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Valley Bioscience Veteran Comes Out of Retirement to Launch Family Business

Glass Doctor Auto of North Central Phoenix is preparing to open, bringing a new locally owned auto glass business to the community under the ownership of one of the region's veteran pharmaceutical and bioscience leaders. Janet Spear, who spent three decades in pharmaceutical manufacturing in the Greater Phoenix area and served in leadership roles across Arizona's … [More]

Sprouts to Anchor Major Commercial Expansion in Goodyear’s Estrella

Common Bond Development Group, the developers behind some of the Southwest's most notable retail and hospitality projects, announced details for its latest commercial development: a premium, grocery-anchored shopping center in the master-planned community of Estrella in Goodyear, Arizona. Initiated to fill a retail void in the surrounding community, the project … [More]

Valley Pizza Staple Expands West with State Farm Stadium Restaurant

The Arizona Cardinals Football Club announced that Spinato's Pizzeria & Family Kitchen will become the new restaurant partner inside the BetMGM Sportsbook at State Farm Stadium, replacing Flanker Kitchen + Sports Bar. The new restaurant, located on the north end of the Great Lawn on the west side of State Farm Stadium, is scheduled to have its grand opening ahead … [More]

Arizona Delegation Heads to Korea to Build on $7B Semiconductor Investment

With surging economic momentum and record foreign direct investment, the Arizona Commerce Authority in partnership with the City of Peoria, Amkor, GPEC, and Opus, will lead an economic development delegation visit to the Republic of Korea on August 12-August 14, 2026. During the visit, the delegation will meet with leaders across government, business, and academia … [More]

Arizona Launches $1M Revolving Loan Fund for Brownfield Redevelopment

The Arizona Finance Authority announced the launch of a new Brownfields Revolving Loan Fund Program designated for projects focused on cleanup activities for environmentally contaminated sites. Funding for the program has been provided through a $1 million grant from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), which will be loaned to qualifying applicants to … [More]

Phoenix-Born Wellness Dining Concept Continues National Expansion

True Food Kitchen, the chef-crafted restaurant and lifestyle brand known for its fresh ingredient-forward menu and full-day dining experience opened its doors at 1755 29th St, Suite 1080 in Boulder's Twenty Ninth Street Shopping Center. The Boulder location marks the brand's 46th restaurant nationwide and its second in Colorado, following its original Cherry Creek … [More]

Landmark Phoenix Office Tower Set for Dramatic JW Marriott Transformation

LaPour Partners has unveiled plans for JW Marriott Phoenix, a 340-key luxury hotel planned within One Arizona Center in downtown Phoenix. The project will adapt the existing 19-story, 351,600-square-foot Class A office building into an urban resort. Constructed in 1989, One Arizona Center is located at 400 E. Van Buren St. within Arizona Center, a one … [More]

780K-SF Industrial Development Planned at North Phoenix Mega-Project

Mack Real Estate Group and McCourt Partners announced plans for the first phase of industrial buildings for lease within the approximately 2,400-acre Halo Vista master plan in North Phoenix, following the announcement by Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company of plans to increase its investment in Arizona to $265 billion. The Halo Vista development team aims to … [More]

Raytheon Secures $745M Deal to Produce Missile Interceptors in Arizona

Raytheon, an RTX business, has received a $745 million contract from the Missile Defense Agency for the production and sustainment of Standard Missile-3 Block IIA (SM‑3 IIA) interceptors. "SM-3 Block IIA is a cornerstone of regional defense, giving the U.S. and allied partners greater reach, accuracy and confidence against evolving threats," said Barbara … [More]

$2.2B Acquisition to Create 6th Largest Homebuilding Giant in the U.S.

Dream Finders Homes, Inc. and Beazer Homes USA, Inc. announced that they have entered into a definitive agreement under which Dream Finders will acquire Beazer in an all-cash transaction at an enterprise value of approximately $2.2 billion. Under the terms of the agreement, Beazer shareholders will receive $33.50 in cash for each share of Beazer common stock, … [More]

Small Business Confidence Surges as Hiring Plans Reach Four-Year High

The NFIB Small Business Optimism Index rose 2.4 points in July to 99.8, rising above its 52-year average of 98.0. This marks the highest level since August 2025. Of the 10 Optimism Index components, eight increased, and two decreased. Hiring plans improved substantially and contributed most to the rise in the Index. Real sales expectations and reports of inventory … [More]

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Small Businesses Prepare to Hire at Fastest Pace in Nearly Four Years

NFIB’s July Jobs Report shows that the Small Business Employment Index rose after four consecutive months of decline, registering 102.1 in July after measuring 100.2 in June. The current reading is above the 2025 average of 101.2 and the historical average of 100.0. In July, 36% (seasonally adjusted) of small business owners reported job openings they could not … [More]

Arizona Sees 51% Increase in Job Losses over Two Decades

New research reveals which states have seen the biggest increase in businesses cutting jobs since 2000, with only three states actually seeing a reduction in the number of job losses since 2000. The study, conducted by DOKKA, an accounting automation software company, tracked the number of private sector establishments losing jobs from the BLS Business Employment … [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]