The Center for Digital Government (CDG) has named the city of Phoenix a 2021 Digital Cities Survey Winner for the '500,000 or More Population Category'. The 21st annual Digital Cities Survey examines the overall technology programs and plans of the city. It focuses on cybersecurity, digitization of services, data transparency, and community … [More]
Discount Tire Opens First Store in Maricopa, Siting Demand
Discount Tire, the world's largest independent retailer of tires and wheels, opened its first location in Maricopa to meet demand for tires and wheels in Pinal County. The new tire store is located at 20240 N John Wayne Pkwy next to the Dutch Bros Coffee. Hours of operation are 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday and 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday. Discount Tire is closed on … [More]
Nonprofit Mathematics Org. Celebrates Anniversary and Release of Complete IM K–12 Math Curriculum
Illustrative Mathematics (IM) celebrates two major milestones in 2021: its 10th anniversary and the nationwide release of the complete, standards-aligned IM K–12 Math curriculum certified by Illustrative Mathematics. IM was founded in 2011 at the University of Arizona and has operated as an independent 501(c)3 nonprofit organization since 2013. IM’s vision is to … [More]
Scottsdale-Based Real Estate Marketplace Platform Closes $170 Million Series B Funding
Lessen, the marketplace platform that unites property owners and service professionals to deliver property services better, faster and cheaper than ever before, today announced that it has closed a $170 million Series B funding round. The funding announcement comes along with a company valuation of over $1 billion. The Series B is being led by Fifth Wall with … [More]
