Governor Katie Hobbs announced that 141,000 more Arizonans have had their medical debt erased through her historic initiative to improve economic stability and health outcomes for working class Arizonans. To date this effort, which is a partnership between the Hobbs administration and the national nonprofit Undue Medical Debt, has eliminated $642 million in medical debt for … [More]
Expanding Moving Company Invests in 70,000SF North Phoenix HQ
Muscular Moving Men and M3 Commercial Moving & Logistics, two of the fastest-growing names in the moving industry, have been named honorees in the 2025 Best in Moving Awards, presented by SmartMoving. The recognition celebrates the top 200 moving companies across the U.S. and Canada for exceptional growth, leadership, and service. The announcement comes as the company … [More]
Court Ruling Clears Way for Ritz-Carlton Paradise Valley Villa Closings
Five Star Development announced that the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of Texas has entered a Final Villa Sales Order confirming clean, insurable title and full buyer protections for Villa sales at The Ritz-Carlton, Paradise Valley, The Palmeraie. The Court's Order establishes a clear, Court-approved framework for Villa closings and provides certainty to … [More]
New Logistics Park Targets Supplier Demand Near North Phoenix
ViaWest Group, in partnership with Barings, LLC, and Willmeng Construction, has officially broken ground on ReDiscover Logistics Park, an 808,448 square foot Class A industrial development in Phoenix’s Deer Valley submarket. Work is now underway on one of the most strategically positioned industrial parks in Greater Phoenix, with delivery anticipated in Q1 2027. ReDiscover … [More]
New SBA Credit Program Backs Early Manufacturing Expansion
The U.S. Small Business Administration announced it has approved its first round of 7(a) Manufacturers’ Access to Revolving Credit Loans – already delivering $3.5 million in working capital to four manufacturers. The loan program, launched just prior to the federal shutdown, is the first-ever SBA loan offering dedicated to manufacturers – designed to provide maximum flexibility … [More]
Maricopa Association of Governments Names New Executive Director
The Maricopa Association of Governments has named Audra Koester Thomas as its Executive Director, marking the first time in the agency’s history that a woman will lead the organization. Koester Thomas brings a decade of service to MAG, most recently serving as Assistant Executive Director and Chief of Staff. She assumes a two-year contract following the resignation of Ed … [More]
Phoenix Targets Economic Growth Through New Aviation Technologies
Over the past year, the City of Phoenix Aviation Department has studied how best to implement the next generation of aviation with the goal of establishing innovative advanced air mobility technologies in the city’s airport system. Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport is releasing a summary of the findings. Advanced air mobility is quickly developing as the next … [More]
Celebrity-Led Rooftop Restaurant Launches at Caesars Republic Scottsdale
Wolf by Vanderpump is officially open in Scottsdale. Lisa Vanderpump and HCW celebrated the highly anticipated debut of Wolf by Vanderpump Scottsdale at Caesars Republic Scottsdale, a Hilton Hotel, with a grand opening event on December 16, marking the brand's second Wolf by Vanderpump location. The exclusive grand opening celebration hosted by Lisa Vanderpump and … [More]
Phoenix-Based Crypto Financial Firm Added to Russell 2000
Fold Holdings, Inc., a bitcoin financial services company making it easy for individuals to earn, save, and spend bitcoin through everyday financial tools, announced its inclusion in the Russell 2000 Index. The Russell 2000 Index is composed of a diversified group of small-cap U.S. stocks and represents approximately 5-7% of the market capitalization of U.S. public equities. It … [More]
New Social Cruise Experience Set to Launch on Tempe Town Lake
Arizona Party Bike Founder Robert Mayer announced the launch of his newest venture, Tempe Boat Cruisin’, coming to Tempe Town Lake in January 2026. Developed in collaboration with the City of Tempe, the concept introduces a one-of-a-kind way for locals and visitors to experience the Valley’s only major urban lake through hosted, social cruises on the water. Tempe Boat … [More]
