U.S. News & World Report, the global authority in education rankings, today announced the 2024 Best High Schools rankings. The rankings evaluate nearly 18,000 eligible public high schools at the national, state and local level. Five new schools in the top 10: Riverside Stem Academy (CA), International Academy (MI), Julia R. Masterman Secondary School (PA), Gwinnett … [More]
Nearly 40% of Homeowners Couldn’t Afford Their Home if They Were to Buy It Today
Nearly two of every five (38%) homeowners don’t believe they could afford to buy their own home if they were purchasing it today, according to a new report from Redfin, the technology-powered real estate brokerage. This is based on a Redfin-commissioned survey of roughly 3,000 U.S. residents conducted by Qualtrics in February 2024. Nearly three in five (59%) homeowners … [More]
Arizona Wins $156M Clean Energy Grant to Expand Access to Low-Cost Energy Options
The Governor’s Office of Resiliency (OOR) was awarded $156 million from the EPA’s Solar for All grant program to improve access to rooftop and neighborhood-scale solar generation for all Arizonans. The Solar for All Arizonans program plans to deploy just over 61 MW of new solar resources throughout the state, benefitting thousands of low-income families, renters, and rural and … [More]
To the Point: One Effortless Practice That Will Make You a Better Leader
It is shirt but sweet. Listening is a vital skill for every leader. If you want to effectively guide an organization, you need to know the dreams, fears, and frustrations of your stakeholders. You must also be willing to hear the pitfalls to your proposed approach. Unfortunately, listening does not come naturally to most of us. We would much rather hear ourselves talk than … [More]
Local Real Estate Co. Announces Zero Commission Initiative for First-Time Homebuyers
72SOLD is excited to announce it is poised to help hundreds of first-time homebuyers across the state of Arizona with the launch of its zero commission initiative, the “72SOLD Companion Buyer Program”. Recently, Gov. Katie Hobbs approved the “Arizona is Home Mortgage Assistance Program” to help approximately 500 first-time Arizona homebuyers with down payment and interest rate … [More]
Arizona Bioscience Growth Continues, Sets Record Highs
Arizona’s bioscience sector has continued its sustained advancement over the past two years and established record highs for several performance metrics, at growth rates often outpacing the nation, according to the latest data analysis commissioned by the Flinn Foundation. Arizona reached record highs in National Institutes of Health funding, bioscience jobs and wages, … [More]
Construction Co. Launched to Enhance Local Infrastructure Development
The Mangat Group announced the launch of Mangat Construction, a new company dedicated to delivering specialized underground utility services to developers throughout Arizona. Identifying a critical need for enhanced infrastructure solutions, Mangat Construction aims to provide comprehensive water systems, sewage facilities, and other essential services during the … [More]
Speakeasy Lounge Set to Open in Scottsdale by Longtime Restaurateurs
Cocktail connoisseurs and enthusiasts alike will soon have a new, unique lounge to imbibe thoughtfully created beverages in. The Goose is set to open on April 26 within the Mercado del Lago plaza adjacent to Crust Simply Italian at 8300 Hayden Road in Scottsdale. The Goose embodies the traits of a speakeasy and has been fully renovated and beautifully designed. Guests will … [More]
Chicago Developer Sells Out Its 112-Unit Luxury Condominium Development
Portico, the luxury condominium development in the Loop 101 and Scottsdale Road corridor, announced that it is sold out. The project took only one year from writing its first binding contract to sell all of its 112 units. Portico is award-winning developer Belgravia Group’s first project in the Scottsdale market. The nine-building community features one- through four-bedroom … [More]
Bank Leads Way in Affordable Housing Financing, Unlocking Access to Homes in Arizona
FirstBank, one of the nation’s largest privately held banks with a focus on "banking for good," has financed over $500 million in affordable housing developments since 2020. The bank recently launched Unlocking Arizona, a content series showcasing developments that expand affordable housing in the state. “This represents our commitment to increasing attainable housing … [More]
Nonprofit Retail Partnership Celebrated 10-Year Anniversary of In-Store Fundraiser
Boys & Girls Clubs of The Valley (BGCAZ) and local Ross Stores Associates joined forces for a grand celebration of Ross' 10th annual "Help Local Kids Thrive" in-store fundraiser which raised more than $96,000 to support local Club kids. Boys & Girls Clubs of the Valley and Ross Stores celebrated Ross' 10th annual "Help Local Kids Thrive" … [More]
Ambitious Zero-Waste-to-Landfill Achievement for Communications Co. on Earth Day
Cox has announced the achievement of its ambitious goal to send Zero Waste to Landfill by 2024. Cox is the first U.S.-based, enterprise-wide service company to be verified by GreenCircle Certified as achieving a 92% waste diversion rate. This achievement meets Zero Waste USA’s definition of a zero-waste business. "When our Chairman Emeritus Jim Kennedy set us on the path to … [More]
Scottsdale Arts Celebrates 25 Years of Visions with ‘Visions ’24’ Exhibition
Scottsdale Arts Learning & Innovation, a department of the nonprofit Scottsdale Arts, will exhibit “Visions ’24” to highlight the skills, inspirations and ideas exchanged between high school students and professional teaching artists over the course of 2023–24 Visions program. The newest exhibition opens on May 10 and will remain on display through Sept. 22 at … [More]
Arcosanti’s Two Clay Pit-Firing Weekend Workshops Begin Saturday
Arcosanti is pleased to announce two clay pit-firing weekend workshops this spring. The first workshop will take place Saturday, April 20 and Sunday, April 21. The second runs from Saturday, May 18 to Sunday, May 19. Each two-day workshop allows participants to learn an ancient form of firing pottery that uses natural materials and requires no gas or electricity. Timeline is … [More]
Credit Union Expands Access to Competitive Auto Loans for Arizonans through Partnership
Open Lending Corporation, an automotive lending enablement and risk analytics solutions for financial institutions, was recently selected by OneAZ Credit Union as their lending enablement solution for automotive loans. The partnership will help OneAZ expand access to auto loans for underserved populations of Arizona while also protecting the assets of its members with deposits … [More]
California Brand Retailer Moves Shop, Expands Boutique
California-based brand Johnny Was is set to move locations within Scottsdale’s Fashion Square. Known for its distinctive blend of bohemian elegance and effortless style, Johnny Was brings a thoughtfully curated collection in a gorgeous open-air setting. Upon entering guests will be greeted with floral hand-painted floor-to-ceiling murals by artist Christopher Lord. The … [More]
WEBINAR – May 14: Understanding the Small State Business Credit Initiative for Arizona Businesses
UPCOMING SESSIONS Join us for an Arizona Small Business Boot Camp! Understanding the Small State Business Credit Initiative for Arizona Businesses 05/14/2023 | 9:00 AM The State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI) in Arizona is a program for Socially Economically Disadvantaged Individuals (SEDI) and Very Small Businesses (VSBs) to help secure debt or … [More]
WEBINAR – May 7: Successfully Navigating the Corporate Transparency Act
UPCOMING SESSIONS Join us for an Arizona Small Business Boot Camp! Successfully Navigating the Corporate Transparency Act 5/7/2024 | 9:00 AM Join Snell & Wilmer attorney Travis Atwood to learn more about the CTA’s filing requirements and deadlines in order to successfully navigate this new system and avoid the possible civil and criminal penalties that … [More]
