Category: Community News
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A New Way to City launches to elevate stories and perception of Greater Phoenix
Regional brand platform A New Way To City supported by leaders across key economic and entertainment sectors PHOENIX (April 21, 2026) — The region of Greater Phoenix is in the midst of unprecedented growth, but a survey conducted by the Greater Phoenix Economic Council (GPEC) in 2025 displayed a discrepancy in activity compared to perception among CEOs…
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The inaugural Arizona Tech Week, powered by the Arizona Commerce Authority (ACA), kicked off on Monday, April 6, and concluded on Sunday, April 12.
Arizona’s first decentralized, statewide conference highlighted the startup and investment community’s notable growth, alongside a strong sense of eagerness among founders, startups, and venture capitalists. The week also generated buzz beyond state lines, drawing national attention and reinforcing Arizona’s rising presence in the tech ecosystem. Communities across Arizona, including rural regions, were energized to participate,…
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Healing in harmony
For people living with Parkinson’s disease, music is medicine. As founder of the NAU-based choir Mountain Tremors since 2016, Fé Murray has 10 years of proof. “People with Parkinson’s may experience pain or periods where movement feels ‘stuck’ or difficult to initiate,” Murray said. “With music, that discomfort may become less noticeable.” Created a decade ago to support northern Arizonans with…
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‘At the edge of the future’: ASU breaks ground for better health outcomes for Arizona
ASU Health headquarters to house new medical, technology schools Dirt is turned during a ceremonial groundbreaking at the future site of the ASU Health headquarters in downtown Phoenix on April 9. Photo by Charlie Leight/ASU News Arizona State University is taking a huge step toward addressing one of the biggest crises in the U.S. —…
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Preparing the next generation of dementia care professionals | Elevate, The Campaign for NAU
At Northern Arizona University, more than 200 students recently came together across disciplines—alongside roughly 30 faculty and community partners—to better understand one of the most pressing and complex health challenges facing Arizona communities: dementia. The Interprofessional Development, Engagement, and Advancement (IDEA) Symposium on Aging and Dementia brought together NAU students from social work, psychology, nursing,…
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Remote Patient Monitoring Service Developed by College Alumnus
Tether provides virtual supervision and remote patient monitoring, bringing timely, high-quality care to rural communities and beyond. Co-founded by Sam Beger, MD, Tether Supervision uses technology to expand access to physician-led care Sam Beger, MD, a graduate of the University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix’s Class of 2021, cares about the future of…
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The Cost of a Broken Pipeline
A broken pipeline impacts more than access to care — it affects the people who rely on it every day. This isn’t just a workforce issue — it’s showing up in delayed diagnoses, missed follow-ups, and patients navigating care without the support they need. As gaps in the workforce pipeline grow, the strain on healthcare…
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Golden Ticket Punched: Class of 2026 Discovers Their Matches
More than 100 medical students entered this year’s Match, earning spots at prestigious institutions across the country. Matching into prestigious programs across the country, soon-to-be-graduates unveiled their next destinations in medicine From imagination to reality, Match Day was a magical moment for the University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix’s Class of 2026. For the past…
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Bioscience conference brings together founders, investors in Phoenix
Video Recap Keep up with industry news with our Arizona Bioscience News newsletter. Five goals to accelerate growth in Arizona’s Bioscience Roadmap. From Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego’s opening remarks to the advice from closing keynote speaker Tari Suprapto of Novo Nordisk, the fifth annual Flinn Foundation Bio Capital Conference provided for a full day of networking, panels, and connections. The sold-out March 5 event attracted almost 300 startup founders, investors, researchers, ecosystem builders and…
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19 Reasons To Get Excited About Arizona Tech Week
Statewide innovation showcase features hundreds of events PHOENIX, AZ (March 18, 2026) — With just 19 days left until the inaugural Arizona Tech Week, excitement is buzzing across the state. 250+ partner‑hosted events are gearing up — from hands-on workshops and founder meetups to industry panels, tech demos, open houses, startup pitches, and much more. Explore the full…
