Central Arizona College Governing Board Selects Interim President
By Angela Askey, Executive Director Public Relations and Marketing PINAL COUNTY, Ariz. – The Central Arizona College Governing Board announced today that Dr. Karin Hilgersom will serve as the Interim President of the College, beginning Monday, July 13, 2026. Dr. Hilgersom brings 17 years of experience serving as a president and vice president for instruction, with […]
Livewell Animal Hospital Brings Comprehensive Veterinary Care, Comfort-Focused Design, and Flexible Walk-In Services to Queen Creek
Livewell Animal Hospital has officially opened in Queen Creek, expanding local access to full-service veterinary care with a strong focus on flexibility, comfort, and the human–animal bond. The hospital is located in the Safeway Plaza at the southwest corner of Riggs and Rittenhouse. Founded by Dr. Sherrod Hart, Livewell Animal Hospital is rooted in the […]
Queen Creek Chamber of Commerce Partners with Maricopa County SBDC to Host Start Smart Grow Smart Business Development Series
Entrepreneurs, startups, and established business owners looking to strengthen their business foundation are invited to participate in the Start Smart Grow Smart program, a no-cost, five-week business development series presented by the Maricopa County Small Business Development Center (SBDC) and hosted by the Queen Creek Chamber of Commerce. The series will take place every Tuesday […]
SRP and Aypa Power Bring New Battery Storage System Online to Strengthen Grid Reliability
Salt River Project (SRP) and Aypa Power today announced that Pediment Battery Energy Storage System (BESS), a 250-megawatt (MW)/ 1,000-megawatt-hour (MWh) project, located in the Elliot Road Technology Corridor in Mesa, Arizona, is now online and serving customers. With enough capacity to power up to 56,250 Valley homes for four hours, Pediment comes online as the Phoenix metropolitan area continues to rank among the fastest-growing regions in the country. Pediment […]
Support for H.R. 8413, SECURE Data Act
Dear Chairman Guthrie, Ranking Member Pallone, Chairman Bilirakis, and Ranking Member Schakowsky: The undersigned state and local chambers of commerce write to express support for H.R. 8413, the “SECURE Data Act,” and urge the House Committee on Energy and Commerce to advance this legislation. The SECURE Data Act would establish a single national privacy standard […]
New Dining Spot Burros & Fries Opens in Queen Creek
Burros and Fries celebrated the grand opening of their new location in Queen Creek on Thursday, June 4th. Founded in 2009 and inspired by family roots in San Diego and Tijuana, Burros & Fries has built its reputation on serving bold, authentic Mexican food made fresh daily. From its signature stacked burros to its loaded […]
EDP Renewables and SRP Celebrate Completion of 800 MWh Flatland Energy Storage in Arizona
EDP Renewables North America LLC (EDPR NA) and Salt River Project (SRP), a not for-profit public power utility serving more than 2 million people in central Arizona, today celebrated the completion of Flatland Energy Storage, a 200 megawatt (MW) / 800 megawatt-hour (MWh) battery energy storage system (BESS) in Coolidge, Arizona. Flatland Energy Storage has the […]
Central Arizona College Foundation Seeking Scholarship Applicants
By Angela Askey, Executive Director Public Relations and Marketing PINAL COUNTY, Ariz. – Central Arizona College Foundation scholarships assist students enrolled at Central Arizona College achieve their educational goals. The Foundation is currently seeking applicants for several scholarships, including the James Whitson McQueen IT Scholarship, James Whitson McQueen Nursing Scholarship and The Joyce Amburgey Memorial Scholarship. […]
Modern Grace Laser and Aesthetics Opens Doors, Blending Luxury Care with Advanced Laser Technology
Modern Grace Laser and Aesthetics celebrated the grand opening of its new luxury medical aesthetics practice, officially introducing its services to the Queen Creek and San Tan Valley community. They are located in the ARTISTIC UMBRELLA Studio Suites at 40975 N Ironwood Drive. Founded by licensed aesthetician and certified laser technician Michelle, Modern Grace Laser […]
Queen Creek Chamber Launches Student Entrepreneurship Program with Financial Literacy Workshop for Teens
The Queen Creek Chamber of Commerce is excited to launch its new Student Entrepreneurship Program with its first workshop, Money Matters: Building Smart Financial Habits Early, hosted by Academy Bank on Wednesday, June 24, at the Queen Creek Chamber of Commerce. Designed for teens entering the workforce, earning their first income, or preparing for future […]
