You are here: Home / Archives for Top Stories
Healthcare & Wellness  |    |  

COVID-19 Surges Again in Arizona: How to Help

Banner Health

As COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations surge once again in Arizona, Banner Health’s doctors, nurses and other health care professionals are working round the clock to care for patients and slow the spread in our communities. While Banner Health is well-prepared with hospital beds, ventilators, PPE, medical supplies and equipment, the health, well-being and availability of … [More]

Growth & Enterprise  |    |  

No Fans for the Guaranteed Rate Bowl, Says Fiesta Bowl Organization

Fiesta Bowl Organization

The Fiesta Bowl Organization has announced that the Guaranteed Rate Bowl on December 26, 2020, will be played without fans in attendance at the stadium. College football fans around the country can tune in to watch the Saturday night game live on ESPN at 8:15 pm MST. Based on recommendations from the Arizona Department of Health Services, the local jurisdiction decided … [More]

Economy & Trends  |    |  

November Employment Picture Bleak despite Rise of 245,000 Employed

U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

Total nonfarm payroll employment rose by 245,000 in November, and the unemployment rate edged down to 6.7 percent, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today. These improvements in the labor market reflect the continued resumption of economic activity that had been curtailed due to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic and efforts to contain it. However, the pace … [More]

Economy & Trends  |    |  

Over Half of Small Businesses Looking to Hire, Having Difficulty Finding Workers

NFIB

Small businesses reported a historically high level of job openings in November, according to NFIB’s monthly jobs report. Overall, 53% reported hiring or trying to hire in November, down 2 points from the previous month. A seasonally adjusted net 21% of owners are planning to create new jobs in the next 3 months, up 3 points from October. “Small businesses are doing their … [More]

Economy & Trends  |    |  

Weekly Jobless Claims Decrease Slightly, Economic Slowdown Looms

U.S. Department of Labor

In the week ending November 28, the advance figure for seasonally adjusted initial claims was 712,000, a decrease of 75,000 from the previous week's revised level. The previous week's level was revised up by 9,000 from 778,000 to 787,000. The 4-week moving average was 739,500, a decrease of 11,250 from the previous week's revised average. The previous week's average was revised … [More]

Government & Compliance  |    |  

Ducey Announces Latest Actions to Fight COVID-19, Increase Hospital Staffing

State of Arizona Office of the Governor

Governor Doug Ducey announced a series of meaningful actions to fight the spread of COVID-19 in Arizona, support our hospitals and frontline health care workers, and provide the state’s hard-hit restaurants with the resources needed to keep patrons and staff healthy. Speaking at the State Public Health Laboratory, Governor Ducey outlined measures to ensure Arizonans have … [More]

Government & Compliance  |    |  

Phoenix Rolls Out COVID-19 Shopping Support for Local Business

by Eric Jay Toll

Phoenix businesses looking for traction in the pandemic economy are one click away from a new resource from the city. A two-part campaign to promote shopping at local businesses rolled out on Dec. 1. Phoenix is placing a priority on helping local businesses navigate the new normal world of pandemic-impacted commerce. Companies with fewer than 25 employees represent more than … [More]

Growth & Enterprise  |    |  

Shopping Centers Continue to Expand Leasing Portfolio Despite COVID-19 Pandemic

Vestar

Three of Vestar’s East Valley shopping centers will welcome several new tenants in late 2020 and early 2021. Vestar, a nationally recognized shopping center management, leasing and development operator, has continued to expand its leasing portfolio despite the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic. Crossroads Towne Center, located at 3757 S. Gilbert Rd., Gilbert, will add F45 … [More]

En Negocios  |    |  

EN NEGOCIOS: Las pequeñas empresas necesitan nuestra ayuda Cómo apoyar a las empresas locales durante esta temporada navideña

por Edgar R. Olivo

A estas alturas, probablemente haya escuchado muchas noticias sobre cómo la pandemia está aplastando la economía, especialmente afectando más a las pequeñas empresas locales. Las pequeñas empresas han tenido problemas durante la pandemia de coronavirus, pero sus propietarios esperan que las compras navideñas aumenten sus ventas. Viviana O. inició su negocio de pestañas, JV … [More]

