Scottsdale's tourism has significantly grown, with over 11 million visitors in 2024, creating a $3.7 billion economic impact and supporting 36,000 jobs.

Arizona's power grid faced high demand during an extreme heatwave, with energy consumption setting new records as temperatures reached up to 118 degrees. The AZ Corporation Commission outlined the increased energy needs.

The ACC supports a natural gas pipeline expansion in Arizona to meet energy demands, with new capacity added and diverse energy sources, including solar and nuclear.

Lea Márquez Peterson was elected Chair of the Western Interconnection Regional Advisory Body (WIRAB), overseeing grid reliability in the Western North American region.

Arizona's electricity rate increase of about 1.7% is below the national average rise of 6.5%, according to the Arizona Corporation Commission and EIA data.

San Luis partners with Local First Arizona to boost 12 businesses through the Fuerza Local Business Accelerator Program, offering a 17-week skill-enhancement course.

Arizona Corporation Commissioners attended the NARUC Summer Policy Summit, focusing on electricity demand, A.I., data centers, and infrastructure investment, including natural gas and nuclear energy resilience.

Sam's Club is opening a new store in Tempe with festivities including a parking lot party and ribbon-cutting ceremony, featuring live music and a focus on digital checkout processes.

Fortescue Future Industries has cancelled its $550 million hydrogen hub project in Buckeye due to uncertainty and decreased federal support for green energy.

Utility workers are electrifying homes on the Navajo Nation in Arizona, with the goal of connecting 50 families to the grid, a project that is deeply significant for the local community.

AZ Lemonade Stand, started by middle school friends, expands beyond Arizona, surpassing $2.5 million in sales with sights on a $5 million goal for 2025.

The article discusses the growth of Arizona's wine industry, highlighting family-operated D.A. Ranch’s success and addressing retirements of pioneering winemakers, emphasizing the importance of education and mentoring for the industry's future.

The City of Casa Grande nears completion of the Trekell Road Improvement Project, aiming to enhance road capacity and safety before the new school year. The $5.8 million project faced delays due to paperwork issues with a gas provider.