Black Rock Coffee Bar, an Arizona-based boutique coffee shop, is expanding into northern Arizona with two new locations. The first, in Prescott Valley, opens on Friday, July 31 at 6272 E. Second St., just off State Route 69. A Sedona location at 80 Posse Ground Road, on the north side of State Route 89A, will follow this summer, marking the brand’s first-ever store in Red … [More]
Global Industrial Gas Supplier to Invest $1B in Arizona Facility
Linde announced that it has been awarded a new long-term agreement to supply ultra-high-purity industrial gases to one of the world’s largest semiconductor manufacturers. The agreement will support the expansion of the customer’s semiconductor manufacturing complex in Phoenix, Arizona. Linde will invest $1 billion to expand its existing on-site industrial gases complex in … [More]
Record Heat Sends SRP Power Demand to All-Time High
SRP delivered a record amount of energy to customers on Friday, July 24, keeping customers in power on the hottest day of the year so far. Based on preliminary information, SRP delivered an all-time high peak load of 9,072 megawatts (MW) between 5 and 6 p.m. This surpasses the previous record peak of 8,542 MW set on August 7, 2025. The company also exceeded the 2025 record … [More]
NVIDIA, Amkor Announce $1.5B Arizona Partnership
Amkor Technology, Inc. announced a $1.5 billion multi-year strategic partnership with NVIDIA to develop advanced semiconductor packaging and test technologies for next-generation AI and accelerated computing platforms. Under the agreement, NVIDIA will provide a prepayment to support the expansion of Amkor’s U.S. advanced packaging capacity. Advanced packaging enables the … [More]
Arizona Fitness Expansion Continues with New Mesa Club
Amped Fitness announced that their newest location, Amped Fitness Mesa, will officially open its doors on Monday, July 27, bringing the brand’s immersive Amped Universe experience to the Mesa community. The opening represents the continued growth of Amped Fitness’ footprint in Arizona, with the brand’s Glendale location opening earlier this year and further expansion planned … [More]
PRESS Coffee Opens Café at Sprouts’ New Corporate Headquarters
Locally owned PRESS Coffee will open its City North location inside Sprouts Farmers Market’s new corporate headquarters at 20700 N. 56th St. in North Phoenix in August. The new café further expands PRESS and Sprouts’ partnership, which already includes seven PRESS cafés inside Sprouts stores across the Valley. The City North location will mark PRESS’ 20th opening. “Sprouts has … [More]
Arizona’s $109-Billion-Year: A Record-Setting FY2026
Fiscal Year 2026 (FY26) marked the most successful year for economic development in Arizona’s history. During the 12‑month period ending June 30, 2026, the Arizona Commerce Authority and local economic development partners worked with companies that committed to creating 26,225 projected new Arizona jobs and investing more than $109 billion into communities statewide — both … [More]
Ballet Arizona Adds North Central Phoenix Campus Through Acquisition
The School of Ballet Arizona announced its expansion with the addition of a new satellite campus following the acquisition of Ballet Theatre of Phoenix, located near 7th Street and Bethany Home Road. This milestone acquisition continues The School of Ballet Arizona’s mission-driven growth in the Valley and will be the school’s second satellite campus, following its first … [More]
Phoenix Energy Infrastructure Co. Acquires Major Union Contractor
Centuri Holdings, Inc., a North American utility and energy infrastructure services company, announced it has completed the acquisition of J.J. White, Inc., a premier provider of mechanical and electrical construction services across power generation, data centers, and industrial end markets. J.J. White will become part of Centuri’s Riggs Distler operation, expanding core union … [More]
Health Tech Firm Combines AI with Billing Expertise to Boost Collections
WebPT, a leading rehab therapy platform designed to help practices improve efficiency, grow revenue, and manage every aspect of their business, announced the next generation of its Revenue Cycle Management (RCM) Services, combining the industry's most advanced AI-powered billing technology with the nation's largest team of rehab-specialized billing experts. As reimbursement … [More]
Chandler-Based Aviation Supplier Expands with Acquisition
AvAir, an industry-leading inventory solutions provider for the aviation aftermarket, has acquired Full Stop Technics, adding FAA- and EASA-certified wheel and brake maintenance, repair and overhaul capabilities to its global aftermarket platform. “This acquisition strengthens AvAir’s aftermarket platform by adding certified wheel and brake MRO capabilities,” said Mike Bianco, … [More]
Honeywell Aerospace Signs Fleet-Wide Deal with Aeromexico
Honeywell Aerospace announced that Aeromexico intends to adopt its newest and most advanced runway safety technology, known as Surface Alerts (SURF-A), across the carrier's entire Boeing 737 NG and 737 MAX fleet of more than 100 aircraft. SURF-A sends pilots real-time aural and visual alerts when they are on a trajectory to collide with another aircraft on the … [More]
Luxury Garage Condominium Project Planned for North Scottsdale
Elite Garages Scottsdale, a new luxury garage condominium community designed for automotive enthusiasts, collectors, hobbyists and lifestyle buyers, has officially launched in North Scottsdale. Located near Loop 101 and Bell Road, the development is now accepting reservations, with construction expected to begin in December 2026 and completion anticipated in the third quarter … [More]
Semiconductor Equipment Co. Establishes U.S. Headquarters in Phoenix
Cica-Huntek Chemical Technology Taiwan Co., Ltd., a highly capable professional manufacturer of Chemical Delivery Systems (CDS) in Asia, announced today that the facilities of its U.S. subsidiary, Cica-Huntek Chemical Technology USA Corp., located in Phoenix, Arizona, have been fully completed and officially activated. This opening is not only an important milestone for … [More]
Black Rock Coffee Bar Unveils New West Valley Location
Black Rock Coffee Bar, the Oregon-born boutique coffee company known for its specialty coffees, teas, smoothies, and popular Fuel energy drinks, is expanding its footprint in the Valley with a new location opening this week. The store, located at 5937 N 91st Ave #130 will officially open in Glendale on Monday, July 20th. Guests can enjoy $3 medium drinks all day, with the … [More]
Indoor Pickleball Club Opens Fourth Valley Location in Scottsdale
Center Court Pickleball Club, one of Arizona's fastest-growing indoor pickleball communities, opened its fourth Valley location near Shea Boulevard and Loop 101 in Scottsdale.The new 35,000-square-foot facility, located at 10220 N. 90th Street, features 13 tournament-quality indoor courts, the company's new corporate headquarters and a dedicated training center. With this … [More]
Award-Winning Scottsdale Mexican Restaurant Opens Second Valley Location
Cien Agaves Tacos & Tequila, the award-winning and legendary Scottsdale dining destination known for its scratch-made Mexican cuisine, handcrafted margaritas, and extensive collection of 100 hand-selected premium agave spirits, is expanding with the opening of its second Arizona location in Chandler. Located at 900 N. 54th St., Suite 1, at 54th Street and West Ray Road, the … [More]
Family-Owned Dessert Shop Opens in North Valley
Tropical Sno North AZ, locally owned and operated by the Lee family, officially opens its doors on Saturday, August 8, inviting the local community to celebrate the arrival of its newest family gathering place. The Grand Opening Celebration will take place from 12:30 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. and will feature a Chamber of Commerce ribbon cutting, live DJ, balloons, photo booth, light … [More]
