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On August 25, 2018, sports fans are invited to join Arizona Diamondbacks players for a full day of major league fun for a good...

The Arizona Historical Society, in partnership with Sandra Day O’Connor Institute today announced that they will host Portraits of Courage: A Commander in Chief’s...

(MARICOPA, Ariz., Aug. 7, 2018) ¾Harrah’s Ak-Chin Casino, part of Caesar’s Entertainment and the state’s only tribal casino to have an international management partner,...

Phoenix Theatre is excited to announce it’s 6-week run of the Tony-award winning show Avenue Q (July 25 – Sept. 9.) Avenue Q is a...

Have you found yourself daydreaming about the shape of your bouquet? Do you prefer a clean and controlled European Hand-Tied Style Bouquet or something...

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PHOENIX (July 24, 2018) – GLSEN Phoenix, a nonprofit organization focused on creating safe and affirming schools for LGBTQ students, has been awarded a...

Are you interested in learning sign language? There is a great opportunity to do so with your local library. At the Cordes Lakes Library,...

ATV7’s STUFF THE BUS 2018 is here! When school rolls around each August, the gift of a full backpack can change a kid's life.Join AZTV7...

Summer is in session, and so is Vacation Bible School! Local families can sign their children up now for a fantastic Vacation Bible School...

Do you ever get tired of people behaving badly? I certainly do. In the workplace, the boardroom, civic and social groups, churches and synagogues,...

Are you a fan of live music? Then you'll want to mark your calendars for Saturday, July 21 when Walter Parks takes the stage...

It's hard to beat fresh produce, especially during the summer months. Juicy fruits and crisp veggies are some of the most delicious snacks and...

Are you and your family looking for some local summer fun? Luckily, the Cordes Lakes Library has great options for engaging, entertaining activities. Every week,...

(PAYSON, Ariz. – July 9, 2018)  The Arizona Association for Economic Development (AAED) will hold a Tribal Symposium, “Beyond Traditional Economic Patterns.”   The symposium...

By Georgia Clubb, Founder of Seal Out Scoprions  I’m often asked when scorpion season is. In Arizona, it can sometimes seem all year long. However,...

In November of last year, Facebook announced the launch of a new program to invest in small businesses across the country. The program, Community Boost,...

It’s always best to determine just what types of conditions and the purpose of your boating your inflatable canoe will be used for. Of course,...

  The local community gathered earlier this month to honor incredible first responders who lost their lives fighting for our safety. The sixth annual Wade Parker...

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Flagstaff Pride is excited to bring you a diverse lineup of national, regional and local entertainers. There is something for everyone, just a few...

I attended Bisbee Pride with my son and husband for the second time this past weekend and it was just as wonderful as the...

A small plane has crashed northwest of Wickenburg in central Arizona, but thankfully both occupants are expected to survive. According to preliminary information from the...

In late April, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) released new data from the Autism and Developmental Disabilities Monitoring Network (ADDM) on the prevalence...

Johnjay and Rich #LoveUp Foundation Donates 100 New Laptops For Foster Kids Through Arizona Department of Child Safety (DCS) Pilot Program Phoenix, AZ (June 11, 2018) The Johnjay...

ONE Community Foundation is proud to partner with the Phoenix Business Journal on our second annual LGBTQ Business Summit. Join us on Thursday June 28th...

Condor Airlines, which started nonstop summer service between Phoenix and Frankfurt last month, has already announced its return for 2019.  Condor Airlines, part of...

Just in time for your July 4th travels, America’s Friendliest Airport® is offering a special on convenient terminal garage parking. Visit skyharbor.com to sign-up...

Are you worried that your son or daughter might be LGBT+? Many parents and grandparents today were raised in an era where certain behaviors,...

(COTTONWOOD, Ariz. – May 30, 2018)  The Arizona Association for Economic Development (AAED) will hold a Northern Economic Development Regional Symposium to discuss “Medical...

You'll need to hit the brakes if you're hitting the road over the Memorial Day weekend. The upcoming holiday weekend will see a speed reduction...

America’s Friendliest Airport® welcomed its newest airline, Condor Airlines, to Arizona today. Phoenix Mayor Greg Stanton and local leaders gathered at Phoenix Sky Harbor...

Most children learn how to handle life by watching their parents or older brothers and sisters. As the child gets older, they pick up...

Humana, a leading health and well-being company, will sponsor the 25th National Senior Health & Fitness Day® on Wednesday, May 30, 2018, in which...

The Sedona Fire District (SFD) and the U.S. Forest Service are joining together to offer Sedona area residents an opportunity to dispose of their yard waste...

Shortly after 8pm Tuesday evening, multiple callers reported a fully involved structure fire near 3500 N State Route 89 in Oak Creek Canyon. Responding firefighters encountered...

Are you interested in canning your own fruits and veggies at home? Don't miss this week's Introduction to Home Canning class, presented by Food...

It's time for the monthly mixer! Several local businesses are teaming up once again to offer a business mixer and client appreciation event. The Maxwell Group...

It's been a successful season for the Northern Ace Volleyball 16-Black team. The girls finished first in the Arizona Region, thanks to their impressive 29-1...

The driver in last month's tour Jeep crash in Sedona has passed away. The Arizona Department of Public Safety confirmed the news last week, saying...

I love exploring Arizona's hidden treasures, the things you won't find right off the highway that aren't overrun with tourists. My family and I...

