NFIB’s July Jobs Report shows that the Small Business Employment Index rose after four consecutive months of decline, registering 102.1 in July after measuring 100.2 in June. The current reading is above the 2025 average of 101.2 and the historical average of 100.0. In July, 36% (seasonally adjusted) of small business owners reported job openings they could not fill, up 4 … [More]
Fiber Internet Provider Begins Major East Valley Buildout
Wyyerd Fiber is continuing its rapid growth across the Southwest, officially extending its next-generation fiber network into the East Valley. Wyyerd crews are actively constructing fiber-optic infrastructure in Gilbert and Chandler, laying the foundation for ultra-fast internet service, straightforward pricing, and award-winning customer service. Wyyerd is recognized as … [More]
National Auto Service Chain Opens Three New Valley Locations
Take 5 Oil Change, a leading provider of fast, friendly, and simple car maintenance, announced the grand opening of three new Arizona locations: 16771 W Bell Rd. in Surprise; 16590 Cactus Rd. in Surprise; and 425 N 99th Ave. in Tolleson. Each location has three service bays, and customers can remain comfortably in their car and receive a high-quality oil change in about 10 … [More]
Arizona Credit Union Targets West Valley for Continued Growth
OneAZ Credit Union announced the opening of its newest branch in Peoria, expanding access to affordable financial services and deepening its commitment to supporting communities across Arizona. The Peoria Trailhead branch located at 83rd Avenue and Happy Valley will create local jobs while helping drive economic growth through accessible lending solutions, dividend-earning … [More]
Large-Scale East Valley Housing Project Delivers 248 New Units
Ware Malcomb, an award-winning international design firm, announced construction is complete on Emblem Mesa, a new multifamily community in Mesa, Arizona. Ware Malcomb’s Phoenix office provided architectural design services for the 14.27‑acre, 248‑unit project, located at 1340 South 48th Street in Mesa's East Valley. Emblem Mesa is developed by Garrett Companies, a nationally … [More]
$1.37B Raise Fuels Growth for Defense Manufacturer in Mesa and Across the U.S.
Hadrian, the advanced manufacturing company building highly automated factories for America, today announced $1.37 billion in new equity financing to accelerate the buildout of the domestic manufacturing capacity needed to deliver America's most critical defense, aerospace, and industrial systems. The financing will support new factories, expanded R&D, and additional … [More]
National Restaurant Expansion Brings Acclaimed Indiana Concept to PV
Huse Culinary, an Indianapolis-based restaurant and retail food group, is excited to announce the official opening of Harry & Izzy’s in Paradise Valley on Wednesday, Aug. 26, marking the brand’s first location outside of Indiana. Located at the reimagined PV, formerly Paradise Valley Mall, the modern American grill concept will bring its signature blend of timeless … [More]
Valley Mental Health Provider Bolsters Leadership for Next Phase of Growth
Roya Health, the greater Phoenix area's integrated behavioral health practice dedicated to children and families, announced the appointment of three senior executives to its clinical and operational leadership team: Dr. Diana Medina as Chief Psychologist, Dr. Shalini Tharani as Chief Medical Officer, and Wendy Reid as Director of Operations. The appointments mark a defining … [More]
Global Telecom Giant Acquires Chandler Chip Manufacturing Campus
Nokia has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire NXP Semiconductors’ Chandler manufacturing campus as part of a broader expansion of its U.S.-based optical component production capacity. Subject to regulatory approvals, Nokia will initially lease manufacturing space within a portion of the Chandler facility beginning in early 2027. The company plans to convert the site … [More]
Arizona Legal Powerhouse Expands into Idaho with Strategic Combination
Fennemore, one of the nation's fastest-growing Am Law 200 firms, will combine with Boise-based McConnell Wagner Sykes + Stacey, a business law firm with strengths in construction, real estate, employment law, and commercial litigation, effective Sept. 1, 2026. The planned combination will significantly grow Fennemore’s presence in Idaho, adding 13 legal professionals in Boise, … [More]
Dutch Bros to Acquire up to 65 Salad and Go Locations
Dutch Bros Inc., one of the fastest-growing brands in the U.S. quick-service beverage industry, today announced it has entered into an agreement to acquire the real estate and related site assets of up to 65 Salad and Go locations across Arizona, Nevada, Oklahoma, and Texas. The closing is expected to occur in the third quarter of 2026 and is subject to applicable approvals and … [More]
Salad and Go Abruptly Closes All Restaurants Following Chapter 11 Filing
Salad and Go announced that it has filed voluntary petitions for relief under Chapter 11 of the United States Bankruptcy Code in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of Texas, Houston Division. All Salad and Go locations will close permanently, with final guest service on Aug. 5, 2026. Salad and Go was founded in 2013 on a simple belief: that everyone deserves … [More]
Phoenix Children’s Unifies Hospital-Based Services Under New Executive
Phoenix Children's announced the appointment of Joshua D. Koch, MD, as Senior Vice President, Hospital Based In Chief, a newly established executive physician leadership role created to strengthen coordination across the health system's hospital-based clinical services. Reporting directly to Phoenix Children's President & CEO John R. Nickens IV, Dr. Koch will have … [More]
$100M Arizona Facility to Shape Kimberly-Clark’s Next Generation of Products
The Greater Yuma Economic Development Corporation, in partnership with the City of Yuma and the Arizona Commerce Authority, announced that Kimberly-Clark Corporation is building one of its newest U.S. facilities in Yuma, Arizona, a 50,000-square-foot pilot facility representing a capital investment of over $100 million. The project is well under construction and expected to … [More]
NYSE-Listed Building Technology Giant Completes Spinoff
Resideo Technologies, Inc., a leading global developer and manufacturer of critical control and sensing solutions for residential end markets, announced the completion of its spin-off of ADI Global Distribution Inc., establishing Resideo as a pure-play building technologies company. Resideo will continue to trade on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol "REZI" and … [More]
Postino Continues Valley Growth with Southeast Expansion
Postino, the all-day restaurant and wine bar known for its cult-like following, welcoming hospitality, and inspired spaces, is continuing its expansion across its home state of Arizona. Scheduled to open later this year, Postino Queen Creek will be located at The Switchyard development in the heart of the QC (Queen Creek) District. The opening marks a major milestone for the … [More]
Veteran Nonprofit Leader to Head Arizona Foster Care Foundation
The Arizona Friends of Foster Children Foundation announced the appointment of Amber Cordoba as its new Executive Director, effective July 20, 2026. Cordoba, an accomplished nonprofit leader with more than 20 years of leadership experience and a lifelong commitment to Arizona's foster care community, was selected by AFFCF's Board of Directors following a comprehensive search to … [More]
Arizona Sees 51% Increase in Job Losses over Two Decades
New research reveals which states have seen the biggest increase in businesses cutting jobs since 2000, with only three states actually seeing a reduction in the number of job losses since 2000. The study, conducted by DOKKA, an accounting automation software company, tracked the number of private sector establishments losing jobs from the BLS Business Employment Dynamics … [More]
