Former Arizona election security chief joins industry-leading elections company as CIORunbeck Election Services, an elections services company focused on delivering election printing, equipment, and software solutions, announced that Ken Matta has been appointed Chief Information Officer. Matta most recently served as Arizona’s election security chief at the Secretary of State’s office. Throughout his twenty-year tenure […]

New grant will support increasing access to education and employment opportunities for youthPipeline AZ, an Arizona career development and job skills exploration platform, and Opportunities for Youth (OFY), a collaborative partnership creating a comprehensive system of opportunity that reengages the valley’s disconnected youth for employment and education opportunities, announced it has been selected for one of Valley of the […]

In an effort to expand college access and attainment across the state, Education Forward Arizona honored more than 150 Arizona college graduates in a special ceremony last night at its headquarters in Phoenix (4747 N. 32nd Street, 85018.) All of the students, many of which are the first-generation college graduates, received scholarships and/or mentorship support […]

FirstBank, one of the nation’s largest privately held banks with a focus on “banking for good,” announced its 2022 first quarter summary of the company’s holdings and activities. At the end of March, the Arizona market branches reported total assets climbed to $1.3 billion, up 29 percent from the same period in 2021. Total deposits […]

In a few short days, Bashas’ shoppers can let their taste buds transport them to the excitement of a summer carnival. That’s because Bashas’ has selected the 10 finalists of its Donut Flavor Craze Contest, and their donut flavors are one step closer to getting the chance to be featured in Bashas’ bakery cases next […]

New Phoenix-Based Development Group Purchases First Property Thrive Development Group, based out of Phoenix, Arizona, recently purchased The Shops at Apache Junction, located at 185 W. Apache Trail. This is the commercial developer’s first commercial real estate purchase since it started in March of this year.   The Shops at Apache Junction, which was built in 1998, was […]

Memorial Day weekend travel is expected to be almost in line with pre-pandemic levels. AAA predicts 39.2 million people will travel at least 50 miles from home, with the overwhelming majority (34.9 million) traveling by car. The auto club says holiday weekend travel will be up 8.3% compared to last year.Arizona drivers are paying 30 […]

Visit the Mesa location of GreenPharms on June 10th from 2 p.m. – 5 p.m. to adopt a puppy from Desert Tails! Also, throughout the month of June, GreenPharms will be donating a portion of their proceeds to Desert Tails. Customers can also enjoy the Puff Pup Pride sale which includes: $100 ounce of flower […]

The ultimate historical exploration and celebration of Black Joy will bring energy and excitement to Downtown Tempe in honor of Juneteenth. This free local event, taking place in CenterPoint Plaza, allows people of all races and ages to come together and share in that joy collectively. Highlights of the festivities include interactive education, live music, line […]

TruWest Credit Union Team Participated in Fight for Air Climb FundraiserTruWest® Credit Union donated $2,500 for the American Lung Association through the Fight for Air Climb which took place on May 14. More than half the staff from the Austin-based TruWest branches joined 40 other teams climbing stairs at the AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas […]