Banner Estrella Medical Center began a major construction project to expand and enhance its services in the west Phoenix area. Construction has begun to add 36 licensed beds, with the new spaces expected to open to the public by June 2026. The $37 million expansion project includes building out additional space in the operating room and expanding the women and infant service … [More]
Global Sports Brand Expands Automated Fulfillment in Glendale
AutoStore and systems integrator Bastian Solutions have once again partnered with global sports brand PUMA. They announced an expansion of their strategic collaboration by implementing the AutoStore system at a new distribution center in Glendale, Arizona. With this new facility, PUMA aims to increase daily order fulfillment from 100,000 to 200,000, enhancing speed, efficiency, … [More]
Franchisee Answers Demand for More Phoenix Area Restaurants
Hawaiian Bros is debuting a new island-inspired franchise location in Phoenix, Ariz. This is the fifth location to be opened in Phoenix by Stine Enterprises under their recent franchisee agreement. To celebrate, Hawaiian Bros is hosting a grand opening celebration at its new location in Phoenix, Ariz. (4445 E. Thomas Rd., at the cross of 44th St.) on Monday, November 25 at … [More]
Arizona Utilities Plan to Join Markets+ to Strengthen Grid Reliability and Resilience
Customers to benefit from more savings, greater resource diversity and expanded transmission pathways
Arizona Public Service (APS), Salt River Project (SRP), Tucson Electric Power and UniSource Energy Services announced plans to join Southwest Power Pool’s (SPP) Markets+, a day-ahead and real-time energy market that is anticipated to span through the northwest, southwest and mountain west regions of the U.S. The new market is expected to bring enhanced reliability and savings … [More]
Theater Purchases First Residence to House Performers, Artisans
Arizona Broadway Theatre, currently in its 20th season, recently purchased a residence in Peoria, Ariz., to house out-of-town directors, designers, performers and apprentices. This is the first purchase of its type for the nonprofit organization. The nine-bedroom, four-bathroom facility with a casita and kitchenette on the property, is located at 12460 N. 74th Ln., Peoria, AZ … [More]
Investor Home Purchases Plateau after a Pandemic-Era Rollercoaster Ride, Phoenix Fared OK
Real estate investors purchased 2.3% fewer homes in the third quarter than they did a year earlier, according to a new report from Redfin, the technology-powered real estate brokerage. The small size of the change is notable because it comes after four years of huge swings driven by the wild pandemic-era housing market. For instance, investor purchases surged as much as 144% … [More]
Over-The-Top Car Show Gears Up for 4th Annual Arizona Show, Dec. 7
Following record-setting shows in Los Angeles, Dallas-Fort Worth, West Palm Beach, New Jersey, Atlanta and overseas in Tokyo, Japan, FuelFest is set to open gates for their 4th annual show in the Phoenix Valley, at the Westworld of Scottsdale on Saturday, December 7th. Gates for the event open to the public from 1-8pm. Admission tickets start at $35 per person and kids 12 and … [More]
World’s Largest Classic Car Sales Co. Joins the $500M Peoria Place Master Plan
Greystar, a global leader in the investment, development and management of institutional-quality commercial real estate, has signed a lease with Gateway Classic Cars, representing its first tenant commitment at the three-building, Class A Caliber by Greystar industrial development in Peoria, Arizona. Under the lease, Gateway Classic Cars of Scottsdale will occupy 43,809 square … [More]
Built-to-Rent Single-Family Home Community Fills Need for West Valley Luxury Rental Housing
Phoenix-based Curve Development announced today the Nov. 23 opening of Cyrene at Skyline, a new build-to-rent single family home community in the West Valley that fills the needs for luxury rental living with the privacy of a single family home. Located in Waddell, Ariz., about 30 miles west of downtown Phoenix and conveniently located next to Luke Air Force Base, Cyrene at … [More]
Best U.S. Airports for Travelers: Phoenix Sky Harbor Ranks Second
New research into the factors contributing to an enjoyable airport experience for travelers has revealed a ranking of the best large hub airports in the US –with Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport ranked second. The study by the online casino website Nieuwe Casino analyzed various reviews, facilities, and Google search volumes of the 31 busiest airports in the US … [More]
68,000-SF Medical Center Breaks Ground in Gilbert
Construction starts on Celebration Medical Center amid growth in the East Valley
The groundbreaking ceremony took place on Wednesday for Celebration Medical Center, a new 68,000-sq.-ft. Class A medical office development in Gilbert, Ariz., led by development firm Okland Capital. CBRE is marketing the facility for lease. "We are thrilled to break ground on this highly anticipated project in the heart of the Mercy Gilbert Medical Corridor. This development … [More]
Extensive Public Art Program Unveiled at Park Central’s New Hotels
The new hotels at Park Central have an eye-catching surprise for visitors — artwork reflecting Arizona’s natural landscape and the bioscience community at the PHOENIX MEDICAL QUARTER. The artwork is part of an overall focus at Park Central on making art and culture an important part of the property’s revitalization. The developers of the new hotels teamed with artstudio 1.0.1, … [More]
Groundbreaking of Verrado Marketplace, Unveils Expanded List of Restaurants and Retailers
Vestar, the largest privately held shopping center owner and manager in the western United States, has officially broken ground on Verrado Marketplace, the West Valley's next generation shopping center. In a ceremony attended by city leaders, developers, retailers, and community partners on Wednesday, November 20th, attendees heard remarks from Buckeye Mayor Eric Orsborn, … [More]
Consumers Plan to Spend Big This Holiday Season
JLL’s 2024 Holiday Shopping Report reveals that budgets will surge by more than 30% this holiday season
Driven by cooling inflation and the revival of physical storefronts, consumer spending habits will see significant shifts this holiday season compared to 2023, according to JLL’s 2024 Holiday Shopping Survey. After surveying over 1,000 consumers to understand how, when, and where shoppers plan to spend their dollars this holiday season, JLL reveals an expected 31.7% uptick in … [More]
SBA Arizona Reminds Us to Shop Locally for Small Business Saturday, Nov. 30
Please join our community in celebrating November 30, 2024, as Small Business Saturday. It is a day to celebrate and support small businesses and all they do for our communities. When our dollars stay in our community, we all help small businesses thrive and prosper.. We look forward to seeing small businesses engage in acts of celebration, sharing, and creating an even … [More]
ASU and Deca Technologies Selected to Lead $100M SHIELD USA Project to Strengthen U.S. Semiconductor Packaging Capabilities
The National Institute of Standards and Technology — part of the U.S. Department of Commerce — announced today that it plans to award as much as $100 million to Arizona State University and Deca Technologies for the SHIELD USA initiative. The project will drive innovation in the domestic microchip packaging ecosystem, expand capacity for domestic advanced packaging and help … [More]
How Self-Nurturing Therapy Can Make You a Better Leader: 7 Steps to Practice Now
Navigating leadership brings a unique set of challenges and opportunities. A young executive, Sarah, faced complaints from her team who described her as dismissive and devaluing. She was initially blindsided and defensive yet, as do excellent leaders, she focussed on improvement — learning that how leaders make people feel is essential to retention, culture and, ultimately, … [More]
European Architecture Studio Räkkhaus Opens in Phoenix
Driven by a bold vision to redefine architecture, Jordan Taylor, Jason Merck, and Zac Cohen have launched Räkkhaus, a dynamic architectural firm in downtown Phoenix. Led by Principal Architect Sean Ragudo, Räkkhaus focuses on immersing itself in local culture, history, and social narratives. Räkkhaus aims to ensure that every design is not only groundbreaking but also deeply … [More]
