Alejandro restaurant: Discover Marana has named the winner of the first Taste of Marana Standout Restaurant Award for 2024: Alejandro, “Serious Mexican, Mariscos, & Fusion Food” in southern Marana.
The Standout award recognizes nominated local restaurants that offer exceptional food, service and community involvement.
Owner Alejandro Diaz opened the restaurant in the Fry’s Shopping center at Cortaro and Silverbell roads in July 2022 to honor his brother, Gilbert, and two cousins, all of whom passed away just months apart.
“This recognition is a testament to the hard work and passion of our entire team, who strive to bring the best dishes to our guests every day,” Diaz said. “I’m so thankful for the support of my family and community.”
United Way: United Way of Tucson and Southern Arizona has selected it’s 2024 Circle of Excellence Award winners. The honor recognizes community champions who volunteer their time, talent and resources.
The honorees are:
Best of the Best Employee Campaign Leader of the Year: Caterpillar, Inc.
Employee Campaign Leader Rookie of the Year: Derrick Hyatt, Rain Bird
Live United Award: Pima Community College/Pima Foundation
Building a Better Community Award: Caterpillar, Inc.
Cornerstone Award: University of Arizona
Time, Talent, Treasure Award: Melissa Benson, Caterpillar, Inc.
Champions of Caring Award: AGM Container Controls
Partnership Award: Tucson Electric Power & IBEW #1116
All American Award: Calline Sanchez, vice president of enterprise storage, IBM
Best Small Company: IBM, United Way Tucson Campaign
Best Medium Company: Rain Bird
Best Large Company: QuikTrip
United Way’s 2024 Circle of Excellence Award winners with Tony Penn, president and CEO of United Way of Tucson and Southern Arizona.
The Michael J. Harris Spirit of Tucson Award, given to the company that demonstrates excellence in corporate involvement and community leadership, went to Pima County.
