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Fiber Internet Provider Begins Major East Valley Buildout

Wyyerd Fiber is continuing its rapid growth across the Southwest, officially extending its next-generation fiber network into the East Valley. Wyyerd crews are actively constructing fiber-optic infrastructure in Gilbert and Chandler, laying the foundation for ultra-fast internet service, straightforward pricing, and award-winning customer service. Wyyerd is … [More]

National Auto Service Chain Opens Three New Valley Locations

Take 5 Oil Change, a leading provider of fast, friendly, and simple car maintenance, announced the grand opening of three new Arizona locations: 16771 W Bell Rd. in Surprise; 16590 Cactus Rd. in Surprise; and 425 N 99th Ave. in Tolleson. Each location has three service bays, and customers can remain comfortably in their car and receive a high-quality oil change in … [More]

Arizona Credit Union Targets West Valley for Continued Growth

OneAZ Credit Union announced the opening of its newest branch in Peoria, expanding access to affordable financial services and deepening its commitment to supporting communities across Arizona. The Peoria Trailhead branch located at 83rd Avenue and Happy Valley will create local jobs while helping drive economic growth through accessible lending solutions, … [More]

Large-Scale East Valley Housing Project Delivers 248 New Units

Ware Malcomb, an award-winning international design firm, announced construction is complete on Emblem Mesa, a new multifamily community in Mesa, Arizona. Ware Malcomb’s Phoenix office provided architectural design services for the 14.27‑acre, 248‑unit project, located at 1340 South 48th Street in Mesa's East Valley. Emblem Mesa is developed by Garrett Companies, a … [More]

$1.37B Raise Fuels Growth for Defense Manufacturer in Mesa and Across the U.S.

Hadrian, the advanced manufacturing company building highly automated factories for America, today announced $1.37 billion in new equity financing to accelerate the buildout of the domestic manufacturing capacity needed to deliver America's most critical defense, aerospace, and industrial systems. The financing will support new factories, expanded R&D, and … [More]

National Restaurant Expansion Brings Acclaimed Indiana Concept to PV

Huse Culinary, an Indianapolis-based restaurant and retail food group, is excited to announce the official opening of Harry & Izzy’s in Paradise Valley on Wednesday, Aug. 26, marking the brand’s first location outside of Indiana. Located at the reimagined PV, formerly Paradise Valley Mall, the modern American grill concept will bring its signature blend of … [More]

Dutch Bros to Acquire up to 65 Salad and Go Locations

Dutch Bros Inc., one of the fastest-growing brands in the U.S. quick-service beverage industry, today announced it has entered into an agreement to acquire the real estate and related site assets of up to 65 Salad and Go locations across Arizona, Nevada, Oklahoma, and Texas. The closing is expected to occur in the third quarter of 2026 and is subject to applicable … [More]

Salad and Go Abruptly Closes All Restaurants Following Chapter 11 Filing

Salad and Go announced that it has filed voluntary petitions for relief under Chapter 11 of the United States Bankruptcy Code in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of Texas, Houston Division. All Salad and Go locations will close permanently, with final guest service on Aug. 5, 2026. Salad and Go was founded in 2013 on a simple belief: that everyone … [More]

Phoenix Named Permanent Home of SEMICON West

SEMI, the global industry association serving the semiconductor and electronics design and manufacturing supply chain, announced that Arizona will become the long-term home of SEMICON West, with a new annual spring schedule beginning March 30–April 1, 2027, at the Phoenix Convention Center in Phoenix, Arizona. SEMICON West made a record-setting debut in Arizona … [More]

Prominent Valley Casino Operator Makes Historic CEO Appointment

Salt River Community Gaming Enterprises announced the appointment of Patricia Tate as President and Chief Executive Officer, effective August 1, 2026. An enrolled member of the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community, Tate becomes the first woman and first enrolled tribal member to serve as CEO of the Gaming Enterprises. She steps into the organization’s top … [More]

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Small Businesses Prepare to Hire at Fastest Pace in Nearly Four Years

NFIB’s July Jobs Report shows that the Small Business Employment Index rose after four consecutive months of decline, registering 102.1 in July after measuring 100.2 in June. The current reading is above the 2025 average of 101.2 and the historical average of 100.0. In July, 36% (seasonally adjusted) of small business owners reported job openings they could not … [More]

Arizona Sees 51% Increase in Job Losses over Two Decades

New research reveals which states have seen the biggest increase in businesses cutting jobs since 2000, with only three states actually seeing a reduction in the number of job losses since 2000. The study, conducted by DOKKA, an accounting automation software company, tracked the number of private sector establishments losing jobs from the BLS Business Employment … [More]

What Great Managers Do Before Problems Escalate

I have spent more than 25 years training managers at companies like Pfizer, Deloitte and Amway, and if I had to name the one skill that separates managers who grow from managers who stall, it would be this: the willingness to have the conversation they are dreading. Every manager has one. The team member who keeps missing deadlines. The high performer whose … [More]

Data Centers in the Desert: W(h)ater You Worried About?

As data center development expands across the Phoenix region, questions about water use have moved quickly from engineering discussions to the center of public conversation. For an industry built on reliability and efficiency, the challenge is clear: How can digital infrastructure scale responsibly in one of the most water-conscious regions in the United States? Few … [More]

Artificial Intelligence Is Powerful – But It Cannot Replace a Lawyer’s Judgment

Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming the practice of law. From drafting contracts to analyzing discovery, AI tools can complete in minutes what once took hours. For businesses under pressure to move quickly and control costs, the appeal is obvious. But as powerful as these tools are, they cannot replace one essential component of legal representation: … [More]

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Passport to Latin American Cuisine at The Mission Gilbert

Nestled in Epicenter at Agritopia, Chef Matt Carter’s acclaimed Latin-inspired restaurant transforms the midday meal into an experience rooted in bold flavor, warm hospitality and connection. What many don’t realize is that The Mission’s celebrated dinner energy carries seamlessly into lunch service, where guests can enjoy the restaurant’s signature sophistication … [More]

Heat-Blocking Technology for Arizona Vehicles and Buildings

As Arizona heads into another summer of triple-digit temperatures, protecting vehicles and homes and workplaces from extreme heat has become less about luxury and more about practicality. That’s according to Rogue Films, a Scottsdale-based company specializing in automotive protection and residential and commercial window tinting. Founder Matthew Stecker says many … [More]

2026 Porsche Taycan 4 Cross Turismo

The Porsche Taycan 4 Cross Turismo takes the Taycan formula and makes it more usable without stripping out what gives the car its appeal in the first place. It still has the immediate response and planted feel expected from a Porsche product, but the Cross Turismo body changes the assignment. More rear cargo room, added ride height, and standard all-wheel drive make … [More]