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Non-Profits in Arizona: Numbers, Revenue, and Key Players

Tucson, Arizona- As of February 2024, Arizona has 28,379 registered non-profit organizations, the sixth-largest industry in the state, making up 6.9% of the workforce with 222,380 workers, according to Arizona State University’s Lodestar Center for Philanthropy and Nonprofit Innovation.  Nonprofits generate about $22.4 billion annually, making up about 8% of Arizona’s gross state product.  Top […]

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Marana Hospitality Expands with New Hotel

Marana, Arizona- My Place Hotels opened its second location in Southern Arizona last Tuesday morning. “We’re thrilled to welcome My Place Hotels as a valuable addition to our town’s hospitality and join our thriving community,” said Vice Mayor Roxanne Ziegler. My Place Hotels is a newer hotel brand, established in 2012. Most rooms feature identical […]

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WakeUp! Tucson Host Moving to Live The Dream Media

Marana, Arizona—Running for mayor of Oro Valley isn’t the only big move Christopher DeSimone is making this year. DeSimone is moving his show to Live The Dream Media after working with KVOI for nearly 16 years. The Wake Up! Tucson host felt he had reached the full potential of what he could achieve with an […]

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Wanted: More Local Flavor for Marana’s Restaurant Scene

There’s an unmistakable appetite growing in Marana for restaurants that embody the true essence of the community. While residents appreciate the convenience of national chains, the buzz around town centers on a desire for more local, independent eateries – the kind of soulful, one-of-a-kind spots that capture Marana’s unique spirit through flavors, ingredients and hospitality. […]

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