Arizona will receive $12.4 million from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to support the public health response to the COVID-19 outbreak. This is in addition to the $16.2 million already received from the CDC during this response. ADHS will work with local public health departments to enhance and … [More]

Central Logic Selected to Help Orchestrate Care for All COVID-19 Patients in Arizona

Central Logic

As state prepares for patient surge, Regional Access Center is formed that will leverage technology, best practices and other solutions to unite all health systems and hospitals--ensuring patient access to beds, ventilators and care without delay. Central Logic, the industry innovator in enterprise visibility and tools to accelerate access to care, has announced its … [More]

Local Org. to Field Arizona Team in the NFL’s Wheelchair Football League

Ability360

Ability360 will represent Arizona in the NFL’s first Wheelchair Football League – along with teams in Chicago, Los Angeles and Kansas City – when the league officially launches during this weekend’s NFL Draft. Organized by Disabled Sports USA with support from an NFL-Bob Woodruff Foundation Healthy Lifestyles and Creating Community grant, each team will have a roster of 14 … [More]

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