Month: February 2025
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BizNEWS
Angel Charity to Grant $1.75 Million to Tucson Nonprofits
For more than four decades, Angel Charity has been recognized as the “Halo for Hire” in Pima County. Its generous…
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Tucson Unveils First Electric Garbage Truck
The City of Tucson introduced its first electric garbage truck on Feb. 26, as part of its commitment to make…
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CBRE Opens New Office on River Road
CBRE announced the opening of its new office at 2502 East River Road in Tucson. The company recently moved into…
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GUEST COLUMN: Connectivity in Southern Arizona is Good for Business
By Stephanie Healy – Southern Arizona Market VP, Cox In today’s digital-first world, connectivity is no longer a luxury—it is a…
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Pima County Partners with ex2 Technology to Deliver Fiber Optic Network
Pima County’s Office of Digital Inclusion and eX² Technology, a Vivacity company, announced an agreement to build an approximately $43.2 million fiber optic middle mile network for the county. The open-access fiber optic network…
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Regional Economic Development Leaders Host Japanese Business Delegation
The Arizona Commerce Authority, Pima County, Sun Corridor Inc. and the City of Tucson hosted a lunch reception on Feb.…
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UA Health Sciences Names Dr. Dan Theodorescu New Cancer Center Director
The University of Arizona Health Sciences has appointed Dr. Dan Theodorescu as the director of the UA Cancer Center, a National Cancer Institute-Designated Comprehensive…
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KB Home Announces New Mirador Community
KB Home, one of the largest and most trusted homebuilders in the U.S., will be opening a new community, Mirador…
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Kino Veterans Memorial Stadium Gets New Scoreboard, Improved Field
A state-of-the-art scoreboard and upgraded field are just a couple of the major improvements fans will find on their next…
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Veteran Pilot and Nurse Launch Compassionate Senior Care Service in Tucson
Seniors Helping Seniors® in-home care services, a franchisor with over 180 franchise partners and more than 350 territories nationwide, has…
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Frontier Airlines Launches New Nonstop Service from Tucson to Las Vegas
The Tucson International Airport has announced Frontier Airlines’ second nonstop destination–Las Vegas. The service is scheduled to begin on May…
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Pima County Honors Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum Director with Proclamation
Craig Ivanyi, the recently retired executive director of the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum, was recognized by Pima County with a proclamation…
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Hexagon Mining Leader Dave Goddard Nominated for Prestigious Board
Hexagon, a global leader in precision technologies, is excited to announce that Dave Goddard has been nominated to serve on…
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2025 Tucson Bicycle Classic, Feb. 21-23
The 2025 Tucson Bicycle Classic is set to take place Feb. 21-23, featuring three days of exciting racing throughout Marana,…
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Tucson Electric Power Gives $1.6 Million, Volunteers 13,146 Hours in 2024
Tucson Electric Power contributed more than $1.6 million and thousands of volunteer hours in 2024 to help 167 nonprofit groups support community vitality,…
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Raytheon Completes 10 Subsystem Demonstrations for U.S. Army
Raytheon, an RTX business, announced a series of 10 successful subsystem demonstrations for the U.S. Army’s Next-Generation Short-Range Interceptor, which will…
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Delta Development Team Expands Footprint with Tricon Refrigerated Containers
Delta Development Team, Inc., a Tucson-based leader in medical refrigeration technology, is pushing the boundaries of innovative storage and transport…
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UA President Suresh Garimella Elected to National Academy of Engineering
University of Arizona President Suresh Garimella has been elected to the National Academy of Engineering, one of the highest professional…
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Tucson Wildlife Center’s Online Silent Auction Opens
Tucson Wildlife Center will hold its 13th annual fundraising benefit, “Born to Be Wild.” at Loews Ventana Canyon Resort on…
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Tucson’s GDP Growth Second Highest Among Western Peers
The Tucson Metropolitan Statistical Area posted an increase in inflation-adjusted GDP of 4.6% in 2023. That placed Tucson second when…
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Sprouts Expands with First-Ever Sierra Vista Store
Sprouts Farmers Market has been signed by JLL as the signature anchor tenant for Tribute Plaza, a new neighborhood shopping center…
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Tucson Restaurants Spotlight Yellowtail for 2025 Taste of Japan
To popularize Japanese ingredients and promote unique umami flavors throughout Arizona, the Japan External Trade Organization is partnering with Tucson…
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BizPEOPLE
Jill Brooks
The Mahoney Group, Arizona’s largest independent insurance, risk management and employee benefits brokerage, welcomes Jill Brooks as its new commercial…
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Why I Love TUS – Q&A with Susan Gray
“Given the industry I represent, I have an appreciation for the solar projects that shade the parking spaces and help…
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Crest Insurance Expands to Houston
Crest Insurance Group has announced the acquisition of Horizon Insurance Services, a full-service insurance agency based in Houston. This strategic…
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University of Arizona’s Eller College of Management Announces One-Year MBA Program
The Eller College of Management in the University of Arizona has a new One-Year MBA program. The accelerated format delivers…
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Daniele Chilton Named New CEO of Desert Diamond Casino
The Tohono O’odham Gaming Enterprise has selected Daniele Chilton to serve as the new CEO, overseeing all five Desert Diamond…
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Tucson Botanical Gardens Nominated for USA Today 10Best Reader’s Choice Awards
Tucson Botanical Gardens has earned a nomination for USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards contest for Best Botanical Garden. Individuals…
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Tucson Federal Credit Union Unveils Remodeled Midtown Branch
Tucson Federal Credit Union has announced the completion of its newly remodeled Midtown Branch, located at 3801 E. Speedway Blvd.…
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ICCU Expands to Arizona in Merger with Tucson Old Pueblo Credit Union
ICCU, the 18th largest credit union in the nation, officially welcomed Tucson Old Pueblo Credit Union employees and members on…
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University of Arizona Seed Fund for Startups Enters Investment Phase
By Paul Tumarkin, Tech Launch Arizona A University of Arizona seed fund designed to help launch startups from the innovations…
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Tucson Museum of Art Presents American West from Expanded Lens, Feb. 22-Jun. 22
Tucson Museum of Art and Historic Block presents Divergence of Legacy: Art of the American West in the 21st Century,…
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BizPEOPLE
Jim Kurtzman
Tofel Dent Construction has announced the appointment of Jim Kurtzman as VP. Kurtzman will oversee growth of our current markets,…
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Arizona Wildcats Announce 2025 Football Schedule
Arizona Football has announced its schedule for the 2025 regular season, celebrating its second year in the conference and the…
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OneAZ Launches New Partnership to Elevate Credit Unions’ Role Empowering Consumers
OneAZ Credit Union is thrilled to join eleven credit unions in launching Backbone, a strategic partnership aimed at strengthening and…
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Tucson’s Agave Heritage Festival Returns April 10-13
For the past 17 years one of the most meaningful rites of spring has been the Agave Heritage Festival (AHF)…
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Tucson Values Teachers Honors 2 Educators with Teacher Excellence Award
Tucson Values Teachers (TVT) presented two Teacher Excellence Awards in the month of January. The Teacher Excellence Award honors outstanding…
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United Way Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program Opens Feb. 8
Over $18 million refunded to Arizona taxpayers last year through free service In its annual commitment to provide free tax…
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