Nonprofits across Arizona are reeling from the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic in real numbers, according to a survey by the Alliance of Arizona Nonprofits. This week, the Alliance received 306 responses to its updated Covid-19 Nonprofit Impact Pulse Survey and is reporting 98% of responding organizations have been significantly impacted by the pandemic. Of those impacted, … [More]
The Maricopa Community Colleges Are 3D Printing PPE For Medical Workers
The Maricopa Community Colleges in collaboration with the Healthcare Education Department and the Maricopa Community Colleges Foundation, are using 3D printers for manufacturing and donating Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). PPE will be delivered to healthcare providers and first responders across the Valley to bring relief to the Arizona community and assist those in need … [More]
Tread Carefully when Terminating Employees during a Pandemic
With the uncertainty surrounding COVID-19, there are a few additional considerations Arizona employers must keep in mind when terminating the employment of a current employee. Generally, Arizona employers enjoy wide latitude when hiring and firing due to the State’s doctrine of “at will” employment. Under at-will employment, an employer is not required to establish “just … [More]
WEBINAR – May 12: Help Your Business and Employees Navigate the Return to Work
The Tempe Chamber is proud to partner with the US Chamber of Commerce to help your business and employees navigate the return to work safely, successfully, and sustainably. Next Tuesday from 1 - 2pm, hear from Jennings Imel, Western Region Manager for the US Chamber, as he covers the following topics: Beyond PPP & EIDL; Main Street Lending Program, Employee … [More]
BBB Seeking Nominations for Annual ‘Torch Awards for Ethics’ Program
Better Business Bureau Serving the Pacific Southwest (BBB) is seeking public nominations to recognize companies as part of the annual Torch Awards for Ethics program. The event celebrates businesses that positively impact the community, keeping ethics and integrity at the forefront of operations. Now is an especially important time to highlight businesses that take strides … [More]
WEBINAR – May 12: Best Practices for Opening Your Doors for Business
The regulations and guidance are constantly changing as the COVID-19 pandemic continues. Understand the applicable guidance and regulations for operating your business in compliance with the CDC, OSHA, and state and local ordinances. In addition, understand the various labor and employment issues that will come up as employees are asked to come back to work. Please join us … [More]
Romantic Restaurant’s New Expanded Dining Room to Include Social Distancing Measures
Just in time for Mother’s Day, Marcellino Ristorante is reopening today to offer dinner take-out/curbside service with plans to reopen its newly remodeled dining room on Monday, May 11, after Arizona’s COVID-19 restrictions are lifted. The romantic restaurant’s dining room will be open for dinner service only seven nights per week: Monday through Thursday from 4 p.m. to 10 … [More]
National Laundry Service App Expands to West Valley
WashClub Phoenix, a national app-based laundry service that launched in the Valley of the Sun last month, is expanding its mobile laundry service to the West Valley. The online, on-demand mobile laundry service company has started serving the areas of Avondale, Buckeye, El Mirage, Glendale, Goodyear, Litchfield Park, Peoria and Tolleson. "We've had an overwhelming … [More]
