FDA Approves First Treatment For Children With Peanut Allergies

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved the first treatment for children with peanut allergies. Allergy experts say Aimmune Therapeutics’ “Palforzia” promises to lower the chances that an accidental bite of peanuts causes a severe reaction, but it’s not a cure. Children and teens swallow the peanut powder in tiny but escalating doses,... Read More

Which Airline Rewards Programs Are The Best?

Many factors go into choosing airline loyalty. Yet the one variable that matters most is also the hardest to answer with a simple Google search: Which airline’s rewards program offers the most value? Not knowing the answer to this simple question is like trying to choose between job offers without knowing how much each... Read More

Raytheon’s New Missiles and Defense Division Headquartered In Tucson

Defense contractor Raytheon has announced that they will be setting up a new headquarters for its missiles and defense division in Tucson. A merger with United Technologies will set Raytheon Missiles & Defense in southern Arizona, and Raytheon Intelligence & Space will be in Arlington, Virginia. Raytheon’s missile system already employs about 13,000 workers... Read More

Coffee Shop/Speakeasy Now Open in North Phoenix

Local comedian and businessman Rick Bronson is serious about his new venture, a coffee and cocktails hybrid located in north Phoenix. The Stir Coffee Shop and Gin & Reel Speakeasy recently opened down the street from Bronson’s comedy club in the upscale High Street development east of Desert Ridge Marketplace. “The Stir and Gin... Read More

ThredUp Opens Scottsdale Corporate Office

ThredUP, an online fashion resale platform has announced that it has opened a corporate office in Scottsdale. They tout themselves as “The Largest Online Consignment and Thrift Store.” The 8,000-square-foot office near Indian School Road and Drinkwater Boulevard plans to create up to 50 jobs, according to a press release. “We are thrilled to... Read More

KMLE Country Chili Bourbon & Beer Festival Returns February 29 

Third Annual Cook Off & Tasting Event Returns February 29  Bring the beans, make it spicy, load up the beef and wash it all down with bourbon & beer. Anyway you mix it, come taste the best at the third annual KMLE Country Chili Bourbon & Beer Festival. Presented by Stinkin’ Good Chili, this event encourages local... Read More

First Responders In Arizona To Receive Grant Money For Mental Health Support

Arizona organizations that provide mental health support to first responders can apply for grants of up to $100,000, the Arizona Attorney General’s Office announced Wednesday. The Attorney General’s office is offering $400,000 in grant opportunities for nonprofit and faith-based groups that provide mental health programming and support services to public safety personnel experiencing job-related... Read More

New Record Set For Passenger Traffic Through Phoenix Sky Harbor In 2019

In 2019, America’s Friendliest Airport® achieved an all-time high for the number of passengers traveling through the Airport. Nearly 46.3 million travelers passed through Phoenix Sky Harbor last year, surpassing the previous record set in 2018 when just under 45 million passengers were served. The year-end passenger total for Phoenix Sky Harbor was 46,288,337,... Read More