Local steak lovers will see a temporary shake-up in their dining plans as Durant's, a longtime favorite, has been acquired by the acclaimed Steak 44 and Ocean 44 restaurant group, by brothers Mike and Jeffrey Mastro, along with their father Dennis Mastro and business partner Scott Troilo. The transition will bring a fresh new era for the beloved establishment, but not without a … [More]
Scottsdale Resort Unveils Expansive, Newly Renovated Arizona Ballroom
Grand Hyatt Scottsdale Resort has officially debuted its newly expanded Arizona Ballroom, marking the completion of the property’s $115 million transformation. Nearly doubling in size to an impressive 24,000 square feet, the Arizona Ballroom is now one of the largest and most sophisticated event spaces in the region. The resort’s full meeting and events facilities is now 90,000 … [More]
EMT Training Program Ramps Up in Arizona to Beat Shortage
In response to the critical shortage of emergency medical technicians (EMTs), Unitek EMT moved to a larger campus and added more starts dates for its 14-Day EMT Boot Camp. This year, Unitek EMT launched a Basic EKG Class and a seven-week evening course to provide more opportunities for aspiring EMS professionals. "Unitek's dedication to initial and continuing education is … [More]
Warby Parker Opens First Phoenix Store at Biltmore Fashion Park
Reaching out on behalf of to share some exciting news. On Saturday, March 8th, Warby Parker, the lifestyle eyewear brand is opening its first Phoenix retail store in Phoenix at Biltmore Fashion Park. This new retail location will make it easier for its Phoenix and wider Arizona customers to access all of their eye care needs, equipped with the brand’s full optical and … [More]
Software Veteran Named CEO of PHX FWD to Establish Phoenix as a Top Software City
PHX FWD, the nonprofit organization dedicated to making Phoenix a top software city by 2035, announced that Clate Mask, founder of Keap, will serve as its new Chief Executive Officer. Mask, who recently sold Keap after more than two decades of leading the company to success, will bring his extensive experience in SaaS growth and entrepreneurship to accelerate PHX FWD’s … [More]
Mexican Grill Adds Second Location after More Than a Decade of Success in Scottsdale
Salt + Lime Modern Mexican Grill, a beloved Scottsdale staple known for its authentic yet innovative Mexican cuisine, officially opened its second location last month in Cave Creek. After more than ten years in Scottsdale, Salt + Lime has expanded into the heart of this North Valley neighborhood to offer a vibrant dining experience for locals and visitors alike. Located at … [More]
Construction Completed on Five Spec Suites at Kierland Office Campus
Vero Capital announced that it has completed the construction of five spec suites at INISIO at Kierland, a two-building, 240,436-square-foot office campus located at 16430 N. Scottdale Road and 16260 N. 71st in Scottsdale, Arizona. Additionally, the firm has started construction on the next phase of renovations at the property. INISIO at Kierland is owned by affiliates of … [More]
Banner MD Anderson Unveils ‘Wellness Center’ in Its Home Away from Home Community
Cancer patients living in Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center’s Home Away from Home community now have a new space to gather and heal. The wellness center was recently built with the goal of giving patients, caregivers and their families a shared place to rest, connect and support one another. The new space adds to the community of eight private homes generously built, furnished … [More]
Tempe Pilot Program Brings Real-Time Language Translation
In a city as diverse as Tempe, where over 30 languages are spoken, making sure everyone is heard and understood is essential. That’s why the City of Tempe is launching a new pilot program to break down language barriers with the help of AI-powered technology. The City of Tempe is introducing three Instant Language Assistant (ILA) devices, created by Translate Live LLC, … [More]
Google Integration Set to Revolutionize Local Retail
National Retail Solutions (NRS) announced a new integration with Google that makes it easier for independent retailers to attract shoppers to their stores. The collaboration allows retailers to automatically showcase their in-store products to local customers by searching on Google Search, Google Maps, and the Shopping tab. “We’re excited to collaborate with Google on this … [More]
Phoenix City Grille Announces New Culinary Team
Phoenix City Grille, located at 5816 N. 16th St., has recently revamped its culinary team. The restaurant’s owner Dennis Shaw is pleased to announce the appointment of longtime employee Uriel Telix to the role of Executive Chef, promotion of Corey Azure to Executive Sous Chef and new hire Severo Hernandez to that of Sous Chef. “We are pleased to welcome Severo as our new Sous … [More]
‘All-day Hangout’ Restaurant, Bar & Market to Make Chandler Debut
George & Gather opens its doors on March 12th as a dynamic, all-day hangout offering from-scratch, seed oil-free fare for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, in a stunning, Art Deco-inspired space located at 336 S. Washington Street, in Chandler. A true community hub, George & Gather celebrates the vibrant energy of Chandler with an expansive 7,700 sq. ft. venue designed to … [More]
SRP Issues 2025 All-Source RFP for New Resources as Power Demand Grows
To meet the growing power demands of the Phoenix metropolitan area, SRP issued a 2025 All-Source Request for Proposals (RFP), February 24. The RFP seeks competitive proposals for resources that can provide at least 600 megawatts (MW) of summer capacity by the summer of 2031 and an additional minimum of 500 MW of capacity by the summer of 2032. SRP is also seeking information on … [More]
Senior Living Community Developer Earns Prestigious Certification on 4 Arizona Communities
Clearwater Living®, a real estate and property management company dedicated to the ownership, operation and development of high-quality senior living communities, announced today that it has earned the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's ("EPA") ENERGY STAR® certification for superior energy performance for all four of its Arizona properties. "The ENERGY STAR … [More]