Mesa’s Sports Colossus Packs In Millions, Supercharges East Valley Cash Flow
Arizona Athletic Grounds is turning weekend tournaments into a full-time economic engine, with operators calling 2025 a breakout year for the massive Mesa sports complex. A busier event calendar, fresh sponsorships and an upgraded mix of food and retail helped keep the place buzzing, especially on holiday weekends...
“The Mission” expands into Gilbert
The Mission, the beloved candle-lit spot from acclaimed Chef Matt Carter, opened its brand-new Gilbert location earlier this year at Epicenter at Agritopia.
Hayden Ferry Lakeside Lands Trio of Major Office Leases in Tempe
TEMPE, AZ (March 9, 2026) —Phoenix Business Journal is reporting that Hayden Ferry Lakeside in Tempe recently landed a trio of major office leases in late 2025, with Meade Engineering leasing roughly 52,000 square feet at Hayden Ferry Lakeside I, Align Technology taking approximately 52,873 square feet at the...
Mesa faces dilemma with hotel for homeless
Mesa’s emergency homeless shelter program could be jeopardy as some council members are calling for a halt to using city monies to fund the operations of Sunaire hotel. The city purchased the former Grand Hotel on Main Street in 2023 with federal grants and hoped to temporarily move in families with young children,...
Long security lines at airport amid ongoing Homeland Security shutdown
PHOENIX — Dozens of school districts across the Valley are officially on spring break. It comes at a time when the ongoing Homeland Security (DHS) shutdown is affecting travel plans, leading to long security lines at airports. DHS officials said people across the country are facing three-hour wait times...
The Classic American Diner In Arizona You Need To Visit At Least Once
Some restaurants whisper their presence, but Chase’s Diner in Chandler shouts it from the rooftops with chrome and neon. This is where the American Dream comes with a side of fries and a milkshake you can stand a spoon in. Let’s be honest: most of us have a romanticized...
After nearly 50 years, Tempe hot dog staple expands with new Valley spot
After more than four decades of serving charcoal-grilled hot dogs, scratch-made onion rings and milkshakes in Tempe, Ted’s Hot Dogs is branching out with a new location in Chandler. Scheduled to open in early May, the new Ted’s will be located in the Crossroads Towne Center at Germann and...
Why doesn’t Arizona observe Daylight Saving Time?
PHOENIX, Arizona — Arizona has enjoyed not participating in Daylight Saving Time for over 50 years – but do you know why State 48 opted out? Or what DST even is?. Here’s what you need to know about "springing forward" and how it impacts Arizona. VERSIÓN EN...
Tiger Woods-backed miniature golf venue changes plans in Gilbert
PopStroke, a golf entertainment concept with the backing of Tiger Woods, is changing its plan for an upcoming location in Gilbert. More than a year ago, PopStroke Entertainment Group, which has headquarters in Jupiter, Florida and Dallas, Texas, received the thumbs up from the town of Gilbert Planning Commission to...
The Fascinating Car Museum In Arizona You’ve Probably Never Heard Of
We all love finding those hidden gems that even the locals sometimes overlook. I recently spent an afternoon wandering through a stunning display of championship-winning cars, and I honestly couldn’t believe I hadn’t visited sooner. This isn’t your average roadside attraction, it’s a meticulously curated tribute to...
