Local First Arizona – News Blog
- Only in an Arizona Summer: Local Events and Experiences You Won't Find Any Other Time of Year July 10, 2026Looking for things to do in Arizona this summer? Discover how innovative local businesses in Phoenix, Tucson and communities across the state are transforming the hottest months of the year into one-of-a-kind experiences, from chef collaborations and after-hours museum events to indoor markets, food festivals and cool summer adventures.Lori Cothrun
- Arizona Summer Savings: Simple Choices That Save Water, Energy and Money July 1, 2026“If you save energy and water, you’re going to save money. If you save energy and water, it’s better for the environment. And if you save energy and water it’s better for the community,” he said. “It’s a triple threat, bottom-line benefit. You’re benefiting yourself, benefiting other people and the environment as a whole. You’re […]Lori Cothrun
- What Kind of Arizona Are We Building? Why Supporting Local Businesses Matters July 1, 2026Indie Week (June 29 - July 7) is a reminder that every purchase helps shape Arizona's economy, communities and future.Lori Cothrun
- Local First Arizona Hosts Annual We Rise Demo Day with Support from Arizona Financial to Advance Black-Owned Businesses June 23, 2026PHOENIX, AZ – (June 23, 2026) – Local First Arizona celebrated another successful We Rise Demo Day, bringing together Black entrepreneurs from across the state to compete for funding and showcase the businesses they have built through the organization's six-month business accelerator program.Lori Cothrun
- What if Prime Day Were Local? How the Way We Shop Shapes the Arizona We're Building June 22, 2026How we choose to spend our money helps shape the places we live. It influences which businesses grow, which jobs exist and which services remain available close to home. In that sense, Prime Day is about more than what we buy. It's also a reminder of how much power consumers actually have.Kat Meyer