Sequoia Pathway parent EdKey to lay off big chunk of its staff
In the next chapter of the EdKey saga, Sequoia Pathway parents were notified Monday that 15% of its parent company would be laid off Friday. “These changes are essential […]
Orbitel boosts speeds as part of Maricopa service
Orbitel Communications, a full-service telecommunications company serving Maricopa, has completed a system-wide broadband speed boost at no additional cost to customers. Orbitel’s increased speeds will permit households to better stream […]
CPA: A business owner’s guide to inflation
Everything I need to know about inflation, I learned in grade school — too much money chasing too few goods and services. Supply and demand. It is not any more […]
Poll: gas prices impacting travel plans for most
Summer vacations are a staple of American family life. But with gas prices reaching all-time highs almost daily, something has to give – at least for some families. According to […]
O’Halleran calls for accountability, action on gas prices
House Rep. Tom O’Halleran (AZ-01) was among members of Congress last week calling for oil companies to lower gas prices instead of gouging consumers. O’Halleran, who represents Maricopa as part […]
Economist forecasts bright future for Pinal
Homeowners in Pinal County looking for signs of what is to come in the housing market can rest easy, according to a leading expert on the regional economy. Noted Valley […]
For snowbirds, pandemic wreaks havoc with tradition
Snowbirds Jeff Zerr and Dave DeVos are back. Tony Zarrillo is not. “The risk is too great,” he said. The pandemic’s impact on Maricopa’s winter visitors is still playing out, […]
Local sales stay on trend despite pandemic
How have you been shopping since COVID-19? Transaction privilege tax, often simplified as TPT or sales tax, is an indicator of consumer activity in any given area. Along with other […]
Sonoran Creek Marketplace delayed but moving foward
While much commercial construction has continued throughout Maricopa this spring, Sonoran Creek Marketplace remains an empty field. The planned shopping plaza, anchored by a “specialty grocer” and a “major retailer,” […]
Economist offers outlook on 2019
Economist Elliott Pollack is bullish on 2019. “Enjoy yourself,” he said. “It’s going to be great year.” The CEO of Elliott D. Pollack and Company presented his annual economic forecast […]