Tired of the typical takeout? MIXT is officially bringing back its locally sourced farm-fresh salads, market plates, and sandwiches for takeaway, curbside pickup, and delivery at Scottsdale Quarter on Monday, April 20 and with its reopening brings a new community based initiative to give back to those fighting on the frontlines during the current global health … [More]
Local Groups Band Together to Produce Restaurant Reopening Guide
Eateries across the state are starting to reopen their doors today, and while many have approached this moment with great anticipation, others remain concerned about retooling their practices, maintaining a safe environment and otherwise prioritizing public safety. That’s why full-service agency AWE Collective, KIND Hospitality and Local First Arizona have joined forces to … [More]
App Offers Free, 60-Minute Support Session with Mental Health Experts to Frontline Workers
Being a frontline worker during this pandemic is scary and dangerous, and many of those fighting COVID-19 are having their own bouts with anxiety, fear, helplessness, anger and more. As a way of showing appreciation, and recognizing the mental health needs of those on the frontlines, Lyf, the recently launched app that is the world’s largest virtual support group, today … [More]
95% of Small Businesses Fall Short of Meeting Goals, yet 77% Are Confident in Their Ability to Execute
Just 5% of small business owners report achieving all their business goals in the past 12 months, according to a new survey from Clutch, a B2B ratings and reviews platform. Clutch found that although 95% of small businesses fall short of meeting their goals, 77% are somewhat or very confident in their ability to execute their strategy. "I think the best goals are … [More]
Arizona Homebuilder’s New Concept Opens Doors to New Homes Faster
Homebuyers with a tight timeline don’t have to give up the dream of owning a brand new home. Fulton Homes has two innovative ways to skip the line, forego the time and get keys in hands without delay. Through the Fulton Fast program, Move-In Ready and Quick Move-In home options can satisfy desire for a newly built home and relieve buyers of the stress related to construction … [More]
Beloved Mexican Restaurant Reopening, Donating 500 Meals to Food Banks & Essential Workers
While Gov. Doug Ducey gave Arizona eateries the all-clear to reopen this week, the team at Macayo’s is taking a few extra days to make final preparations. Macayo’s Mexican restaurants will resume in-person operations statewide starting Monday, May 18. While guests should expect to see social distancing measures in place, they can rest assured that the menu and service … [More]
Arizona Motor Vehicle Division Makes Changes and Adapts
Recent weeks have seen a lot of changes for the ADOT Motor Vehicle Division. The biggest change was a welcome upgrade of the computer operating system. The obsolete platform that had served for more than three decades has been replaced by one that is state-of-the-art. The new system is far more flexible, adds many more service options online and makes sure those services … [More]
Top Restaurants Enhance Stringent Safety, Require Reservations upon Reopening
Dominick’s Steakhouse, Steak 44 and Ocean 44 are thrilled to safely and warmly welcome the return of staff and guests into all of its dining rooms starting on Monday, May 11th at 4PM. For the comfort and enjoyment of guests, the Valley’s favorite family of steak and seafood restaurants have enhanced their existing stringent safety and sanitation protocols. Including … [More]
Law Firm Grants Request to Food Bank in Response to Pandemic
Desert Mission Food Bank is facing critical shortages due to Covid-19 pandemic and reached out to Jaburg Wilk with an emergency funding request. For years, Jaburg Wilk employees have volunteered at Desert Mission Food Bank helping sort, box, pack foods and help food bank clients shop for food. However, since food from restaurants evaporated and food from grocery stores has … [More]
The Maricopa Community Colleges Are 3D Printing PPE For Medical Workers
The Maricopa Community Colleges in collaboration with the Healthcare Education Department and the Maricopa Community Colleges Foundation, are using 3D printers for manufacturing and donating Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). PPE will be delivered to healthcare providers and first responders across the Valley to bring relief to the Arizona community and assist those in need … [More]
BBB Seeking Nominations for Annual ‘Torch Awards for Ethics’ Program
Better Business Bureau Serving the Pacific Southwest (BBB) is seeking public nominations to recognize companies as part of the annual Torch Awards for Ethics program. The event celebrates businesses that positively impact the community, keeping ethics and integrity at the forefront of operations. Now is an especially important time to highlight businesses that take strides … [More]
Nonprofit Partners with Valley Restaurants to Feed Hungry, Support Local Business
The COVID-19 pandemic required the Society of St. Vincent de Paul (SVdP) to completely shift its service model, presenting a unique opportunity to connect people who need food with those who have food but need customers. SVdP has partnered with 14 local food businesses to purchase pre-packaged meals at a discounted price. Those meals are served to-go style at each of the … [More]
Six Steps to the Right Remote Help Desk Solution
In the future, more and more people will work from home. In fact, in Germany, a new law has been proposed that could establish home office options as an employee right. The tricky thing is that employees in their own home generally have no onsite IT support. So if technical problems occur, a loss of productivity can quickly result. Unless the companies have provided a remote … [More]
WEBINAR: Helping Employees Maintain Mental Health While Working from Home
Poms & Associates, a full-service, independent insurance brokerage and risk management firm, today announced the availability of a free educational webinar about mental health best practices that employers, managers and supervisors can relay to their employees while working remotely during the COVID-19 pandemic. Part of Poms & Associates’ series of webinars about … [More]
Partnership Delivers Clean Drinking Water to Vulnerable Communities in Arizona
Resolution Copper is partnering with the Mesa Chamber of Commerce and the United Food Bank to provide more than 50,000 cans of safe, clean drinking water to vulnerable communities in Arizona. The days of triple-digit temperatures are here, while government officials are saying this will be a difficult summer for heat relief. This water will provide underserved and rural … [More]
Senior Living Nonprofit Gets $50,000 Donation from Arizona Bank
FSL (Foundation for Senior Living) is pleased to announce BOK Financial Arizona has donated $50,000 to the nonprofit’s COVID-19 relief efforts. Once the stay-at-home order went into effect, FSL shifted many programs to serve seniors and adults with disabilities at home instead of at a senior center or Adult Day Health Center. Their expenses went up by at least 25 percent to … [More]
Fat Ox, The Mission and Zinc Bistro to Reopen for Carryout on May 1
Starting tomorrow, Friday, May 1, Chef Matt Carter is proud to announce he's reopening his collection of award-winning local restaurants, Fat Ox, The Mission and Zinc Bistro for curbside carryout. Launching today for pre-orders via phone (with online ordering coming soon), Fat Ox and The Mission in downtown Scottsdale will be open daily for lunch and dinner from noon to 8pm, … [More]
Work Program Opening in Valley to Help Displaced Workers
A New Leaf is launching Work$ Ready, a new program designed to help people sharpen their skills. With unprecedented unemployment and financial hardship devastating our community, this new and innovative program will help households find new employment. "As the enormity of job losses becomes clear, we've been looking for ways to help communities most impacted,” says Sherry … [More]
