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Homelessness in big cities is not something that is easily ignored, whether for a resident or for a traveler.    The Phoenix Metropolitan Area is not excluded...

  According to the Arizona Department of Public Safety, troopers pulled over a pickup truck and took at least one person into custody following the...

The oldest continuously operating golf course in Arizona was recently rescued from closure, thanks to an article in the local paper seen by a...

Arizona Citizens for the Arts is looking for artwork, created in the last two years, to be considered for use as the official artwork...

Nominations are now open for the 38thAnnual Governor’s Arts Awards, which will be presented in eight categories to individuals, businesses and organizations that have...

“Say no to prop 305,” AZED 101 group said that taking out funding in public schools could cause an unprecedented teacher shortage in the...

Hayden’s Ferry Chamber Music Series launches its fifth season with an afternoon of cello sonatas at Tempe Center for the Arts sponsored by Northern...

 Arizona teachers are invited to register for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona’s Walk On! Challenge and a chance to earn one of five...

TEMPE, Ariz. (Oct. 10, 2018) – Seniors are not the only ones involved in the decision-making process of finding a retirement community; their Adult...

PHOENIX, Ariz. (Oct. 10, 2018): Auditions for the Metropolitan Opera National Council (MONC) - Arizona District, Rocky Mountain Region are being held from 10...

There is a new phone app in town.  "Really Simple Reporting" is a free, one-touch city reporting app that works in 3000+ cities and...

Boys & Girls Clubs of the East Valley (BGCEV) announced the Board of Directors have selected Connie Perez as the new Chief Executive Officer,...

Fair goers 55 and older can enjoy complimentary admission to the Arizona State Fair on Wednesday, Oct. 17, 2018, thanks to Humana, a leading...

Escape to our 30-acre 16th Century village where Maidens, Mermaids, Merriment and Mingling await thee.  The Arizona Renaissance Festival is a medieval amusement park,...

8 Tools That Make It Easier To Buy a Home 1. You can now lock an interest rate while you shop for your new home....

In celebration of pit bull awareness month, Fix.Adopt.Save. and its alliance partners are hosting the fifth annual Pittie-Palooza at Phoenix Metrocenter Mall on October...

Ruth Urban, president and CEO of On the Money in Phoenix, writes about how the business of bookkeeping has changed over the years.  My mother...

In 2008, the stock market crashed, throwing the world economy into a tailspin. This put people’s homes at stake, delayed their retirement plans and...

Saturday is National Coffee Day and now people can drink their favorite beverage and help feed hungry kids at the same time, by purchasing...

 Female Entrepreneurs in Phoenix Get an Opportunity for Radical New Business Funding Option Starshine Communities is hosting a revolutionary new way for female business owners...

AZTV7, your Local home for fun and entertaining television, has made some lineup changes effective September 10th we think you'll enjoy...…..adding NEW and exciting Programs,...

Sourcely Holdings, Inc., a leader in aftermarket mobile device parts and services, today announced that telecom and consumer electronics industry veteran, Jeff Mandell has...

  Healthy employees are a huge benefit to a company’s bottom line. As open enrollment season approaches (Oct. 15 – Dec. 7, 2018), many...

Valley of the Sun United Way Kicks Off New ‘Operation Uplift’To Rise Up to Help Our Communities in partnership with Mercy Care Volunteer campaign to...

  (PHOENIX)– As kids return to school it’s not unusual for dermatologists to see an increase in athlete’s foot-and it not just athletes who get it. People of...

(PHOENIX)– In recognition of National Preparedness Month, local mechanics are prepared to explain how to handle road emergencies. Your Neighborhood Auto Repair Professionals (NARPRO) are available to discuss and...

Veteran Tickets Foundation (Vet Tix), a national nonprofit that has provided 5 million free event tickets to 900,000 veterans of all eras, currently serving...

Humana invites the community to attend a free Health & Wellness Fair on Thursday, Sept. 27, 2018, from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. at...

Phoenix Theatre, the largest professional regional theatre company in the Valley, is kicking off its 99th season with the classic musical, West Side Story...

On Friday, July 27th, AZTV7 took over the Londen Center and set out to stuff backpacks full of supplies for Arizona children in need....

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...