A new study has announced the areas hit the hardest by fraud in the period between Q2 2023 and Q1 2024. Residents in Arizona reported 1,215 cases per 100,000 people - a 22% increase above average. Arizona was found to be the sixth hardest-hit state, with 90,254 cases reported in the period. The study, conducted by injury lawyers Bader Scott, examined the number of fraud … [More]
Suresh Garimella, Ph.D., to be 23rd University of Arizona President
The Arizona Board of Regents proudly appointed Dr. Suresh Garimella as the 23rd president of the University of Arizona. The unanimous board vote follows a comprehensive national search fueled by the work of the U of A Presidential Search Advisory Committee and informed by robust community feedback. Dr. Garimella is currently the 27th president of the University of Vermont … [More]
Adaptive Yoga Program in Phoenix Provides Values-Based Clinical Experience for PT Students
Physical therapy students at Creighton University Health Sciences Campus – Phoenix typically start volunteering with the adaptive yoga program to gain hands-on experience with patients; however, they stumble upon an experience that truly encapsulates the spirit of Creighton. “The students are what's getting us to that next level of healing,” says patient Robert Dopp. “Each … [More]
Arizona Reactivates Greater Arizona Development Authority, Unlocking Millions in Infrastructure Financing for Rural and Tribal Communities
The Office of Economic Opportunity, and the Arizona Finance Authority (AFA) are announcing the reactivation of the Greater Arizona Development Authority (GADA) with a new round of financial assistance open as of August 1, 2024. GADA, established in 1997, is a financing program that leverages private financing to assist rural communities and Tribal governments with the … [More]
Recently Honored Developer of Build-to-Rent Communities Brings 94-Unit Development to Scottsdale
After recently being named the #3 city in the nation for places to rent through a study published on WalletHub.com, MODUS Companies recently announced their latest design for a 94-unit build-to-rent community of single-family homes near the intersection of Oak Street and 64th Street. Aptly named Papago Village, given its vicinity to nearby Papago Park, the entire community … [More]
First Group of Phoenix Public Transit Hybrid Buses Hits the Road
As the Phoenix Public Transit Department continues working toward its zero-emissions bus fleet goal by 2040, the first group of hybrid buses have passed all tests and are now running on Phoenix roads. The buses use a combination of a hybrid-electric motor and batteries and a … [More]
Private Equity Firm Celebrates 20th Year, Looks Forward to Continued Growth
Montage Partners, a people-first private equity firm headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona, proudly marks its 20th anniversary, celebrating two decades of providing liquidity to founders and backing them and management with capital and resources to continue to scale their companies. Founded in 2004, Montage Partners has dedicated itself to supporting founders and management … [More]
State Farm Stadium Promotes New General Manager
ASM Global — the world’s No.1 development and full-service venue company — has promoted 19-year State Farm Stadium veteran Melissa Wasson to general manager of the storied Glendale, Arizona, facility. Wasson has served the past 13 years as the assistant GM at State Farm Stadium where she led the ASM Global stadium management team in overseeing the day-to-day and event … [More]
North America’s Largest Automotive Supplier to Build Manufacturing Facility in Mesa
Magna’s investment will create hundreds of new jobs to bolster the region
The Arizona Commerce Authority, Greater Phoenix Economic Council and the City of Mesa announced that Magna, a mobility technology company and one of the largest suppliers in the automotive space, is building a manufacturing facility in Mesa. Located at Power Industrial Park, the nearly 230,000-square-foot facility is expected to create hundreds of new jobs. Representing a … [More]
Two Leadership Appointments Support Commercial Strategy and Growth Objectives for Utility Infrastructure Services Co.
Centuri Holdings, Inc., a leading, pure-play North American utility infrastructure services company, highlights recent appointments for two long-time Centuri employees to newly-formed strategic roles. Dylan Hradek now serves as President, US Gas and Jim Connell assumed the role of Executive Vice President, Chief Commercial & Strategy Officer. The appointments and … [More]
U.S. Housing Market Nears $50 Trillion in Value, Phoenix Reaches Trillion-Dollar Status
The total value of U.S homes gained $3.1 trillion over the past 12 months to reach a record $49.6 trillion, according to a new report from Redfin, the technology-powered real estate brokerage. The number of metros where the total value of homes topped $1 trillion grew to eight and includes the Phoenix market for the first time. In percentage terms, the total value of the … [More]
Partnership Brings Beloved Brewery Brand to the West Valley
Kind Upper Room Ventures LLC announced the newest O.H.S.O Brewery is now open in Surprise at 13434 N. Prasada Parkway. This location is the first in the West Valley. It is a result of a partnership between Kind Hospitality, Inc., Upper Room Hospitality, LLC and B.A.D. Ventures, LLC. These entities teamed up to answer West Valley customer requests for an O.H.S.O closer to … [More]
Luxury Homebuilder Sets Date for North Scottsdale Community to Debut Featuring Postmodern Architecture
Camelot Homes announced that sales will begin on September 7 for The Edge at Joy Ranch in North Scottsdale. The new 52-home luxury home community is located on 77.5 acres at the NE Corner of Lone Mountain Parkway and East Joy Ranch Road in North Scottsdale and offers 3/4+ acre lots with homes that range in size from 3,400 to 5,000 square feet. Nestled against Tonto National … [More]
Residential Real Estate Closed Deals Move Up in July, Says Report
Home prices show signs of stabilization with most areas experiencing little up or down movement
Closed sales climbed nearly 7% in July compared to the same month in 2023, according to the most recent data from Phoenix REALTORS. The number of deals topped 5,000, higher than last year and 2022. “With more listings coming onto the market and increased buyer selections, July showed promise for a normally slow summer month,” said Sheryl Bowden, Phoenix REALTORS board … [More]
Barrett-Jackson Returns to WestWorld of Scottsdale for 2024 Fall Auction, Oct. 10-13
Barrett-Jackson, The World’s Greatest Collector Car Auctions, is returning to WestWorld of Scottsdale with the 2024 Scottsdale Fall Auction, presented by Gila River Resorts & Casinos, Oct. 10-13. The four-day automotive lifestyle event will be headlined by a docket filled with some of the most coveted collectible vehicles and feature new entertainment elements, including … [More]
Phoenix Children’s Hospital Arrowhead Campus Opens, Expands Access to Pediatric Healthcare
Families in the West Valley now have better access to top-ranked pediatric healthcare with the opening of Phoenix Children's Hospital – Arrowhead Campus on Aug. 7. Located at 19007 N. 67th Ave. in Glendale, this state-of-the-art, 175,000-square-foot hospital offers a comprehensive range of services, including inpatient care, a 24/7 emergency department, surgical care and … [More]
Cardinals Sign Family-Owned Valley Pizza Co. as Official Pizza
Spinato’s Pizzeria & Family Kitchen is the “Official Pizza of the Arizona Cardinals,” after inking a deal with the NFL team to serve its fresh, delicious pizza at State Farm Stadium in Glendale. Spinato’s CEO, Anthony Spinato, said the partnership with the Arizona Cardinals marks a special turning point for the Tempe-based, family-owned business during its 50th anniversary … [More]
Arizona Association of REALTORS Releases New and Revised Transaction Forms, Enhancements Benefit Clients and REALTOR Members
The Arizona Association of REALTORS, the largest trade association in Arizona representing more than 53,000 Arizona REALTORS®, has released new and revised transaction forms for the benefit not only of its members, but the clients they serve. A primary change will now require REALTORS® to enter into a buyer-broker representation agreement with the prospective buyer before … [More]
