Federal Investments Drive Revitalization in Superior, AZ

May 28, 2024

Superior, AZ, is experiencing a revitalization driven by federal funding from the American Rescue Plan and the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act. Mayor Mila Besich highlighted that these investments are funding essential community projects, such as a new multigenerational center, workforce training programs and much-needed upgrades to the Town’s wastewater plant and food bank.

Along with these improvements, Besich noted that the Resolution Copper project stands as a major catalyst for economic growth, with the potential to create jobs and fuel industries like clean energy and semiconductor manufacturing.

Learn More

ASU Ranks in the Top 10 Globally and Nationally for Patents Issued

ASU Ranks in the Top 10 Globally and Nationally for Patents Issued

For the fifth time, Arizona State University (ASU) has earned a place among the top 10 universities worldwide for U.S. utility patents on the National Academy of Inventors’ annual Top 100 Worldwide Universities list. ASU ranked No. 9 globally for the third straight year and climbed one spot…

Arizona Designated an “Opportunity-Rich” State by Business Facilities

Arizona Designated an “Opportunity-Rich” State by Business Facilities

In the January/February 2026 issue of Business Facilities magazine, as part of the publication’s 2025 State of the Year evaluations, a total of 15 states have been recognized as “opportunity-rich” based on their notable programs and successes. Arizona earned a spot on the 2025 list…

Arizona Ranks #1 for Foreign Direct Investment, Reaching $108B in 2025

Arizona Ranks #1 for Foreign Direct Investment, Reaching $108B in 2025

According to the Arizona Commerce Authority (ACA), Arizona experienced a record-breaking level of international growth in 2025, including: Generating more than $1B in foreign direct investment; Creating thousands of new jobs in skilled, in-demand industries; Growing Arizona…

Visit the Introduction page to learn why Superior is a hub of opportunity, innovation and success.