al Fresco off Main: Live music, food, and a place to gather, right in the middle of downtown Mesa
In an effort to support restaurants during the COVID-19 pandemic, Mesa is inviting people to a dining communal area on Macdonald north of Main where people can have food delivered to them. FOX 10's Bailey Miller has the details.
Made In Arizona: Onyx Sweet Shoppe in Phoenix makes all of its items on site
Vernon and Kathi Williams moved to Arizona to retire and have some fun. Eventually, the two opened up their bake shop in Phoenix.
Community rallies to save Tempe bar as owner deals with financial woes amid pandemic
Palo Verde has been in business for more than 60 years. The bar closed amid the pandemic, and the owner says while he has delivered beer, it is not enough to keep the business going.
Arizona lawmakers working to pass bill allowing to-go cocktails
If passed, bars and restaurants will be allowed to sell cocktails to go, helping them earn much-needed money as they are still restricted to occupancy limits during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Community steps up to help keep Phoenix’s Barrio Cafe from permanent closure
A Phoenix staple, Barrio Cafe, is on the verge of closing if the community doesn't come together to show its support within the next few weeks.
Made in Arizona: Brothers grow Kettle Heroes popcorn business while helping local communities
Popcorn is a favorite snack for many, and for one Arizona brothers, it is also a product that allowed them to help the community they serve.
Arizona restaurants granted additional $1 million to expand outdoor dining
Arizona restaurants can now apply for additional funding after Gov. Ducey says more money was added to the program that allows businesses to purchase outdoor dining furniture.
Coronavirus pandemic impacts lettuce industry as farmworkers brace for busy season
Farms are planting about 5% to 15% less to prevent food waste after lost sales in 2020.
Made in Arizona: For Alkaline Water Company's alkaline88, it's taste, size, and branding
Proponents of alkaline water say the water can neutralize acidity in the body caused by stress, diet, and more
Woman creates reusable grocery cart covers to keep food, items sanitary
With health being at top of mind for most during the pandemic, a woman created reusable grocery cart liners to keep your food and items clean.
'We are grateful': Phoenix bakery uses Payroll Protection Program to stay afloat
A Phoenix bakery might still not be here if it wasn't for the Payroll Protection Program. They say they're grateful and hope they'll qualify for the second round of payments.
Paycheck Protection Program: PPP loan portal reopens amid ongoing COVID-19 pandemic
The U.S. Small Business Administration and the U.S. Treasury Department relaunched the Paycheck Protection Program, or PPP, loan portal Monday.
Arizona Governor secures additional $2M in restaurant funding during pandemic
Arizona restaurants are being offered a lifeline of financial help as $2 million more has been made available to help them adapt their eateries to fit COVID-19 protocols.
Arizona female business owners offered new resource for guidance
As the pandemic ravaged small businesses financially, a lifeline is being thrown to female business owners in Arizona.
Holiday drive-thru car wash now open in Mesa following theft
"Sure enough, someone came in the property and within five minutes, stole a thousand, two thousand dollars worth of stuff," Ryan Pfutzenreuter said.
Arizona business owner on support from Barstool Fund: 'The world was lifted off my shoulders'
"The world was lifted off my shoulders," Kevin Redden, who owns an Arizona cleaners, says after getting financial support from "The Barstool Fund" on Christmas.
Cat boutique fundraising for a new location in downtown Phoenix
After reopening after the pandemic, this cat boutique is looking to expand and find a new home in downtown Phoenix but the owner needs help financially.
Valley family business impacted by USPS shipping delays over the holidays
As the United States Postal Service experiences delays for several reasons during the holiday season, a Valley family's small business is impacted due to their shipments not being received by the buyers.
Last-minute shoppers hitting local small businesses in the Valley
Old Town Scottsdale was packed with last-minute shoppers as they checked out local small businesses.
Out of business toy store owner donates everything to charity for kids battling cancer
Teaching Toys business owner Marie Liburdi donates to The Bottomless Toy Chest after losing her business to COVID-19