The Picklr, the fast-growing indoor pickleball franchise, headquartered in Kaysville, Utah, announced that their Tempe, AZ club will celebrate its grand opening in the fall of 2024. The Tempe club will be the first of three locations in the East Valley area, with other locations being announced at later dates. The 26,000 sq ft Picklr will feature eight indoor courts, including … [More]
Valley Law Firm Creates Powerhouse Liquor Licensing Practice
Burch & Cracchiolo, P.A. continues to expand its Phoenix office with the addition of shareholder Ryan W. Anderson and associate attorney Shawn A. McCabe and a supporting staff of three essential employees. The duo will join the Firm effective May 1, 2024. Anderson and his team will join Burch & Cracchiolo attorney Jake D. Curtis to create the most experienced and high … [More]
Arizona Has the Highest Ranked Public High School in the Nation, Says U.S. News & World Report
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]
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]
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]
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]
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]
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]
Arizona Medical Device Co. Reveals Study Showing Greater Patient Outcomes with Use
Planatome, a medical device company that applies atomic-level polishing from the semiconductor industry to create advanced surgical blades that lead to better patient outcomes, announced a new study published in the Journal of Craniofacial Surgery. The study highlights the superior performance of Planatome blades in surgical procedures, particularly noting their ability to … [More]
Vermont-Based Ice Cream Giant Seeks Cannabis Justice Advocacy, Starting with Arizona
It's high time to do more about cannabis criminalization and the disproportionate way it continues to affect communities of color. This 4/20, nationally and locally lead with ACLU and AZ Justice Project, respectively, Ben & Jerry's is focused on one message: Legalization without justice is half baked. "To truly achieve cannabis justice, we have to ensure people are no … [More]
Homebuilder Closes on 90 Homesites for New Community in Mesa
Landsea Homes Corporation, a residential homebuilder, has closed on 90 homesites in Mesa, Arizona for a new community called Circlestone. “We’re excited to expand our presence in the city of Mesa with the closing of these 90 new homesites,” said Heather Cammiso, Arizona Division President, Landsea Homes. “Circlestone will provide both single-story and two-story home … [More]
Gilbert Industrial Complex Fills Up with eCommerce Operations for Fulfillment Co.
JLL announced today that it has completed a 40,415-square-foot lease for PipShip within ViaWest Group’s recently acquired six-building industrial portfolio in Gilbert, Arizona. With the addition of PipShip, the portfolio now sits at more than 98% occupied. PipShip will relocate its distribution and e-commerce operations from Tempe, Arizona, to 2075 W. Obispo Ave. in Gilbert, … [More]
New Luxury Apartments Open within Walking Distance from Goodyear Ballpark
Solace at Ballpark Village, Goodyear’s latest high-end community, is now open and accepting leasing applications. Located at 2445 S. Estrella Parkway, Solace at Ballpark Village offers one-, two- and three-bedroom apartment homes within walking distance of Goodyear Ballpark. Apartment home amenities include gourmet kitchens featuring quartz countertops and tile backsplash, … [More]
Terros Health Launches Outpatient Portable Pilot Program for the Homeless
They may look like a throwback to the ‘60s, but Terros Health’s two new colorfully decorated vans – affectionately named “Groovy” and “Disco” – are serving a vital role in providing much-needed physical and behavioral health care to racial and ethnic medically underserved individuals experiencing homelessness. The vans are part of a three-year, $2 million Outpatient Portable … [More]
