California-based investors have purchased the 3 Palms Hotel in Scottsdale for a price of approximately $23,000,000. Located at 7707 E. McDowell Rd, the property is situated near Old Town Scottsdale and the growing city of Tempe. “This was one of the most challenging transactions of my career,” says James Meng, senior vice president with Colliers in Arizona. “We had to merge … [More]
Cox Employees Boost Giving Raising More Than $637K
Cox employees raised $637,810.00 which has been distributed to 130 Arizona nonprofits in the form of Cox Charities grants. This marks the 27th year that Cox employees, through Cox Charities, have raised funds to help the communities in which they live and work and represents a 10% increase in giving. Since 1996, Cox Arizona employees have raised nearly $10.5 million and … [More]
Third Arizona Kona Grill Location Opens at Desert Ridge
The ONE Group Hospitality, Inc., known for being the global leader in Vibe Dining, opened their third Kona Grill in Arizona at Desert Ridge. “We are excited to expand into another wonderful community in the Phoenix area. We’re proud of this beautiful space and know locals will enjoy the exceptional experiences that America’s Favorite Grill is known for,” said Emanuel “Manny” … [More]
Breakfast Hot Spot Further Expanding Up North
Local breakfast restaurant Over Easy announces today the opening of its newest and second location in Flagstaff located at 601 Piccadilly Drive at Aspen Place at the Sawmill. The new 3,300 square foot restaurant is set to open at the beginning of November and will host its special Welcome Weekend on Saturday, November 4 and Sunday, November 5. Over Easy’s Welcome Weekend is a … [More]
It’s Official – Sam Fox’s Long-Awaited Luxury Hotel Is Set to Open
The Global Ambassador will open its doors in Phoenix on Wednesday, Dec. 6 as it welcomes first guests to the internationally inspired hotel that merges impressive hospitality, culinary and wellness experiences within one perfectly and precisely curated destination. Today, guests can now book stays on opening day, starting from approximately $600 per night.Almost a decade in the … [More]
ASU Engineering Faculty Experts Hosting Inaugural Artificial Intelligence Day, Nov. 17
More than 20 experts in the field of artificial intelligence are assembling in Tempe, Arizona, on November 17, 2023, to take part in the first Artificial Intelligence Day hosted by the School of Computing and Augmented Intelligence, one of the Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering at Arizona State University. “There is so much discovery happening in artificial intelligence … [More]
ADOT Adopts 2050 Long-Range Transportation Plan
Emphasizes repairing and preserving existing highway infrastructure
Following approval by the State Transportation Board, the Arizona Department of Transportation has adopted the 2050 Long-Range Transportation Plan providing a blueprint and vision for ADOT’s priorities over the next 25 years. The plan, which is not project-specific, sets transportation investment priorities for ADOT based on anticipated future … [More]
Glendale Partners to Safeguard Residents with Public Safety Alert Program
Everbridge, Inc., the global leader in critical event management and national public warning software solutions, announced that Glendale, Arizona has become the latest U.S. city to launch the Everbridge Mass Notification platform to safeguard residents and visitors during emergencies and large-scale events. Home to State Farm Stadium, which regularly hosts many of … [More]
Chicanos Por La Causa Celebrates 54 Years of Community Impact
Honors Leonardo Loo with 2023 Cause for Change Award
In celebration of 54 years of empowering the community, Chicanos Por La Causa will recognize Leonardo Loo with their 2023 Cause for Change Award at CPLC’s Annual Celebration. Inspired by his unwavering commitment to excellence, service, and community engagement, Leonardo serves as an example for others, including Latinos and Asian Americans, as he advocates to empower others … [More]
Restaurant in North Central Phoenix Opens Highly Anticipated Second Valley Location
Following Fox Restaurant Concepts’ launch of the first-ever Doughbird in Arcadia in 2016, the highly anticipated second Valley location will make its official landing this Wednesday, Oct. 25 at The Colony on 7th Street, debuting an expanded menu as well as its best bar program yet. Just near sister restaurant Culinary Dropout along 7th Street in North Central Phoenix, Doughbird … [More]
Mesa Surf Complex Nears Completion with Advances in Surfing Technology & Options
Revel Surf at Cannon Beach, the 37-acre surf, shop, hospitality and lifestyle development project in Mesa is excited to announce that a revolutionary surfing technology has been installed – the UNIT Surf Pool. Featuring German technology, the UNIT Surf Pool produces a unique deep-water wave, giving surfers the opportunity to both learn the fundamentals of surfing or perfect … [More]
Owners of Two Top Scottsdale Restaurants Collaborate on Ultra-Luxe Underground Lounge
The owners behind two of Scottsdale’s hottest restaurants, The Americano and Cala that are helmed by celebrity chefs Scott Conant and Beau MacMillan, are joining forces to open Tell Your Friends, a swanky new underground cocktail and live music lounge in north Scottsdale that will open this spring.Tell Your Friends is a collaboration between Creation Hospitality, a division of … [More]
AOT Launches Free Spooktacular Arizona Haunted Attractions Passport Ahead of Halloween
With Halloween just around the corner, Arizonans are seeking the best frighteningly fun experiences the state has to offer. As an early treat for residents and visitors alike, the Arizona Office of Tourism (AOT) released the Spooktacular Arizona Haunted Attractions Passport today, which connects families and thrill-seekers with more than 40 haunted places and attractions, … [More]
City of Phoenix Intends to Meet Court Deadline to Address the Area around the Human Services Campus
The City of Phoenix will complete the final steps of a plan to meet a court-ordered deadline to address the area around the Human Services Campus after a Superior Court judge imposed a November 4 deadline to complete “the removal of all tents and other makeshift structures." The City will … [More]
Lucid Introduces U.S. Referral Program Benefiting Current and Future Owners
Lucid Group, Inc. launched the Lucid Referral Program in the United States. The two-sided rewards program extends exclusive benefits to current Lucid Air owners, who can share their unique referral link with friends and family to give them new vehicle purchase discounts. "Our mission at Lucid is to inspire the adoption of sustainable mobility, and our customers are our … [More]
Acoustic America: Iconic Guitars, Mandolins, and Banjos at MIM
Instruments played by the heroes of folk, blues, and bluegrass
Opening November 10, MIM’s new exhibition Acoustic America: Iconic Guitars, Mandolins, and Banjos presents a once-in-a-lifetime collection of 90 historic stringed instruments—mandolins, guitars, banjos, ukuleles, and more—that have shaped generations of American music since before the Civil War.The exhibition, which is exclusive to MIM, gives guests the opportunity to see … [More]
The Addams Family at Valley Youth Theatre
Celebrate October with the family that’s mysterious, spooky, and altogether ooky with Valley Youth Theatre! The Addams Family is a comical feast that embraces the wackiness in every family. Find out what happens to our favorite frightening family when secrets are disclosed, relationships are tested, and the family must face up to the one horrible thing they’ve managed to avoid … [More]
Plug and Play accelerateAZ Hosts Advanced Manufacturing Startup Expo in Phoenix
Plug and Play accelerateAZ held an Advanced Manufacturing Expo event today in Phoenix, Arizona. The event featured pitches from 13 Arizona-based startups to be considered for the Batch 2 cohort of Plug and Play Arizona’s Advanced Manufacturing Accelerator program. At the event, Plug and Play and the Arizona Commerce Authority (ACA) announced the official name of the joint … [More]
