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Southwest’s energy and economic future depends on resolution to Navajo Generating Station debate

The nation’s energy outlook has evolved rapidly over the course of the last decade. The United States has emerged as one of the world’s leading producers of natural gas, leading to a glut of supply that has – for now – pressed its price downward.

Arizona's Schweikert hailed for 'firm' anti-Obamacare stance

An Arizona congressman is being hailed in a new ad campaign as one of a dozen congressmen who opposed the Affordable Care Act.

Republicans consider adding Schweikert-backed reinsurance program to health care plan

As Congress remains in recess, some experts are weighing in on a proposed amendment to the American Health Care Act — the Republican health care replacement plan.Two members of the Freedom Caucus, including Arizona Congressman David Schweikert (R-6), want to re-establish a reinsurance — or risk sharing — program, similar to one previously in place under the Affordable Care Act, also called Obamacare.

Arizona Free Enterprise Club sticks to its founding principles

Founded 12 years ago to seal a perceived gap in the state's political landscape, the Arizona Free Enterprise Club continues to advocate for free market principles among lawmakers, according to its executive director.

Study finds major benefits to keeping Navajo Generating Station operational

The latest news out of the battle over the Navajo Generating Station (NGS) gives the coal plant an edge that could keep it in operation beyond 2019, according to a study presented at the Arizona Corporation Commission meeting on Thursday.

Tucson Metro Chamber president retiring

Calling it the “most difficult decision ever,” Tuscon Metro Chamber President and CEO, Michael V. Varney announced his retirement via a resignation letter dated March 23.

Ceremony to dedicate memorial to young shooting victim

Pima County officials will hold a ceremony at 1 p.m. April 2 to dedicate a memorial at the Christina-Taylor Green Memorial River Park, along the Canada del Oro section of The Loop between Thornydale and Magee roads.

Community service essential element of Arizona dental school's mission

Graduates are leaving the Arizona School of Dentistry and Oral Health with an understanding of the benefits of practicing in underserved communities, according to its dean.

Phoenix-based Goldwater Institute defending constitutuonal freedoms in Arizona, across the U.S.

As the Phoenix-headquartered Goldwater Institute approaches the 30th anniversary of its founding, it remains committed to high altitude thinking of making sure all levels of government adhere to the U.S Constitution – and to limited interference in the lives of individuals.

BestCompaniesAZ lists best Arizona-based company blogs

Mesa-based BestCompaniesAZ recently compiled a list of what it calls the best blogging Arizona-based companies.

Villafane to craft second sculpture from Salt River sand

World-renowned American sculptor, Ray Villafane, will visit the town of Carefree a second time to design and sculpt a public art display made out of sand from the Salt River in Arizona.

Small business group applauds dismissal of 1,100 ADA lawsuits

The Arizona Small Business Association released a press release this week applauding the dismissal of 1,100 lawsuits against Arizona businesses in regards to their parking accessibility.

Poll says GOP voters strongly support issue on which Trump, McCain and Flake agree: Tax Reform

Arizona U.S. Senators John McCain (R) and Jeff Flake (R) have publicly disagreed with President Donald Trump on a number of issues. A new poll out this week, however, shows that Republican voters are support at least one policy where the three Republican elected officials agree: Tax reform.

Health insurance rate hikes likely had impact on election, analyst says

Reports of sharp rises in the cost of health insurance premiums through the exchanges may have helped President Donald Trump defeat Hillary Clinton in key states in November's presidential election, according to one political analyst.

Business leaders throw support behind governor's education proposals

Business leaders in Arizona are throwing their support behind Gov. Doug Ducey’s ambitious $3.5 billion plan to improve education in low income areas of the state.

Mesa mayor wins Small Business Advocate Award

Mesa Mayor John Giles won the 2017 Small Business Advocate Award from the U.S. Conference of Mayors' Partner America for supporting local small businesses.

Completion of Intel facility could mean 10,000 jobs for Arizona

Intel Corp.'s decision to invest more than $7 billion to complete Fab 42, a semiconductor factory in Chandler expected to be the most advanced in the world, will create approximately 3,000 jobs for process engineers, equipment technicians, and facilities-support engineers and technicians.

Arizona lawmakers split on proposal for new Coyotes arena

Key Arizona lawmakers disagree on the proposal for state invilvement in a new $400 million Arizona Coyotes hockey arena.

Franks pleased with House passage of end to settlement slush funds

This week's House passage of a bill to stop an Obama-era "slush fund" policy takes settlement payments away from third parties and gives it back to victims, an Arizona congressman who co-sponsored the legislation said during a recent interview.

Arizona ranks 10th among states for inbound migration

Arizona has inched into the top 10 states with more people arriving than leaving, according to the 40th annual survey carried out by one of the country’s largest moving firms.