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Judy Bluhm: 2022, thanks for the memories
Wednesday, January 4, 2023
Discount Tire acquires 35 acres for new HQ BY FOOTHILLS FOCUS STAFF
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iscount Tire will develop a new corporate headquarters in North Phoenix following the acquisition of 35 acres near Loop 101 and State Route 51. Discount Tire purchased the site at a recent Arizona State Land Department public auction. Proceeds from the sale will be invested by the state in the Permanent Land Endowment Trust Fund to benefit K-12 education in Arizona.
“Our commitment is to create the best, most positive experience for our people,” said Michael Zuieback, chairman at Discount Tire. “We are pleased to acquire this property in Phoenix and begin work on an innovative, sustainable workspace that honors and strengthens the culture on which our company was founded. Together with the support of our partners at the city of Phoenix, Arizona Commerce Authority and Gov. Doug Ducey’s office, we are grateful for the opportunity to make more dreams
come true.” Plans for a more than 300,000-squarefoot office building and campus amenities are in the early stages. Development is expected to commence in phases, with the construction of infrastructure improvements beginning within 12 months. The announcement represents one of the largest economic development deals of its kind in recent years in Phoenix. Discount Tire, which has main-
see DISCOUNT TIRE page 2
Navy senior chief answers the call for veterans BUSINESS.......... 11
Promax Property Services earns 5th accreditation
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Ed Delph: The messenger and the message
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BY ELIZABETH TURNER Foothills Focus Contributing Writer
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olunteers do not donate their time for recognition. It comes from a place deep in their hearts, a longlived personal decision to make a difference. U.S. Navy Senior Chief Darlene Gonzales does this — no matter the time of day or night. To her surprise and a standing ovation at the Anthem Veterans Day ceremony, Gonzales was given the Anthem Veterans Service Award by Darrin Francom on behalf of the Anthem Community Council.
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U.S. Navy Senior Chief Darlene Gonzales visits a women’s prison. (Darlene Gonzales/Submitted)
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