Camping on your agenda for the upcoming Memorial Day weekend or beyond? You should be aware that Sedona Fire District (SFD) currently has Stage II...

Three out of every five children in low-income communities don't have a single children's book to call their own   More than a dozen local businesses are...

  In honor of May being recognized as Foster Care Awareness Month, Arizona Friends of Foster Children Foundation (AFFCF) emphasizes the efforts they make to...

Three out of every five children in low-income communities don't have a single children's book to call their own   PHOENIX – More than a dozen local businesses...

Have you ever wondered why people struggle financially?  There are so many opinions and ideas around this topic.  Many blame the government, society and...

Young immigrants under the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program, who are attending or wish to attend a college and/or a university in their...

(PHOENIX - May 1, 2018) –Thanks to a successful matching challenge from The Bob & Renee Parsons Foundation, Girl Scouts–ArizonaCactus-Pine Council (GSACPC) has reached...

WIN A CRUISE courtesy of The New Channel 7!Summer vacation solved!Before you book it – WIN IT!The new Channel 7 is sending you and...

  That is the premise as to why many people are hesitant in purchasing insurance or planning for major catastrophes. Yet we...

Phoenix-area C-suite professionals, executive decision makers, and key stakeholders are invited to gain actionable advice for business technology innovation from seasoned business mentors and...

Dunkin’ Donuts Restaurants offer Free Parking, Donuts and Cups of Coffee International Pay It Forward Day is Saturday, April 28, and to celebrate, Phoenix area...

Everyone who knows me knows I have a very colorful family filled with members of the lesbian, gay and bisexual community and allies. I...

The Mint Dispensary, one of the top medicinal cannabis operators in Arizona, is celebrating its remodeled and expanded location in Tempe on Friday April...

(PHOENIX – April 24, 2018) - Girl Scouts–Arizona Cactus-Pine Council (GSACPC) is pleased to announce that 22 girls were honored with their Gold Award...

Residents and visitors in Prescott and surrounding areas should know that stage 1 fire restrictions are now in effect for the Prescott National Forest...

  Yavapai Soccer Club enjoyed a successful showing at a yearly tournament earlier this month. Three of the club's teams earned first place finishes at the Yavapai...

Cinco de Mayo is coming up, and we want to get you in the mood early with 10-days of giveaways! All you have to do...

According to a recent online article, pop-up shops are more than just a trend in the retail sector. They drive consumers with the thrill...

Anytime a tragic event happens, you remember where you were when you heard the news. That’s how it was for me and the Boston...

Its the season for springtime cleaning! If you are one of the many homeowners who are out and about in the yard, trimming trees and...

The Sedona Fire District (SFD) and the U.S. Forest Service are joining together to offer Sedona area residents an opportunity to dispose of their yard waste...

Wickenburg Ranch, an active lifestyle community featuring a Trilogy® Resort Community in historic Wickenburg, Arizona, presents Wickenburg Ranch’s Great Hole-in-One Challenge presented by Infiniti...

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When Kimber Lanning first began organizing Arizona’s locally-owned businesses in 2003, she was focused on combating unfair policies that benefited large corporations by providing...

Looking ahead to a camping trip or a family bonfire? Make sure you get your firewood permits for the 2018 season! The Coconino National Forest...

Traditional composting, Hydroponic crops, and mass food production rarely meet in the same location.  At Special Moments Catering they collide daily as we provide...

Dollars & Sense There is one Personal Finance question that comes up all the time… “IS IT CHEAPER TO RENT THAN TO OWN A HOME?”       The...

  Duet: Partners In Health & Aging recently launched its “Finding Meaning and Hope” video discussion series, in partnership with Pauline Boss, Ph.D. “Finding Meaning...

  It’s time to dust off your kicks and get ready for the first-ever Arizona Walking Challenge (www.workplacewalkingchallenge.com), a business-to-business competition designed to encourage employee...

This year’s Phoenix Pride Festival will continue to be a two day celebration designed to bring our diverse LGBTQ and allied communities together for...

(TEMPE, March 27, 2018) – Leaders from Arizona’s solar power industry have come together to form the Distributed Energy Resources Alliance (DERA), a non-profit trade...

Sedona Fire District was dispatched to 36400 SR 89A near Page Springs Rd. at 4:00 p.m. Saturday afternoon. Upon arrival, our firefighters found a tour...

(PHOENIX, Ariz. – March 21, 2018) -- Funded in part by the Jewish Federation of Greater Phoenix, Jewish Family & Children’s Service (JFCS) offers...

It was a busy day for the Coconino County Sheriff's Office Search and Rescue Unit on Thursday. The team responded to several calls in the...

Take a look at the webcams placed throughout the Arizona Snowbowl Ski Resort. It's snowing like crazy! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1lb1SEPCs94&feature=youtu.be Want to see more webcams?  https://www.snowbowl.ski/the-mountain/webcams/ Tempted to hit the...

A chase involving a suspected kidnapper ended with a multi-car crash on Friday afternoon. According to troopers from the Arizona Department of Public Safety, no...

Spring break is here and Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport wants to make sure passengers are prepared to travel during our busiest month. On...

The Prescott Valley community gathered this past weekend to honor a fallen comrade. Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University joined forces with Detachment 028 from Air Force ROTC...

A few days ago I had the chance to catch up with my most influential mentor in journalism, one of the most well-known and...