Wecom Fiber, an Arizona-based provider of fiber-to-the-premise broadband, has been awarded $195 million by the State of Arizona to connect rural and underserved communities with high-speed broadband. Wecom will utilize the funding, together with private matching dollars, to connect over 66,000 Arizona homes and businesses across 17 project areas and eight counties. The … [More]
Holiday Giving Tradition Returns with 11th Year of “100 Cheers” Week
First Western Bank is ringing in the holiday season with the launch of its 11th annual 100 Cheers week beginning Monday, December 8, 2025. Each year, this tradition brings employees together to create joy and connection throughout the communities First Western proudly serves. What began in 2014 as a celebration of the bank’s 50-year anniversary has evolved into a signature … [More]
Community Collaboration Brings Joy to Children in Foster Care ahead of the Holidays
More than 150 Southwest Gas employees partnered with The Foster Alliance to bring comfort and joy to children in foster care during a large-scale holiday volunteer event at the company’s Phoenix office. As part of Southwest Gas’ BLUE- Building Lives Up Everywhere employee volunteer program, Southwest Gas employees along with their families assembled 100 new bicycles and made … [More]
New Arizona Non-Alcoholic Brew Expands into Sprouts Ahead of Dry January
Rhinestone, the new Arizona-born line of alcohol-free brews built for both drinkers and non-drinkers, announced its retail partnership with Sprouts Farmers Market, rolling out its Mexican Lime six-pack across 47 Arizona stores starting January 2, 2026. The placement marks Rhinestone's first major entrance into off-premise retail and a milestone for the fast-growing NA beer … [More]
Direct Flights to Taipei Open a New Global Gateway for the Valley
China Airlines began nonstop service between Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport and Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) in Taipei, Taiwan with a celebration and gathering of dignitaries marking the first nonstop service between Phoenix and Asia. City of Phoenix officials and China Airlines Chairman Kao Shing-Hwang welcomed this historic flight with remarks about the … [More]
PR Agency Reaches 35-Year Milestone, Honoring Legacy of National and Local Service
Gordon C. James Public Relations, a veteran and family-owned and operated agency based in Arizona, is celebrating 35 years of delivering trusted communications, strategic counsel, and award-winning public relations services to clients across the state and nation. Gordon James officially opened his agency on Dec. 1, 1990, after serving in the administration of President George … [More]
Community Bank Unveils Art Advisory Service amid Region’s Rising Art Economy
Scottsdale Community Bank is elevating its client experience by launching an exclusive new art advisory service, a benefit rarely available at any bank level. By partnering with two of the city’s most respected art authorities, the bank now offers clients direct access to trusted expertise in acquiring, selling and curating fine art, which is a particularly valuable advantage … [More]
Thirteen Ways to Keep Your Customers Coming Back
You know that friend who's always there when you are in need? The one who shows up on time, follows through on promises, and genuinely cares about what's going on in your life? That's exactly what your business needs to be for your customers. Sure, those splashy marketing campaigns and point-collecting apps might turn some heads. But keeping customers? That's more like … [More]
Credit Union Extends Nearly $300K in Education Grants, Building on Two-Year Statewide Investment
Desert Financial Credit Union has renewed $292,500 in grants to 23 Arizona nonprofits for programs focused on education, marking the second year of a two-year grant cycle designed to help the organizations expand their impact. The funding continues a long-standing commitment to strengthening education, early childhood development and youth-support programs across the … [More]
Entrepreneur-Focused Commercial Bank Expands Arizona Leadership with New Regional President
Sunwest Bank is pleased to announce the appointment of Brian Barry as Senior Vice President and Arizona Regional President. In this role, Barry will oversee the development and management of banking relationships across the state, driving profitability, aligning with strategic goals, and advancing key policies. He will also lead cross-functional strategies to grow revenue in … [More]
