Blue and Lisa Saiz have built a thriving automotive business in Globe, atop a steep dirt hill and a lot of hard work. “You take chances,” says Blue Saiz. “I’ve lost, yeah. But I’ve gained more than I’ve lost.” Patti DaleyA traveler, Patti Daley came to Globe in 2016 to …
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Globe set to get its second marijuana establishment
“Home grown” is taking on a whole new meaning downtown as a new marijuana establishment is poised to open up on Broad Street, giving local connoisseurs a second option to purchase recreational cannabis in Globe. Arizona Global Cannabis Co. expects to open its doors the first week of April at …
Read More »San Carlos Apache Tribe supports passage of ‘Save Oak Flat from Foreign Mining Act’
Chairman Terry Rambler warns Congress Resolution Copper intends to export copper to China San Carlos Apache Reservation, Ariz.—The San Carlos Apache Tribe strongly supports passage of the Save Oak Flat from Foreign Mining Act introduced today by Rep. Raul Grijalva (D-AZ) that would stop plans to construct the Resolution Copper Mine 70 …
Read More »Hearts of Miami Engaged
“Miami needs a lot of sprucing up, but you have to start somewhere,” says Evelyn Vargas, leader of the new non-profit organization Hearts of Miami Engaged (H.O.M.E.). H.O.M.E. is a dedicated group of citizens with a common purpose. That purpose? “Economic development,” says Phil Stewart, a local business owner and …
Read More »Delivering on a Promise
Ken Reynolds started his business with a cell phone, a Suburban, a single Penski truck and an American Express card. That was 30 years ago. Today Accurate Cargo Delivery Systems Inc. has a fleet of 85 vehicles. Penski trucks, semis and 26-ft. box trucks. 80 drivers make 650 deliveries a …
Read More »Second annual Pioneer Pitch coming to Globe in March
Aspiring entrepreneurs and established local business owners with fresh, undeveloped ideas will have an opportunity to pitch their plans for seed funding, as the City of Globe will host a localized version of the popular show “Shark Tank” in March. Although there will be no billionaire “sharks” on-hand, nonprofit Moonshot …
Read More »Lumberyard has new ownership
The first big load of lumber and block was delivered to Pinal Lumber in December — a welcome sign of things to come from the recent sale of Pinal Lumber to Brian Kay and Dustin Bayers of Kay Supply. Linda GrossWriter, photographer. Passionate foodie, lover of good books and storytelling. …
Read More »Business Attraction, Retention and Expansion in the City of Globe
Entrepreneurs looking to set up shop in Globe or hobbyists who may want to turn their passion into a brick-and-mortar business can get plenty of help from a number of sources in Globe-Miami. While the City of Globe handles the technical aspects, such as site selection, business applications and the …
Read More »Gila Monster Construction: A Roof Over Our Heads
Shelby Barrowdale, owner of Gila Monster Construction (GMC), has been into construction all his life and all around the U.S. and Mexico. He grew up here in Globe, where he mostly got into trouble. “Work in construction probably saved me from that,” he says. “I learned some discipline and structure.” …
Read More »E-volve Adventure Rentals: The Fun Way to Explore Globe and Beyond
Whether you’re squeezing the last moments of fun out of summer or planning fall adventures, E-volve Adventure Rentals is your go-to source for a unique and exciting way to explore and enjoy Globe and the surrounding areas. At E-volve, you can rent a stand-up paddleboard (SUP) or kayak to paddle …
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