Category: Business

Mohave County College is closing its four campuses to the public and students to help prevent the spread of Coronavirus COVID-19 in our communities. “Since we now have confirmed cases of the virus in our immediate communities, and health officials expect the number of patients to climb, we feel this action is in the best interest of our students, employees and the public at this time,” said MCC President Dr. Stacy Klippenstein.  “We will eliminate all in-person contact to the best of our ability, while continuing with classes and college operations online and in virtual environment so our students can…

PHOENIX – Members of the Arizona National Guard will expand their logistics missions tonight, March 27, as Citizen Soldiers and Airmen will start filling shelves and clearing stockrooms of 87 grocery stores across 15 counties of the state. These activities are a response to Gov. Doug Ducey’s order to activate the Guard last week to help grocery stores and foodbanks with logistical capacity to meet the rising demand of food and other goods triggered by fears of the COVID-19 outbreak. “Our efforts are intended to reduce the concern that builds in the public when they see empty shelves,” said Maj….

GRAND CANYON –   As of March 27, Grand Canyon will offer very limited services outside those that support visitor or resource protection. At Grand Canyon National Park, the following services and operations will be suspended:   Backcountry permits for camping at Bright Angel, Indian Garden and Cottonwood campgrounds All access to Bright Angel, South Kaibab and North Kaibab trails  Camping reservations at Mather Campground South Rim Trailer Village The health and safety of visitors, employees, volunteers, and partners at Grand Canyon National Park is the number one priority. The National Park Service (NPS) is working servicewide with federal, state, and local authorities to closely monitor the COVID-19 pandemic….

The relationship between businesses and consumers is increasingly important during a pandemic. Better Business Bureau (BBB) warns businesses against raising prices for critical items, not just because it is illegal, but because consumers are impressionable and looking to trustworthy businesses at this time of crisis. Amidst recent progressions of the novel virus COVID-19, consumers are experiencing an increase in price gouging and misleading claims. Price gouging refers to significantly increased prices on goods. Businesses may elevate prices for products to take advantage of consumers who are looking to secure necessities, including masks, disinfectants, food, and other essential supplies. During a…