Leaders in the technology industry say that cloud-based computing is not only the future, but it is already here. Coconino Community College has joined other colleges across Arizona in a statewide effort to increase access to cloud computing education in schools. On Thursday, the Arizona Commerce Authority announced the initiative, with the support of Amazon Web Services, Inc., which has a goal to train and certify 5,000 students in the state for entry-level cloud computing careers by June … [Read more...] about CCC joins statewide effort to train cloud-based computing
BBB Pacific Southwest Announces Greater Arizona’s 2020 Torch Awards for Ethics Winners
Better Business Bureau Serving the Pacific Southwest (BBB) has named six winning companies for their 2020 BBB Torch Awards for Ethics for Greater Arizona, sponsored by Desert Financial Credit Union. The distinguished award raises awareness in marketplace ethics and honors businesses that operate with integrity. Exemplary businesses have displayed an outstanding level of ethics throughout a challenging year. BBB proudly announces the following businesses as winners of this year’s prestigious … [Read more...] about BBB Pacific Southwest Announces Greater Arizona’s 2020 Torch Awards for Ethics Winners
NEW: Governor Ducey Announces $7 Million For Housing And Rental Assistance
Governor Doug Ducey today announced $7 million to expand available rental assistance and help keep people in their homes. The funding comes from the Crisis Contingency and Safety Net Fund, established in March through a bipartisan state budget agreement that added $50 million for Arizona’s COVID-19 response. “Ensuring Arizonans have safe, reliable housing during this pandemic is critical,” said Governor Ducey. “With today’s funding, we are expanding efforts to keep all Arizonans in their … [Read more...] about NEW: Governor Ducey Announces $7 Million For Housing And Rental Assistance
McSally, Daines Urge Deadline Extension for Tribal COVID Relief Fund
U.S. Senators Martha McSally (R-AZ) and Steve Daines (R-MT) are urging the Administration to give Tribes more time to use the Coronavirus Relief Fund (CRF). Extending the deadline will allow Tribes more time to complete their most significant pandemic response projects, including the construction of more health care facilities and improvement of water infrastructure. Starting these critical public health projects with CRF funds is not allowed under current CRF guidance. The Senators sent … [Read more...] about McSally, Daines Urge Deadline Extension for Tribal COVID Relief Fund
Tales from Town: Flagstaff’s Haunted History Told Through Modern Dance
Do you know the ghosts who haunt our mountain town? The resident spirits at The Monte Vista Hotel? Morton Hall at NAU? Spirits in the graveyard? Those who are departed but not yet gone? Want a fun frightful night to get you in the Halloween spirit? DANCES about our unseen residents will keep you looking over your shoulder. Our teen-age ghost-hunters will take us around town to find our friendly, or not so friendly ghosts. Canyon Movement Company’s 2019 Halloween Concert is back as a … [Read more...] about Tales from Town: Flagstaff’s Haunted History Told Through Modern Dance
Local Highgate Senior Living Community Opens New Information Center
Seniors and their loved ones of Flagstaff now have a great local resource for information on all aspects of senior living. Highgate Senior Living opened a premier information center for the Highgate of Flagstaff community. Highgate at Flagstaff Information Center opens at 617 North Humphreys Street, Suite 101 in Flagstaff, AZ 86001. Josh Bryant, Highgate Senior Living’s Community Relations Coordinator, is now available full time at Highgate’s new information center to answer questions … [Read more...] about Local Highgate Senior Living Community Opens New Information Center
Governor Ducey Announces $715,000 To Support Families, Communities In Need
Governor Doug Ducey today announced $715,000 from the AZ Coronavirus Relief Fund has been allocated to 19 organizations across the state that support individuals and families in need. The recipient organizations provide services including short-term housing, food and basic living assistance, employment support, education materials, health services and more. “Organizations across the state have worked tirelessly to make sure Arizonans are kept safe and healthy,” said Governor Ducey. “From … [Read more...] about Governor Ducey Announces $715,000 To Support Families, Communities In Need
McSally Introduces Bill to Speed Arizona Forest Restoration Project
U.S. Senator Martha McSally (R-AZ) today introduced legislation to accelerate Arizona’s single most important forest restoration project—the Four Forest Restoration Initiative (4FRI). The bill would reduce bureaucratic delays by waiving a requirement that the Forest Service must wait an additional 30 days after notifying Congress of the completed contract before they actually issue the award. Instead, the Forest Service would be required to report the details of the contract to Congress … [Read more...] about McSally Introduces Bill to Speed Arizona Forest Restoration Project
Arizona Leads Nation In Homeownership Growth
Arizona is adding homeowners faster than any state in the nation, a sign of continued growing economic momentum in the state. The state’s quarter-over-quarter homeowner rate change increased by 7.7 percentage points in Q2 2020, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau, the best in the nation.“The American dream of owning a home is alive and well in Arizona,” said Governor Ducey. “People continue to flock to Arizona for our growing jobs market, unbeatable quality of living, and affordable … [Read more...] about Arizona Leads Nation In Homeownership Growth
Applications for Arizona Small Business Rent and Mortgage Relief Grants Reopen Oct. 8
In August, the Governor’s Office partnered with Local First Arizona Foundation to launch the Arizona Small Business Rent and Mortgage Relief Grant program and distribute $10 million in grants to small businesses who were required to shutter their doors during this pandemic. Starting Oct. 8, 2020, at 2 p.m., applications will reopen for gyms, fitness centers and studios, bars with a series 6 or 7 liquor license, water parks, tubing operators, and movie theaters seeking rent relief. Since the … [Read more...] about Applications for Arizona Small Business Rent and Mortgage Relief Grants Reopen Oct. 8