The West Valley continues to be the place of growth in the Phoenix Metro region. The first quarter of 2020 started strong. While the immediate future remains uncertain, West Valley leaders are optimistic that growth will continue bringing new employment opportunities. Construction remains strong with many existing projects on a continued path to completion. It is … [More]
Title Co. Offers Remote Online Notarization (RON) at No Cost
Secretary of State Katie Hobbs and Governor Doug Ducey have issued an Executive Order allowing Arizonans to use Remote Online Notarization (RON), effective April 10, 2020. RON is the process of signing paperwork using audio-visual technology to appear before a notary instead of being physically present. As such, Pioneer Title Agency, which is the largest family-owned title and … [More]
Corporate Leadership’s New Path in the COVID-19 Crisis
The study of history is important because it enables us to see how we got to where we are today. It gives us a sense of how our ancestors made big decisions and helps us to understand how we have tackled change as a society. Through a chain of events, we learn that history repeats itself — both triumphs and grave mistakes. The Black Death pushed across Medieval Europe in the … [More]
Sheriff’s Office Reminds of Local Services to Stay Safe
As we continue to fight the spread of COVID-19, many in our community are struggling with unforeseen financial hardships, loss of employment, food insecurity, and more. To help navigate these difficult times, Sheriff Penzone and his staff released some of the programs our state has in place to provide relief and assistance to Arizonans in need. ArizonaTogether.com is a … [More]
Local Co. Creates Convenience Around Grocery Shopping during COVID-19 Pandemic
As the number of COVID-19 cases continue to rise in Arizona, the demand for essential groceries has also been on a steady increase. With Shelter-in-Place, grocery shopping has become a challenge. Most stores have long lines and empty shelves. But not at Queen Creek Olive Mill. Here, the team is making it easy to skip the hassle with online ordering, local delivery and … [More]
The Rise of Telework and the Decline of City Centers
When restrictions are eventually lifted, employers and workers must decide how much to continue telework. Until an effective COVID-19 vaccine is available—a state of affairs that is one to two years away—many will fear going to work, and the share of people working primarily from home will remain elevated. Even after full vaccination, with the economy at full capacity, … [More]
Local Auto Repair Cos. Help Other Local Businesses in Need during COVID Crisis
The Neighborhood of Automotive Repair Professionals (NARPRO) is launching a new community involvement program to help small businesses across the Valley during the COVID-19 crisis. “COVID MAD” stands for a Community of Valiant Individuals Determined to Make a Difference. “As small business owners, we at NARPRO understand the value of community, especially at this time when … [More]
COVID- 19 Watch: Meeting Immediate Demand for Medical Care Facilities
The COVID-19 outbreak has Arizona watching and learning from cities and countries around the world. As the pandemic unfolds, the state must prepare for a potential surge in cases that can put overwhelming demand on local hospitals and medical staff. While Arizona’s numbers remain relatively low compared to densely populated cities across the U.S., the state is projected to … [More]
