Target, nationwide, will soon be able to add Starbucks handcrafted beverages and food and have it delivered along with the rest of their Drive Up order straight to their car through the new free curbside service. Arizona services will be available at selected stores. After a successful pilot, Drive Up with Starbucks is rolling out to Target’s more than 1,700 stores with … [More]
Freepoint Eco-Systems to Construct Advanced Recycling Facility in Arizona
Freepoint Eco-Systems LLC ("Freepoint") announced the development of a commercial-scale advanced plastics recycling facility located in Eloy, Arizona. The ISCC Plus Certified facility will recycle end-of-life waste plastic otherwise destined for landfills or incineration. It will span 40 acres of currently undeveloped land and have the capacity to recycle … [More]
Phoenix-Based Cat Insurance Brand Expanding Portfolio and Capabilities through Acquisition
Independence Pet Group (IPG), a leading full-stack pet insurance platform, announced the completion of its acquisition of Felix, the only pet insurance brand just for cats in the U.S. "I'm thrilled to announce this latest expansion of our portfolio, which allows us to better deliver against our mission of strengthening the unique bond between pets and their … [More]
Arizona Career Development Group Strengthens Advocacy for Education Attainment
The Arizona Coalition for Career Readiness (ACCR) welcomes Education Forward Arizona to its group of industry, education and business leaders that promote career literacy and development for all Arizonans. The addition of Education Forward Arizona to the coalition strengthens the organization’s ability to advocate for the statewide Achieve60AZ initiative of helping 60% of … [More]
Utah-Based Indoor Pickleball Co. to Add Six Locations in Metro Phoenix
The Picklr, the United States' premiere indoor Pickleball facility, headquartered in Kaysville, Utah, announced a major expansion that includes eighty new facilities and thirteen new franchisees, including six locations to be added in Gilbert, Glendale, Mesa, and Phoenix. The new locations will span eleven states, including Arizona, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, … [More]
Highly-Anticipated East Valley Restaurant Completed, Opens Doors at Epicenter Gilbert
Willmeng Construction recently wrapped up work on one of the most highly-anticipated restaurants in the East Valley, delivering Buck & Rider’s latest location at Epicenter in Gilbert. The restaurant held a ribbon-cutting event with Gilbert Mayor Bridgette Peterson and several members of the Gilbert Town Council on hand. “We’re excited to be part of the Town of Gilbert. … [More]
Arizona Coyotes and Equality Health Announce Innovative Partnership Focused on Health, Well-Being
The Arizona Coyotes and Value-Base Care (VBC) leader Equality Health announced a new partnership focused on creating a stronger, healthier, and more vibrant Arizona while growing the game of hockey. As part of the agreement, Equality Health will serve as the "Official Partner of the Arizona Coyotes and the Arizona Coyotes Street Hockey League. "We are very excited to partner … [More]
SRP Invests More Than $2.6M in Research and Development Projects with ASU, NAU and UArizona
As part of ongoing research and development efforts to improve the Valley’s power system and watershed, this school year SRP invested more than $2.6 million in 36 projects with Arizona State University, Northern Arizona University and the University of Arizona. These projects are part of SRP’s commitment to the reliable delivery of power and water, and each project is assessed … [More]
Ready-to-Eat Meal Co. Expands Operations with Opening of New U.S. Production Center in Goodyear
Factor, Americaʼs leading ready-to-eat (RTE) meal delivery service, announced today the opening of a new production center in Goodyear, Arizona to further scale the rapidly growing ready-to-eat brand. The 300,100 square-foot facility will serve as the second largest industrial kitchen in the U.S. (per Rational), enabling Factor to provide more customers with healthy, premium, … [More]
Supply Agreement Advances Domestic Battery Supply Chain for Use at Arizona KOREPlex
KORE Power, Inc. will use ENTEK lithium separators manufactured in Terra Haute, Indiana in the battery cells that the company produces at the Arizona KOREPlex, according to a supply agreement announced Tuesday. Under the agreement, KORE will purchase separators for both NMC and LFP battery cells from ENTEK when ENTEK’s Indiana facility comes online in 2025. Under the terms … [More]
Phoenix-Based Media Network Kicks Off Season Two of News Show
Phoenix-based media network STN kicks off Season 2 of their action packed news show, taped monthly in front of a live studio audience. Each episode features segments focused on critical social issues hosted by community leaders. “In our first season, we learned that by offering a front row seat to the transformation happening in our communities, we inspire further action,” … [More]
Arizona Restaurant Association Partners to Expedite Cash Assistance for Arizona Small Businesses
The Arizona Restaurant Association, the leading trade organization that represents the state's dynamic food industries, has partnered with Adesso Capital to offer their members assistance expediting federal relief funds which can be used for operating capital, payroll, inventory, or other expenses. The assistance includes filing for the Employee Retention … [More]
Seasoned Chief Legal Officer Is Franchising an Electronics Retail Brand in Arizona
Arizona's local retail scene is about to witness a dynamic shift as PayMore, the nation's fastest-growing electronics buy, sell, and trade franchise, announces a new five-unit deal to bring three more units to Phoenix and two to Tucson. With a keen focus on rapid growth, PayMore has closed 17 major deals in 2023 alone with nearly 140 units in development across Texas, New York, … [More]
Title Co. Acquisition to Further Grow Position as Locally Owned Market Leader
Clear Title Agency of Arizona, the fastest-growing Title and Escrow company in Arizona, announced an agreement to acquire the operating assets of First Arizona Title. First Arizona has been a provider of title and escrow services in the Phoenix metro market for over 20 years. This strategic acquisition is aligned with Clear Title Agency’s growth objectives and will further … [More]
Local Family-Owned Event Planning Co. Reflects on Success, Shares Future Vision
Got You Covered Entertainment, the locally based event planning company that helps their clients create unique and unforgettable special events, is celebrating its 20-year anniversary this year. Founded in 2003 by Eric Cheroske, who now runs the company with his wife Paige and daughter Jamie, Got You Covered Entertainment has persevered over the course of two decades while … [More]
Google Announces New Commitment to Arizona, Breaks Ground on $600M Data Center
Google broke ground on a new $600 million data center in Mesa, and will use state-of-the-art technology to air cool the facility. This will be the company’s first physical presence in the state. Governor Katie Hobbs, Mesa Mayor John Giles, and other community leaders joined Google in celebrating the announcement during an event today in Mesa. Google's continued investment in … [More]
Hawaii-Based Burger Concept Brings a Taste of Aloha to Queen Creek
Seven Brothers Burgers, the Hawaiian-born restaurant putting a family-oriented, quality-driven spin on the average burger joint, has officially kickstarted their Arizona development plans with the grand opening of their first Arizona location in Queen Creek. The new store, located at 24750 S Ellsworth Rd, Queen Creek, held its grand opening on June 21. The Hannemann Family, … [More]
High Value, Low Price Gym to Open, Features Latest in Smart Fitness Technology
EoS Fitness, a nationwide gym chain that got its start in Arizona and now counts more than 125+ locations open or on the way, is opening its newest location in Phoenix. The brand-new gym features 40,000 square feet of high-end amenities, including top-of-the-line cardio equipment, smart technology strength training machines and innovative recovery options. “Our commitment to … [More]
