Desert Ridge Bank Reports Record Small-Business Lending in Q2
A Phoenix-based bank says small-business loan volume hit an all-time high last quarter.
Finance & Economy
Markets, banking, and the economic pulse of Arizona.
Old Pueblo Credit Union Surpasses $2 Billion in Assets
A Tucson credit union reached a new milestone in total assets this quarter.
Camelback Capital Partners Closes $50M Growth Fund
A Scottsdale investment firm closed a new fund aimed at Southwest expansion-stage companies.
Mesa Manufacturing Corridor Adds 400 Jobs in Six Months
New job figures show Mesa's manufacturing corridor growing faster than the statewide average.
Business Leaders
Founders and executives shaping the Grand Canyon State.
Saguaro Robotics Founder Named Regional Entrepreneur of the Year
A Tucson robotics founder was honored as the region's entrepreneur of the year.
Camelback Wellness Group CEO Steps Down After a Decade at the Helm
The longtime CEO of a Scottsdale wellness company announced her retirement.
Desert Silicon Works Founder Opens Second Fabrication Facility
A Mesa tech manufacturer's founder cut the ribbon on a second local facility.
Beauty & Wellness
Desert spas, skincare, and wellness trends from the Southwest.
Ocotillo Spa Debuts Desert Clay Facial Line
A Scottsdale spa introduced a new facial line built around desert clay sourced regionally.
Valley Wellness Collective Opens Second Location in Arcadia
A Phoenix wellness studio is expanding into the Arcadia neighborhood with a second location.
Sonoran Bloom Skincare Launches Prickly Pear Serum
A Tucson skincare brand launched a new serum featuring prickly pear extract.
Education
Schools, universities, and learning across Arizona.
University of Arizona Breaks Ground on Data Science Building
UArizona broke ground on a new building dedicated to its data science programs.
Northern Arizona University Expands Online Degree Programs
NAU is expanding its slate of online degree offerings for working students.
Phoenix Union High School District Pilots Four-Day Week
Two campuses in the Phoenix Union district are testing a four-day school week.
Healthcare
Hospitals, clinics, and health care news statewide.
Sonoran Regional Hospital Expands Emergency Department
A Tucson hospital completed an expansion of its emergency department.
Camelback Health Partners Opens New Urgent Care Clinic
A Scottsdale health network opened a new urgent care location.
Mesa Family Health Network Adds Pediatric Specialty Clinic
A Mesa clinic network added a new specialty clinic focused on pediatric care.