Outdoors & Travel
Chiricahua National Monument nears redesignation as national park
Congress passes legislation to convert the 12,000-acre monument into the state's fourth national park.
October 19, 2026 · The Grid news desk
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Outdoors & Travel
Page navigates tourism downturn amid historic Lake Powell lows
Falling water levels at Lake Powell and rising travel costs drive a two-year decline in Glen Canyon tourism.
October 19, 2026 · The Grid news desk
Growth & Development
Data Center Expansion Drives Utility and Housing Considerations Across Arizona
Planned data center developments across Arizona are driving demand for industrial land, utility capacity, and localized housing.
October 18, 2026 · The Grid news desk
Community & Events
UFC and Arizona Sports & Events Alliance Partner on Local Youth Initiatives
The sports promotion partnered with the Arizona Sports & Events Alliance to support youth programs and donate funds in the Valley.
October 17, 2026 · The Grid news desk
Community & Events
West Valley Impact Collective to convene in Surprise on October 15
Nonprofit leaders, grantmakers, and public officials will meet in Surprise for the fourth annual regional collaboration forum.
October 9, 2026 · The Grid news desk
Business News
Aerospace and defense workforce accelerator opens in Mesa
The $6.4 million renovated facility will train up to 1,000 students annually in aerospace manufacturing skills.
October 8, 2026 · The Grid news desk
Business News
Taipei Economic and Cultural Office opens Phoenix location
The new office will assist Taiwanese enterprises operating in the state following substantial growth in bilateral trade.
October 8, 2026 · The Grid news desk
Growth & Development
Arizona Lawmakers and Land Department Debate Trust Land Sales for Housing
Lawmakers and the State Land Department debated whether releasing state trust parcels could resolve the statewide housing deficit.
October 4, 2026 · The Grid news desk
Community & Events
Patagonia Fall Festival scheduled for October 10-11 at Town Park
The annual arts and music gathering returns to Town Park with 130 vendors and community fundraisers.
October 3, 2026 · The Grid news desk
Business News
Labor Shortages Challenge Arizona Growth Sectors Ahead of 2030
Industry data highlights widening labor shortages in semiconductor manufacturing, healthcare, and construction as workforce retirements rise.
October 2, 2026 · The Grid news desk
Business News
State Agency Outlines Arizona Manufacturing Growth and Employment Figures
The Arizona Commerce Authority published updated sector data showing 194,280 manufacturing jobs and $37.2 billion in industry GDP.
October 2, 2026 · The Grid news desk
Community & Events
Desert Fall Festival opens second season in Surprise
The monthlong outdoor event returns to Surprise for its second season, offering activities across 13 acres near City Hall.
September 24, 2026 · The Grid news desk
Business News
Cyclic Materials Opens Magnet Recycling Facility in Mesa
The recycling company opened a $30 million facility to process rare earth magnets and critical minerals.
September 23, 2026 · The Grid news desk
Business News
Freeberg Industrial Fabrication Opens Manufacturing Facility in Eloy
The industrial equipment maker opened a 160,000-square-foot facility to assemble power generation packages and electro-mechanical systems.
September 23, 2026 · The Grid news desk
Political News
Tucson advances energy agreement to ballot and schedules zoning code sessions
Tucson voters will consider a utility agreement under Proposition 421 this November, alongside ongoing updates to city zoning.
September 9, 2026 · The Grid news desk