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University of Arizona plans Maricopa workshop on using satellite data for irrigation
The University of Arizona’s Maricopa Agricultural Center is hosting a May workshop to show growers how to convert OpenET evapotranspiration data into field-level irrigation decisions. The training is designed for Arizona producers trying to make more informed water-use choices during a period of continuing supply stress.
Pinal County supervisors get a primer on data centers as projects gather near Maricopa
Pinal County leaders held a work session to understand what incoming data-center proposals could mean for water, power and the local economy. The discussion did not settle the debate, but it showed how quickly Arizona’s AI and cloud infrastructure boom is reaching communities south of the Phoenix metro core.
Chandler plans Asian American Community Connection event for AAPI Heritage Month
Chandler is inviting the public to an Asian American Community Connection gathering on May 12 at the ASU Chandler Innovation Center. City officials describe it as a free evening focused on networking, listening and community dialogue in recognition of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month.
Chandler opens registration for spring Code Enforcement Resident Academy
Chandler is bringing back its three-week Code Enforcement Resident Academy this spring, with sessions set for May 12, 19 and 26 at Sunset Library. The city says the program is designed to help residents understand how code enforcement works and how neighborhoods can stay safe, clean and well maintained.
Scottsdale says Prop. 490 sales tax is already funding visible park and preserve upgrades
Scottsdale says the voter-approved 0.15% Parks & Preserve sales tax is already producing tangible work less than a year after taking effect. The city points to new sod, plants, trees, storm repairs and preserve maintenance as early proof that the funding stream is changing how quickly park and trail projects can move.
Planned ICE detention site in Surprise is cut back sharply
A proposed immigration detention project in Surprise has been reduced from 1,500 beds to 542 as federal plans run into local resistance and internal DHS review. The Arizona development was cited as part of a broader pullback on controversial warehouse-style detention expansion.
Arizona launches $3 million after-school childcare grant program
Governor Katie Hobbs announced a $3 million statewide grant round aimed at lowering child-care costs for working families. The Bright Futures AZ Out-of-School Time program will support 59 providers and is expected to reach more than 2,500 children ages 5 to 12.
APS agrees to stop hot-weather power shutoffs at 95 degrees
Arizona Public Service agreed to a new shutoff rule as part of a $7 million settlement with the state. The utility will no longer disconnect residential customers for nonpayment when forecast highs reach 95 degrees or more, expanding protections beyond the old summer calendar window.
Arizona Tech Week launches with statewide schedule and thousands expected
The Arizona Commerce Authority said the inaugural Arizona Tech Week ran April 6 through April 12 as a decentralized statewide event intended to draw thousands of attendees. Organizers positioned it as a showcase for Arizona’s technology leadership and backed it with a shared event and RSVP system for participating hosts.
Burlington breaks ground on Buckeye distribution center
Burlington Stores has started work on a future distribution center in Buckeye that the Arizona Commerce Authority said is expected to open in 2028. The project is being described as one of the retailer’s most advanced facilities, with automation and upgraded logistics technology built into the operation.
QuikTrip maps out three next-generation Arizona stores for 2027
QuikTrip told ABC15 it is planning three new Arizona stores built around its new “Gen 4” format, with locations in Tucson, Queen Creek, and Casa Grande targeted for 2027. The redesign gives the chain a bigger kitchen, brighter layout, and a store footprint positioned between a standard convenience store and a travel center.
Arizona mayors unite across party lines on Colorado River fight
ABC15 reports that a bipartisan coalition of Arizona mayors is working together to defend the state’s Colorado River allocation as federal planning discussions continue. Local leaders say the stakes are enormous because one scenario under discussion could leave Arizona with only a fraction of its current access.
Gilbert neighborhood pushes back on proposed Target rezoning
A proposal to build a Target near Higley and Ocotillo roads has ignited resistance from nearby Gilbert residents who say the site was long expected to become a smaller shopping center. Supporters argue the project would create jobs and tax revenue, while opponents warn about traffic, noise, and the loss of the area’s neighborhood character.
Citadelle Center Adds New Dining, Wellness, and Beauty Tenants
Citadelle Center in Glendale has announced a new wave of tenant growth with the arrivals of Pizzicata, Fit Mind Wellness, and Estetika Beauty Clinic. The updates strengthen the center's mix of food, mental health, beauty, and everyday-service offerings near Arrowhead Ranch.
Phoenix Sky Harbor rolls out Earth Month events and sustainability outreach
Phoenix Sky Harbor is using April to spotlight airport sustainability work, student education and public Earth Day programming. The campaign combines hands-on activities for middle school students with passenger-facing events and a broader message about long-term environmental resilience across the city's aviation system.
FAA schedules Phoenix-area workshops on airspace modernization
The FAA is planning four virtual public workshops in May tied to the Phoenix Area FAA Modernization Project, which would update satellite-based flight procedures serving Sky Harbor and nearby airports. Residents will be able to hear an overview of the proposal, review findings from the draft environmental assessment, and ask FAA staff questions directly.
Arizona deepens Taiwan ties with investor tour and startup MOU
Arizona announced a new push to strengthen business ties with Taiwan by hosting a delegation of 30 investors and university leaders across Phoenix, Tucson, Yuma, and Flagstaff. The visit was paired with a memorandum of understanding between the Arizona Commerce Authority and Sustainable Impact Capital to help Taiwanese founders use Arizona as a U.S. landing point, especially in technology-heavy sectors.
Cambria hotel project in Mesa adds rooftop dining and 107 rooms
A new Cambria Hotel is under construction in Mesa at 3501 South Ellsworth Road, with plans for 107 guest rooms and a public rooftop bar and restaurant. The project team says the four-story property is targeting an early 2027 opening and is being positioned as an upscale lodging option with amenities aimed at both travelers and local visitors.
Turquoise Wine Bar plans a Glendale opening
A new neighborhood wine bar is headed to Glendale at 23423 N. 67th Avenue, Suite 109. The project is being led by the mother-and-son team of Teresa and Connor Rodewald, who are positioning the venue around a curated wine selection and a welcoming atmosphere.
Tendit Group files Arizona notice for 143 Phoenix layoffs
The Tendit Group filed a WARN notice in Arizona covering 143 employees at its Phoenix facility on East Rose Garden Lane. The filing gives advance notice of workforce reductions but does not explain the reason, timeline, or specific roles affected.
Project Lean Nation is bringing its first Arizona location to Peoria
Project Lean Nation is planning its Arizona debut in Peoria at 9785 West Happy Valley Road, Suite 1170. The healthy-meals concept was identified locally through social discovery and confirmed on the company’s website, with franchise owners Kyle and Courtney Bridges tied to the new store.
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Housing Watch: Where TSMC-Area Families Are Actually Comparing First
West Valley interest is rising, but many bilingual households are still weighing Peoria, North Phoenix, and Chandler against school rhythm, community access, and airport convenience before they commit.