Tempe plans to transform the newly-purchased Food City Plaza in north Tempe into a dynamic housing and shopping hub that brings together mixed-income housing, a grocery store and a police station to meet wide-ranging community needs. Tempe bought the center as part of its broad Affordable Housing Strategy and Hometown for All initiative, designed to accelerate the growth of … [More]
New Housing and Community Hub Planned for North Tempe
Investment aims to expand affordable housing to meet community needs
DOE Grants $70M to Help Strengthen APS Smart Grid with New Technology
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Grid Deployment Office announced it has awarded Arizona Public Service Company (APS) two grants, totaling $70 million, for projects to strengthen smart grid resilience, expand wildfire prevention and mitigation measures and help meet customers’ growing energy needs. The funds are part of the DOE’s Grid Resilience and Innovation Partnerships … [More]
New Poll Shows Arizonans Demand Action on Increasing Access, Affordability to Education and Training After High School
Education Forward Arizona, as part of its Everything to Gain campaign, unveiled a new poll in an ongoing study regarding the state of attainment of education and training after high school. The results show that Arizonans overwhelmingly support specific policy actions from leaders and lawmakers to increase support and resources to help Arizonans attain a degree or certificate. … [More]
Sprouts Farmers Market to Open 49th Arizona Location
Sprouts Farmers Market, one of the fastest-growing retailers in the country, has announced it will open a new store in Phoenix, Arizona on Friday, October 25, located at 9824 W. McDowell Rd. A ribbon cutting will take place Friday morning at 6:45 a.m. The doors to the store will open at 7 a.m. “We are excited to welcome another Sprouts Farmers Market to the Phoenix community! … [More]
New Retailers, Renovations, and Culinary Experiences Elevate Scottsdale Quarter
Following the announcement of its redevelopment plans, Scottsdale Quarter is excited to share the latest updates on the transformation of this premier shopping and dining destination. With recent reopenings, including the much-anticipated return of Etta, as well as the announcement of several new retailers, Scottsdale Quarter continues to set the stage for elevated retail and … [More]
Scottsdale-Based Compliance and Audit Management Platform Acquired by Pharmacy Tech Co.
Bluesight, the leading provider of Medication Intelligence™ solutions for health systems and hospital pharmacies, announced the acquisition of Sectyr, a top-tier compliance and audit management platform. This acquisition expands Bluesight's portfolio to include robust 340B audit and compliance tools in response to growing demand from its customers. Sectyr is recognized for its … [More]
Phoenix-Based Franchise Expands Out of State with First Donut Shop in Colorado
Desert Donuts, the Arizona-based dessert shop specializing in cooked-to-order cake donuts, proudly announces the grand opening of its first franchise location in Greenwood Village, Colorado, on October 5, 2024. This milestone follows the company's decision to offer franchise opportunities in February 2024. The Colorado franchisee team, led by Justin Daigle, Vanessa Daigle, and … [More]
Goodyear Dealership Invests in EV Infrastructure, Training, and Innovative Models to Meet Growing Demand
Yates Buick GMC, a cornerstone of the Phoenix metropolitan automotive community, is reinforcing its commitment to the future of electric vehicles (EVs) by continuing to stay ahead in the EV transition. Over the past year, the dealership has made significant strides in preparing for General Motors' (GM) all-electric future, investing in infrastructure, staff training, and new EV … [More]
SRP Partners with City of Tempe on Commercial Water-Saving Rebates
SRP announced today a contribution of $10,000 per year or $50,000 over five years to financially support the City of Tempe’s Non-Residential Landscape Conversion Rebate program. SRP is also contributing $10,000 per fiscal year or $50,000 over five years to the city’s Cooling Tower Rebate program for non-residential customers. The Non-Residential Landscape … [More]
131 Acres of Designated Industrial Development Acquired in Buckeye
The First West Valley Site Purchased Since Record $138 Million Data Center Deal
Arizona Land Consulting, the Valley’s leading, female-owned real estate consulting firm, announced today it has closed on a $20 million acquisition in Buckeye, Ariz. Located on west Southern Ave. and south Rooks Road, the 131 acres of land is zoned for industrial purposes. Equipped with a Certificate of Assured Water Supply allows this prime piece of real estate to be … [More]
Construction Co. Begins Shell Construction Project of New K-8 School for Saint Thomas the Apostle in Phoenix
Wespac Construction Inc. is excited to announce the upcoming construction of a new 76,652 SF academic facility, set to enhance the existing campus of Saint Thomas the Apostle, located on 24th Street between Camelback Road and Campbell Avenue in Phoenix. The current facilities, originally built in the 1950s, have aged and are struggling to meet the needs of the expanding … [More]
Scottsdale-Based Master-Planned Community Developer Expands Homebuilding Division
Symmetry Companies, a Scottsdale-based master-planned community developer specializing in luxury residential neighborhoods featuring private golf clubs, today announced the first market expansion of its homebuilding division, Symmetry Homes, with the launch of new semi-custom homes at Talking Rock Ranch in Prescott, along with the opening of a downtown sales … [More]
First Decline in Metro Phoenix Office Vacancy Rates in Five Years
The Phoenix Office of JLL has released its Q3 2024 Phoenix Office Market Dynamics report, noting a continued stabilization in the local office sector with vacancy rates decreasing, the sublease market showing positive trends and rental rates on the rebound. The total metro Phoenix office market vacancy rate decreased by 10 basis points during the third quarter to 25.1%. This … [More]
Arizona Board of Regents Prioritizes Student Mental Health with New Well-Being Workgroup
The Arizona Board of Regents is expanding its focus on student well-being by broadening the scope of the Student Food and Housing Workgroup to address mental health and well-being. This action, announced at the September board meeting, is a proactive step in ABOR’s commitment to prioritizing student well-being. “While our universities already offer strong student health and … [More]
Newly Renovated Behavioral Health Center Opens New Location in Phoenix
Cornerstone Healing Center, Arizona’s premier mental health and substance abuse treatment center, announces the opening of its new location in West Phoenix. The newly renovated, 15,000-square-foot facility will provide Intensive Outpatient Programs along with optional supportive housing for those who qualify. “We’re committed to making mental health and substance abuse … [More]
Chicago Developer Brings Luxury Condominiums to Scottsdale’s ‘New Luxury Corridor’
Belgravia Group, Chicago’s award-winning real estate development firm with more than 75 years of luxury projects constructed under its brand, has announced its second North Scottsdale development, Atavia. The project has received Scottsdale Design Review Board (DRB) approval and follows the rapid and successful sell-out of its first North Scottsdale project, Portico. Atavia … [More]
Republic Services Launches Tool to Help Businesses Improve Sustainable Practices
Circularity, the concept of maintaining the value and use of materials as long as possible to minimize waste and resource consumption, is critical for businesses to reduce their environmental impact and achieve sustainability goals. Republic Services, Inc., a leader in the environmental services industry, today launched the Circularity Index, a no-cost online tool to help … [More]
Banner MD Anderson Opens New East Valley Infusion Clinic for Cancer Patients
Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center at Canyon Springs, an outpatient clinic at Banner Gateway Medical Center, opened in Gilbert. Previously a surgery center, the clinic has been re-created for cancer patients needing infusion treatments, but who are healthy enough to not need chemotherapy. The new clinic is on the Banner Gateway campus, which includes Banner MD Anderson Cancer … [More]
