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Scottsdale-Based Coffee Chain Continues Rapid Expansion

Black Rock Coffee Bar, an Arizona-based boutique coffee shop, is expanding into northern Arizona with two new locations. The first, in Prescott Valley, opens on Friday, July 31 at 6272 E. Second St., just off State Route 69. A Sedona location at 80 Posse Ground Road, on the north side of State Route 89A, will follow this summer, marking the brand’s first-ever store … [More]

Global Industrial Gas Supplier to Invest $1B in Arizona Facility

Linde announced that it has been awarded a new long-term agreement to supply ultra-high-purity industrial gases to one of the world’s largest semiconductor manufacturers. The agreement will support the expansion of the customer’s semiconductor manufacturing complex in Phoenix, Arizona. Linde will invest $1 billion to expand its existing on-site industrial gases … [More]

Valley Family Housing Nonprofit Appoints New Chief Executive

Family Promise of Greater Phoenix, a nonprofit serving families with children experiencing homelessness or a housing crisis in the Valley, has appointed Pamela Hyde as its new Chief Executive Officer. Hyde brings nearly 25 years of nonprofit leadership experience advancing organizations dedicated to strengthening families, protecting children, and serving vulnerable … [More]

Major West Valley Development Names Main Street Developer

FIVE NORTH at VISTANCIA has reached a significant milestone with the selection of Scottsdale-based Lyfe Companies to develop its first phase of the main street retail and restaurant corridor, signaling continued momentum for the next major mixed-use hot spot destination in the far North Peoria/West Valley area. Vistancia Development LLC has entered into a contract … [More]

Valley Architecture Firm Marks Milestone Year with New Headquarters

triARC architecture & design has three powerful reasons to celebrate in 2026: the move into its newly renovated headquarters at 3333 E. Indian School Road, the firm's 20th anniversary, and Principal Owner Jill Hamblen's 33rd year of practicing architecture. The Phoenix-based architecture and design firm officially moved into its new home on June 15, marking a … [More]

AI Counter-Drone Platform Advances to Flight Testing in Mesa

ZenaTech, Inc., a technology solution provider specializing in AI drone, Drone as a Service (DaaS), enterprise SaaS, and Quantum Computing solutions, announced that its ZenaDrone subsidiary has commenced the initial flight testing phase of its Interceptor P-1, the Company’s low-cost, one-way autonomous counter-drone platform designed to physically intercept hostile … [More]

Phoenix Named Permanent Home of SEMICON West

SEMI, the global industry association serving the semiconductor and electronics design and manufacturing supply chain, announced that Arizona will become the long-term home of SEMICON West, with a new annual spring schedule beginning March 30–April 1, 2027, at the Phoenix Convention Center in Phoenix, Arizona. SEMICON West made a record-setting debut in Arizona … [More]

Prominent Valley Casino Operator Makes Historic CEO Appointment

Salt River Community Gaming Enterprises announced the appointment of Patricia Tate as President and Chief Executive Officer, effective August 1, 2026. An enrolled member of the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community, Tate becomes the first woman and first enrolled tribal member to serve as CEO of the Gaming Enterprises. She steps into the organization’s top … [More]

Veteran Publisher Returns with Bold Vision for Expansion, Community Leadership and the Launch of a New Public Policy Institute

InMedia Company announced the return of Rick McCartney as Chief Executive Officer and President following a year-long leave of absence during which he sought to represent Arizona's First Congressional District in the U.S. House of Representatives. While his Primary campaign did not make it through to the General Election, McCartney's message of practical solutions, … [More]

Berkshire Takes Taylor Morrison Private in $8.5B Deal

Berkshire Hathaway Inc. and Taylor Morrison announced the completion of Berkshire Hathaway's acquisition of Taylor Morrison for $72.50 per common share in cash, representing a total equity value for Taylor Morrison of approximately $6.8 billion and total enterprise value of approximately $8.5 billion. Under Berkshire, Taylor Morrison will continue to be led by CEO … [More]

What Great Managers Do Before Problems Escalate

I have spent more than 25 years training managers at companies like Pfizer, Deloitte and Amway, and if I had to name the one skill that separates managers who grow from managers who stall, it would be this: the willingness to have the conversation they are dreading. Every manager has one. The team member who keeps missing deadlines. The high performer whose … [More]

Their Take: Arizona Employers Could Feel Ripple Effects of Immigration Enforcement

a Intensified immigration enforcement would not create more job opportunities for U.S.-born Arizonans. It would eliminate thousands of them while weakening businesses, household finances, and local economies across the state, according to a new analysis from the Immigration Research Initiative. The analysis models the effects of ICE arresting 1% of immigrants … [More]

Arizona’s $109-Billion-Year: A Record-Setting FY2026

Fiscal Year 2026 (FY26) marked the most successful year for economic development in Arizona’s history. During the 12‑month period ending June 30, 2026, the Arizona Commerce Authority and local economic development partners worked with companies that committed to creating 26,225 projected new Arizona jobs and investing more than $109 billion into communities statewide … [More]

Data Centers in the Desert: W(h)ater You Worried About?

As data center development expands across the Phoenix region, questions about water use have moved quickly from engineering discussions to the center of public conversation. For an industry built on reliability and efficiency, the challenge is clear: How can digital infrastructure scale responsibly in one of the most water-conscious regions in the United States? Few … [More]

Artificial Intelligence Is Powerful – But It Cannot Replace a Lawyer’s Judgment

Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming the practice of law. From drafting contracts to analyzing discovery, AI tools can complete in minutes what once took hours. For businesses under pressure to move quickly and control costs, the appeal is obvious. But as powerful as these tools are, they cannot replace one essential component of legal representation: … [More]

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Passport to Latin American Cuisine at The Mission Gilbert

Nestled in Epicenter at Agritopia, Chef Matt Carter’s acclaimed Latin-inspired restaurant transforms the midday meal into an experience rooted in bold flavor, warm hospitality and connection. What many don’t realize is that The Mission’s celebrated dinner energy carries seamlessly into lunch service, where guests can enjoy the restaurant’s signature sophistication … [More]

Heat-Blocking Technology for Arizona Vehicles and Buildings

As Arizona heads into another summer of triple-digit temperatures, protecting vehicles and homes and workplaces from extreme heat has become less about luxury and more about practicality. That’s according to Rogue Films, a Scottsdale-based company specializing in automotive protection and residential and commercial window tinting. Founder Matthew Stecker says many … [More]

2026 Porsche Taycan 4 Cross Turismo

The Porsche Taycan 4 Cross Turismo takes the Taycan formula and makes it more usable without stripping out what gives the car its appeal in the first place. It still has the immediate response and planted feel expected from a Porsche product, but the Cross Turismo body changes the assignment. More rear cargo room, added ride height, and standard all-wheel drive make … [More]