Skip to content

Local News

Celebrating Hispanic heritage, culture is good for business, our community

Celebrating Hispanic heritage, culture is good for business, our community

As strong advocates and community partners for diversity, equity, access and inclusion, the Greater Phoenix Chamber, Valley of the Sun United Way and the Arizona Hispanic Chamber of Commerce stand in solidarity with companies, organizations and community members who remain committed to creating systemic change that addresses the deeply ingrained racial inequities that remain a part of today’s society.
Read more >
10th Annual Garlic Fest at Queen Creek Olive Mill Sept. 16-24

10th Annual Garlic Fest at Queen Creek Olive Mill Sept. 16-24

The week-long event will feature a variety of organically-grown garlic and garlic-inspired menus and products. While products, special menu items and garlic will all be available throughout the week, on the weekends guests can enjoy live cooking demos, fun and games in the grove, Garlic 101 classes, live music and a beer and wine garden.
Read more >
Legacy Park Fall Fest happening Sept. 16

Legacy Park Fall Fest happening Sept. 16

There will also be live music, kids activities and more at this fall shopping event.
Read more >
ADOT: Weekend freeway travel advisory for the Phoenix area, Sept. 15-18

ADOT: Weekend freeway travel advisory for the Phoenix area, Sept. 15-18

Closures, ramp restrictions set along I-10, Loop 101, Loop 202 and I-17 this weekend.
Read more >
Friend of the Week: Fun Athena loves a game of chase, playing with toys

Friend of the Week: Fun Athena loves a game of chase, playing with toys

Athena's adoption fee is $225. At Friends for Life, animals are altered, vaccinated, microchipped and dewormed. Cats are tested for FELV/FIV.
Read more >
Waived pet adoption fees this weekend at AAWL

Waived pet adoption fees this weekend at AAWL

AAWL has two adoption centers, its main shelter at 25 N. 40th St. in Phoenix and their Chandler mall location at 3111 W. Chandler Blvd. (near Dillard's).
Read more >
Dutch Bros Buck for Kids Day Sept. 15 benefits Make-A-Wish Arizona

Dutch Bros Buck for Kids Day Sept. 15 benefits Make-A-Wish Arizona

Make-A-Wish Arizona invites the community to enjoy their favorite Dutch Bros drinks for a good cause on Friday.
Read more >
Experience Queen Creek’s heritage, family fun Sept. 16 at Founders’ Day

Experience Queen Creek’s heritage, family fun Sept. 16 at Founders’ Day

Community events can cause an increase in traffic so plan ahead and allow extra time for travel this Saturday.
Read more >
UPDATE: Forty8 Live! has canceled this weekend's CANACOPIA

UPDATE: Forty8 Live! has canceled this weekend's CANACOPIA

UPDATE: Arizona event promotion company Forty8 Live! has just announced it's canceling CANACOPIA this weekend! A Thursday afternoon statement from the local company said "Forty8 Live! is committed to processing refunds for all ticket holders promptly over the next few days."
Read more >
Junk in the Trunk Vintage Market returns to WestWorld Sept. 15-17

Junk in the Trunk Vintage Market returns to WestWorld Sept. 15-17

The market consists of over 120,000 square feet filled with more than 160 small businesses from across the country. Offering a vast selection of clothing, jewelry, furniture, vintage, decor and much more, Junk in the Trunk Vintage Market continues to be a popular attraction for shopping enthusiasts across the Southwest.
Read more >