Lincoln Avenue Communities, a mission-driven acquirer and developer of affordable housing, today announced that it has closed financing for the construction of The Ranches at Gunsmoke, a ground-up development in partnership with WNC & Associates (WNC) that will create 271 new affordable homes for families in Maricopa earning no more than 60% of the Area Median … [More]
Real Estate Services Platform Expands National Footprint with Strategic Acquisition of Arizona-Based My Home Group
Fathom Holdings, Inc., a national, technology-driven, end-to-end real estate services platform, announced the acquisition of My Home Group, a leading Arizona-based brokerage ranked 27th in the nation by transaction volume. The acquisition expands Fathom's market reach, strengthens its agent network, and supports its commitment to delivering comprehensive real estate solutions … [More]
Discount Tire Opens 15th Phoenix Location in Response to Demand
Discount Tire, the Arizona-based retailer of tires and wheels, opened its fifteenth location in Phoenix to meet demand for tires and wheels in Maricopa County. The new tire store is located at 4750 N 99th Ave, near the Legacy Traditional School. Hours of operation are 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday and 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday. Discount Tire is closed on … [More]
Coca-Cola Partners with SRP to Help Increase Water Resiliency
Salt River Project (SRP) announced a partnership with bottler, Swire Coca-Cola, and The Coca-Cola Company to invest in forest health and support water resiliency for central Arizona. This investment to the SRP Resilient Water and Forest Initiative™ will aim to support the Initiative’s restoration of forests over the next two years, helping strengthen a critical water supply for … [More]
Arizona Office of Economic Opportunity Announced a New Opportunity for Microbusiness Grant Funding
The Arizona Office of Economic Opportunity (OEO), the Arizona state agency committed to strengthening Arizona’s workforce and economy, announced a new opportunity for grant funding through the Arizona Microbusiness Loan Program. The program, launched by Governor Katie Hobbs in August 2024, is already making a positive impact in communities across the state. Arizona’s small … [More]
Pickleball, Dining & Outdoor Entertainment Destination to Open First Location in Arizona
Electric Pickle, an electrifying new concept blending pickleball, outdoor entertainment and a 12,000-square-foot, two-story globally-inspired restaurant, is gearing up to open its 4.5-acre flagship location in Tempe on Dec. 16. Located near Interstate-10 and Warner Road, just south of Ikea, Electric Pickle is brought to life by the visionary leaders behind Eureka! Restaurant … [More]
Tempe Ultra Infill Project Coming to Sky Harbor Airport Submarket
Lincoln Property Company announced it has acquired an infill office project in the heart of Tempe, Arizona, and will redevelop the site into Sky Harbor Logistics, a Class A industrial campus situated minutes from Interstate 10 and Sky Harbor International Airport. Lincoln acquired the property, located on 16.25 acres at 1515 W. 14th St., for $18.3 million. Originally built in … [More]
2024 Is Shaping Up to Be the Smallest Black Friday Ever, Says GoDaddy Study
Consumers are in a giving mood this year, not just toward their friends and families, but also to small businesses. According to a new GoDaddy survey, 71%* of U.S. shoppers are willing to pay more to support small businesses during Black Friday and this year's holiday season, with an eye-popping 53%* of them willing to spend up to 10 percent more to do so. Despite 65%* of … [More]
Phoenix-Based Lemonade Brand Launches New Zero-Calorie Options
AZ Lemonade Stand, Arizona's beloved handcrafted lemonade brand, proudly introduces AZ-ZERO, a refreshing lemonade featuring zero sugar and zero calories. Available in Original Lemonade and Strawberry Lemonade, AZ-ZERO maintains the bold, refreshing taste fans love—without the sugar. What sets AZ-ZERO apart is its use of monk fruit as a natural sweetener, … [More]
Housing Market Stays Surprisingly Active as Election Looms and Mortgage Rates Hit 7%
Mortgage rates rose to 7% for the first time since early July this week, erasing their late-summer decline into the low-6% range. That’s according to a new report from Redfin, the technology-powered real estate brokerage. Rising rates, combined with economic uncertainty and anxiety brought on by the impending presidential election, are causing some prospective homebuyers and … [More]
PXG Launches Apparel Pop-Up Store at Scottsdale Fashion Square
PXG is proud to unveil its first-ever PXG Apparel Pop-Up at the prestigious Scottsdale Fashion Square. Located within the luxury wing of the center, this fashion-forward retail experience will open its doors on November 1, 2024, and run through April 2025. The brand-new specialty store invites customers to discover PXG’s elevated, trend-driven apparel and accessories … [More]
Owners of Humble Bistro Opening ‘Oysters & Bubbles’ Concept
The owners of Humble Bistro are excited to announce their new concept, Humble Oysters & Bubbles, a seafood parlor and bubbles bar. Like a pearl in the desert, Humble Oysters & Bubbles offers a casual, yet sophisticated experience guests won’t forget. The seafood restaurant is located at 5415 E. High Street in Phoenix. “We’re beyond thrilled to open our new seafood … [More]
European-Style Wine Bar Set to Open in North Scottsdale
A brand new restaurant concept, Pinard Wine Bar, is set to open Nov. 7 in north Scottsdale, offering a European style dining and wine drinking experience. The European-inspired menu features classic dishes like beef bourguignon and ratatouille and shareables such as cheese plates and foie gras. The menu also includes rich and hearty entrees like a veal chop and several cuts of … [More]
Raising the Bar: Valley Law Firm Set to Transform Sports Grill into Bold New Law Office
Withey Morris Baugh, a leading zoning and land use law firm, has acquired the former Half Moon Windy City Sports Grill from renowned global real estate investment firm Holualoa Companies. The law firm plans to repurpose the bar space into its new office while preserving key elements of its sports bar history, including the original bar top, to honor its storied past. The … [More]
Phoenix Introduces New Residential Grass Removal Incentive to Promote Water Conservation
Phoenix Water Services has launched a new program offering financial assistance to homeowners who replace their lawns with water-efficient, desert-adapted landscapes. The initiative encourages residents to reduce outdoor water use by receiving $2 per square foot for removing grass. This effort not only conserves water but could also help residents save money on their water … [More]
Grubhub Adds New Category to Its Marketplace with PetSmart Partnership
Grubhub announced that it is partnering with Phoenix-based PetSmart to bring the leading pet retailer's inventory of pet supplies, foods, supplements, habitats, accessories and more to the Grubhub Marketplace. PetSmart is Grubhub's first pet retail partner, marking Grubhub's expansion beyond restaurants, convenience and grocery. More than 14,000 items are available for … [More]
Dental Industry Staffing Co. Raises Additional $5M to Address Dental Staffing Shortage
Phoenix-based Toothio, a digital staffing marketplace for the dental industry, announced $5 million in additional financing led by nvp capital and Craft Ventures. Rho Capital, Marketplace Capital, Roosh Ventures, Burst Capital, Revere Partners, Karman Ventures, Az Crown, and Connexa Capital also participated. The capital infusion coincides with Toothio's expansion into several … [More]
The Realities of Ransomware
Ransomware: It’s a term and many times part of committing fraud that many businesses have become all too familiar with in recent years. A form of malware, ransomware is used by bad actors to infiltrate a company’s IT platforms and essentially hold their systems, stolen data or both until payment is made by the company to the perpetrator. Access to company IT systems and stolen … [More]
