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1.2M-SF Industrial Expansion Follows Major Warehouse Lease in West Valley

Dermody will begin construction on Buildings 3 and 4 at LogistiCenter® at Copperwing in El Mirage, Arizona, with delivery estimated for the third quarter of 2027. Building 3 totals 693,760 square feet and Building 4 totals 520,170 SF. Together, the two buildings total 1,213,930 SF and are designed to be combined into a single building totaling 1,319,962 SF. The … [More]

Biltmore Fashion Park Expands Retail Lineup Alongside Property Upgrades

RED Development has signed new retail leases with Vuori, which opens Oct. 16, and PAIGE at Biltmore Fashion Park, adding to the iconic property's growing momentum as renovations are finalized across the outdoor common spaces and a slate of fitness and art events begin this month. Vuori, the coastal California-inspired premium performance apparel brand, opens on … [More]

New Arcadia Wellness Center Brings Medicine, Movement and Massage Under One Roof

For most people, wellness happens in pieces: a doctor in one part of town, yoga class somewhere else, an acupuncturist across the Valley and a massage appointment squeezed in when there is time. MEND Wellness was created to offer a more connected way. Founded by husband-and-wife team Elinore Beck and Dr. Michael Beck, MEND brings medical care, movement, holistic … [More]

Upscale Dining Chain Expands to Gilbert with Plans to Hire Nearly 100

J. Alexander’s, the dining destination recognized for its wood-fired cuisine, classic American fare and exceptional service, is preparing to bring its signature experience to Gilbert this November at 2192 SanTan Village Pkwy. The opening will mark the brand’s second Arizona location, following its 2025 Chandler debut. In preparation for its opening, J. Alexander’s … [More]

Robotics Firm Plans Phoenix Factory following 1,250-Home Production Deal

Promise Robotics, the company bringing physical AI to homebuilding, announced a multi-year commercial agreement with D.R. Horton, America’s largest homebuilder by volume. Through the agreement, D.R. Horton will access Promise Robotics’ Factory-as-a-Service® (FaaS) capabilities to support the production of 1,250+ homes, becoming the first major U.S. homebuilder to … [More]

AI-Driven Chip Demand Spurs $18M Manufacturing Expansion in Mesa

FUJIFILM Corporation will expand its semiconductor materials business by enhancing production facilities for copper interconnect CMP slurries at the FUJIFILM Electronic Materials U.S.A., Inc. production site in Mesa, Arizona. Fujifilm will also establish new production facilities capable of multi-product manufacturing of CMP slurries for diversified semiconductor … [More]

Scottsdale Luxury Resort Trades Hands for $372M

Braemar Hotels & Resorts Inc. has entered into a definitive agreement to sell the Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale for $372 million, approximately $1.8 million per room, as the luxury hotel owner advances a broader portfolio restructuring and transition to self-management. The agreement was announced September 29, and Braemar has received a $10 million … [More]

Arizona Defense Giant Continues Contract Run with $6.3B Missile Deal

Raytheon, an RTX business, has secured a five-year contract, with two additional option years, valued up to $6.3 billion for the production and sustainment of Standard Missile-3 Block IB (SM‑3 IB) interceptors. The contract, which is part of the recent landmark agreements between Raytheon and the Department of War, supports urgent replenishment of missile defense … [More]

Five Ways to Secure Connected Devices as Cyberattacks Move beyond Data

Hundreds of French supermarkets, including major chains like Intermarché and E.Leclerc, had their networks breached overnight on October 11, 2026, by unidentified hackers who targeted the buildings’ Operational Technology (OT) systems, exploiting legacy refrigeration controllers connected to the internet for remote management. The cybercriminals likely exploited … [More]

Falling Vacancy Masks Uneven Recovery in Phoenix’s Office Market

Phoenix’s office market is showing signs of improvement, but declining vacancy and renewed job growth are not translating into a uniform recovery. Newer buildings and sought-after locations are gaining ground, while older properties continue to face leasing challenges, according to Marcus & Millichap’s Q4 2026 Phoenix Metro Area Office report. The report points … [More]

The Rise of the Points Millionaire

For years, becoming a "points millionaire" meant spending an extraordinary amount of time on airplanes, cycling through credit cards or mastering the small print of airline loyalty programs. That is changing. Consumers are beginning to realize that one of the biggest financial transactions they will ever make can also be an extraordinary opportunity to earn … [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]