Great Hearts Blossom Rock, opening Fall 2027, will bring nationally recognized, tuition-free classical education to the East Valley. Located in the community of Blossom Rock, near Eastmark, Great Hearts Blossom Rock will become Great Hearts 25th academy in Arizona, and welcome students in kindergarten through the elementary grades, with the potential to grow into upper grades … [More]
First Innovation Summit in Mesa Exceeds Expectations, Showcases Arizona’s Tech Momentum
Partnership for Economic Innovation, a passionate collective of business and community leaders dedicated to accelerating Arizona's economic opportunities, successfully hosted its inaugural Celebrating Innovation Summit on November 14 at Arizona State University's Media and Immersive Experience (MIX) Center in Mesa. Sponsored by ASU, City of Mesa, SRP, Empire Southwest, and … [More]
Key 8.9-Acre Site Sells in Buckeye’s Booming Jackrabbit Corridor
Kidder Mathews has brokered the $2,530,000 sale of an 8.9-acre commercial land parcel located at the southwest corner of Jackrabbit Trail and Encanto Boulevard in Buckeye, Arizona. Brian Rosella of Kidder Mathews represented the seller, Mountain States Exchange, LLC as Intermediary FBO La Familia Management, LLLP, in the exclusive listing assignment. The buyer was Rosemead … [More]
Arizona Breakfast Concept Hits 19 Locations with North Phoenix Opening
Local breakfast chain Over Easy is bringing its signature blend of modern diner fare and vibrant atmosphere to North Phoenix with the opening of its 19th location this weekend. Set to open its doors on Saturday, Dec. 6, 2025, the new restaurant is located at 2965 W. Dove Valley Rd. To celebrate, Over Easy will host a Welcome Weekend on Saturday, Dec. 6 and Sunday, Dec. 7, … [More]
Phoenix Law Firm Enters Texas Market with San Antonio Combination
Fennemore, one of the fastest-growing Am Law 200 firms in the country, is expanding into Texas by joining forces with Schmoyer Reinhard LLP, a women-owned litigation and labor and employment firm based in San Antonio. Effective December 1, 2025, the move marks Fennemore’s first significant presence in Texas and grows its national footprint to 23 offices nationwide. Texas … [More]
Industrial Developer Expands into Phoenix, Taps Veteran to Lead Southwest Growth
Constellation Real Estate Partners, an investor and developer of logistics properties, announced that it expanded into metro Phoenix by opening an office in Scottsdale located at 15169 N. Scottsdale Road. Since founding in 2021, Constellation Real Estate Partners has built a pipeline of 24 projects, totaling 12 million square feet across key Sunbelt logistics markets. Sven … [More]
Report: AI Improved Speed, Not Satisfaction, in 2025 Holiday Shopping
Artificial Intelligence surged throughout the 2025 holiday shopping season, but consumers remain divided on its impact. New data from the Liveops 2025 Holiday AI & Customer Service Report shows that nearly 8 in 10 consumers (78%) have used AI or automation for customer service this season, and 73% say they’ve relied on it more than last year. Yet despite its ubiquity, only … [More]
Franchise System Appoints New President to Drive Operational Expansion
Grasons, a leading franchise brand specializing in estate sales and business liquidation services, announced the appointment of Brandon Ciaccio as Brand President. Ciaccio previously served as Vice President of Operations for The Brothers That Just Do Gutters, an Evive Brands company, where he played a key role in operational growth, system innovation, and franchise … [More]
Make-A-Wish Partnership Flourishes with More Than $20M Raised in Last Decade
Make-A-Wish announced major milestone in its partnership with Dave & Buster's, raising over $20 million and granting more than 2,500 wishes since their collaboration began in 2012. Over the past decade, this impactful relationship has brought hope, strength, and joy to thousands of children with critical illnesses across the country. Dave & Buster's launched its … [More]
What Is an Employer’s Responsibility if an Employee Is Cited with a DUI?
Arizona has some of the strictest DUI laws in the nation, designed to deter impaired driving and reduce alcohol- and drug-related crashes. Despite these efforts, the state continues to see rising fatalities linked to impaired driving. December is recognized as National Impaired Driving Prevention Month, an initiative aimed at raising awareness during one of the deadliest times … [More]
Exhibition Uses Hands-On STEM to Spark Arizona’s Future Semiconductor Workforce
Semiconductor chips power everything, from Nintendo Switch games and TikTok videos to Mars rovers and virtual reality headsets, yet few understand how they work. That’s why ASM, a leading semiconductor equipment and process technology company, launched its "From Sand to Stars: A Semiconductor Adventure" exhibition at Arizona Science Center, which transforms the mysterious world … [More]
Credit Union Expands Midtown Presence amid Rapid Population Growth
Mountain America Credit Union is strengthening its commitment to Arizona with the opening of a significantly expanded branch at 302 E. McDowell Road in Phoenix. The new facility, more than double the size of the credit union’s other Arizona locations, has been designed to support the rapid economic and population growth occurring throughout the Valley while serving as a … [More]
Mesa-Based Tech Firm Regains Nasdaq Compliance Following Equity Rebound
Iveda®, a global provider of AI video analytics and smart infrastructure technologies, announced that the Company has received formal notification from Nasdaq confirming that it has regained full compliance with the minimum $2.5 million stockholders’ equity requirement as of November 25, 2025. This milestone achievement reinforces the Company’s commitment to operational … [More]
New Villas to Add Capacity and Specialized Care in Chandler as Senior Living Demand Rises
Park Senior Villas - Chandler, the newest senior living community among Park Senior Villas’ Arizona locations, is expanding its campus five years after its 2020 opening. Following significant occupancy growth, the community is breaking ground on an expansion that will add three new buildings to its campus, reflecting the strong demand for personalized senior care. Park Senior … [More]
Arizona Appoints Experienced Health Administrator to Lead State Agency
Governor Katie Hobbs announced the appointment of Debbie Johnston to lead the Arizona Department of Health Services. For the past 21 years, she has worked for the Arizona Hospital and Healthcare Association, focusing on policy development and regulatory affairs. During her tenure at AzHHA, Debbie served on various public health boards and committees at the Arizona Department of … [More]
Mesa Air Group Completes Merger with Major Regional Airline
Republic Airways Holdings Inc. announced the successful completion of the merger between Republic Airways and Mesa Air Group, Inc. The transaction was announced on April 7, 2025 and approved by Mesa stockholders on November 17, 2025. Under the terms of the merger agreement, Republic stockholders now own approximately 88% of the combined company’s common stock and Mesa … [More]
Fintech Firm Adds Cash-Automation Capabilities with Strategic Acquisition
Kinective, the leading banking operations platform provider that simplifies the technology financial institutions need to compete, thrive and better serve their communities, today announced its acquisition of Compuflex Corporation, a provider of transformative cash automation solutions with more than 40 years of specialized expertise serving financial, retail and gaming … [More]
Legacy Contractor Turns 65 and Doubles Down on Workforce and Tech
As Arizona’s construction season hits its stride, Hunter Contracting Co. is marking its 65th anniversary with a slate of high-impact projects that highlight its enduring role in shaping the state’s growth. The Gilbert-based contractor continues to expand its presence across Arizona, combining innovation, sustainability, and community partnership in every project it … [More]
