Dear M & M: We are becoming a more global society and what happens around the world affects the United States more every day. What are some forecasted global trends we should be aware of going forward? — Janice
Dear M & M: We are becoming a more global society and what happens around the world affects the United States more every day. What are some forecasted global trends we should be aware of going forward? — Janice
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SIERRA VISTA — For foodies who can’t get enough of authentic cuisine from outlying countries, wait until you step into the tiny, new fast fusion eatery on Sierra Vista’s west end that opened June 1.
Dear M & M: I keep hearing about the importance of small businesses in the United States. Do you have any support evidence of that? — Jack
WILLCOX — The MAX Power Mining Corp. announced on May 4 it had commenced lithium mining exploration at its Willcox Playa Project, a 1,400-acre site along the Willcox Playa southwest of Willcox near Cochise Stronghold.
Courts and Crime
- Gunshot victim pronounced dead at hospital
- Woman accused of trying to sell fake Xanax pills pleads not guilty
- Task force makes four Memorial Day DUI arrests
- Ruling could lead to expungement of cannabis sale arrest records
- Parents share children's struggles in sexual abuse trial
- Video, accelerant evidence led investigators to suspect in church fires
- Challenge to Interstate 11 plans upheld in district court
- Dershowitz asks to be excluded from Lake-Finchem case financial liability
- Attorney in Wilson murder case files motion to have conviction vacated
- Transgender athletes shouldn't compete with girls, ex-UA swim star says
- Douglas man arrested in connection to two church fires
- Not guilty plea entered for ex-convict accused of killing woman on Phoenix trail
- Feds say SV woman caught with 2,000 counterfeit Xanax pills
- Hereford man arrested after shooting gun from inside RV
- Lake attorney says Maricopa County not transparent on ballot count
- Lake witness disputes ballot signature verification claim
- Man charged in bicycle death gets 3½ years for probation violation
- Lake attorney puts math in the equation to prove ballots weren't verified
- Man arrested on multiple charges after shooting incident
- Court allows jail district tax election to move forward
HEREFORD — By all rights, Manuel Grajeda should probably be dead.
BENSON — The number of nonfarm jobs in Cochise County was down by 500 in the 12 months ended April 2023, for job growth of -1.5%, according to data from Arizona Office of Economic Opportunity.
Dear M & M: I am a small business. Do I have to offer health insurance to my employees? – Sam
Spanning about 160 acres and boasting more than 60,000 panels, Sulphur Springs Valley Electric Cooperative is in the final stages of bringing a 20-megawatt solar array online within the next few weeks.
WILLCOX — On virtually any American street there’s a symbol, a flag of sorts, that always stands for a quick hot meal light on the budget and heavy on satisfaction.
SIERRA VISTA — For the first time in more than six months, Pamela Gruber is able to buy a dozen eggs without having to feel the pain of sticker shock.
BENSON — In March 2023, Cochise County’s estimated retail and restaurant and bar sales were down, while hotel/motel receipts were up compared to March 2022 (after adjusting for inflation).
Dear M & M: How do I make decisions on pricing my products and services? — Dan
Residents are invited to nominate Sierra Vista businesses for special recognition before the Sierra Vista City Council as part of a new award program launched by the city’s Economic Development Commission.
Mark Schmitt, director of the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) at Cochise College, has received the Arizona District Recognition Award from the U.S. Small Business Administration. The award was presented at the AZBIZCON23 Small Business Expo held in May in recognition of Schmitt’s ou…
Dear M & M: Any thoughts on top trending businesses to enter? – Joe
PHOENIX — If you thought the jump in gas prices this spring was bad, just wait until your summer vacation days. The pumps are coming for your bank accounts — perhaps putting that road trip to Disneyland on pause.
BENSON — A federal appropriation request has been submitted by U.S. Rep. Juan Ciscomani of Arizona District 6 on behalf of the city of Benson and its partner organization the Aerospace Arizona Association.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Arizona Regional Economic Development Foundation was selected to be part of the second cohort of the International Economic Development Council’s Equity in Economic Development Fellowship Program.
Dear M & M: Any thoughts on what to look for before I sign a lease? — Bob
PHOENIX — Scientists at Phoenix-based company ElectraTect are working to create a marijuana Breathalyzer to detect recent consumption of THC, the major psychoactive component in marijuana.
BENSON — The number of nonfarm jobs in Cochise County stabilized in the 12 months ended March 2023, according to data from Arizona Office of Economic Opportunity. The countywide private sector was down by 200 jobs (-0.9%) while the government sector added 200 jobs (1.9%). Within government, …
HEREFORD — For four hours on May 6, the arena at Horse’n Around Rescue Ranch and Foundation will be converted into a horse tack superstore that anyone who owns an equine or simply loves anything related to these grand animals should not miss.
Dear M & M: A lot has been in the news recently about artificial intelligence. Any thoughts? — Georgia
SIERRA VISTA — When Tombstone West End Brewing, which just opened on North Garden Street gets its mojo going, it could be the lynchpin to turn the city’s revitalized West End into the magnet officials hoped it could eventually become.
Dear M & M: Can I get a list of online lenders for a small business? Joe
WASHINGTON — Legislative leaders said they expect to appeal a federal court ruling that said President Joe Biden had the authority to require COVID-19 vaccinations for workers on federal contracts in Arizona.
BISBEE — Lookout, Bisbee. There is a new restaurant and cafe that just opened in the former Bisbee Royale and it is sure to be a crowd pleaser.
SIERRA VISTA — For one magical second when you walk into Virginia Tufte’s Somewhere In Time Antiques on 1502 Fry Blvd., you feel as if you’ve suddenly stepped out of 2023 and into a portal of the past.
Dear M & M: Everyone has good ideas on what I should do, any advice on what I shouldn’t do to start a new business? — Joe