Economy & Trends  |    |  

Small Businesses Need Our Help Here’s How to Support Local Businesses During This Holiday Season

by Edgar R. Olivo

By now you have probably heard many news stories about how the pandemic is crushing the economy, particularly hitting local small businesses the hardest. Small businesses have struggled during the coronavirus pandemic, but their owners hope the holiday shopping will boost their sales. Viviana O. started her business, JV Beauty Lashes, at the start of this year, just before … [More]

Growth & Enterprise  |    |  

Lucid Motors Completes Construction on First Greenfield Electric Vehicle Factory in North America

inbusinessPHX.com

Lucid Motors, which is setting new standards for sustainable mobility with its advanced luxury EVs, announced completion of the first phase of construction at the new Lucid AMP-1 (Advanced Manufacturing Plant) factory in Casa Grande, AZ, with the commissioning of production equipment and processes underway ahead of start of production for Lucid Air in Spring of 2021. As the … [More]

Healthcare & Wellness  |    |  

Phoenix Launches COVID-19 Mobile Testing Van to Reach Underserved Communities

City of Phoenix

The city of Phoenix, in partnership with local healthcare company Vincere Cancer Center, will officially launch its new mobile COVID-19 testing van on Tuesday, Aug. 18 at the U-haul parking lot located 2727 N. Central Ave. The testing van provides easy access to COVID-19 tests at no out-of-pocket costs to the Phoenix community and is the first of its kind in Arizona. The … [More]

Economy & Trends  |    |  

Gaining Momentum: Annual U.S. Home Prices Appreciated 7.3% in October, Says Report

CoreLogic

CoreLogic®, a leading global property information, analytics and data-enabled solutions provider, today released the CoreLogic Home Price Index (HPI™) and HPI Forecast™ for October 2020. Nationally, home prices increased 7.3% in October 2020, compared with October 2019, marking the fastest annual appreciation since April 2014. On a month-over-month basis, home prices increased … [More]

Economy & Trends  |    |  

Rising Weekly Unemployment Claims as Pandemic Surges, Taking Toll on Economy

U.S. Department of Labor

In the week ending November 21, the advance figure for seasonally adjusted initial claims was 778,000, an increase of 30,000 from the previous week's revised level. The previous week's level was revised up by 6,000 from 742,000 to 748,000. The 4-week moving average was 748,500, an increase of 5,000 from the previous week's revised average. The previous week's average was … [More]

Live & Learn  |    |  

Here Are Some Ways to Give Back This Holiday Season

inbusinessPHX.com

Arizonans know how to come together and help one another. With the holidays nearly upon us, many are asking how they can serve others. Here are some ways you can give back, brought to you by the Office of the Governor and In Business Magazine: Food Donations St. Mary’s Food Bank, located in Phoenix and Surprise, accepts food donations Monday through Friday. In addition … [More]

Growth & Enterprise  |    |  

Airport Retailer Opens COVID-19 Testing Facility at Phoenix Sky Harbor

inbusinessPHX.com

XpresSpa Group, Inc., a health and wellness company, announced with the City of Phoenix Aviation Department for an XpresCheck™ COVID-19 testing facility at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport. The Company is converting a closed urgent care medical clinic, located pre-security in Terminal 4, which is adjacent to the PHX Sky Train® corridor, to an XpresCheck Testing … [More]

Government & Compliance  |    |  

5 Ways to Thank Your Local Small Business 

by Robert J. Blaney

In the middle of a pandemic that has taken so much from us, acts of celebration and sharing hold an even deeper significance.  Although our holidays celebrations will look different this year, our values remain unchanged.  This is a season of caring, a season of giving.  We each look for ways to ease suffering and connect with our loved ones, even if over a computer screen.  As … [More]

Healthcare & Wellness  |    |  

COVID-19 Self-Ordered Diagnostic Testing and Expanded Sample Collection Locations Now Available

Sonora Quest Laboratories

Sonora Quest Laboratories, the market share leader in diagnostic laboratory testing in Arizona, has announced expansions to its COVID-19 diagnostic testing and services. Patients are now able to utilize their local Patient Service Center for the collection of COVID-19 samples. Services are provided carside and inside select Sonora Quest locations. Patients are now also able to … [More]

« Previous Page
Next Page »

In Business Dailies

Sign up for a complimentary year of In Business Dailies with a bonus Digital Subscription of In Business Magazine delivered to your inbox each month!

  • Get the day’s Top Stories
  • Relevant In-depth Articles
  • Daily Offers
  • Coming Events
Sign Up Today!