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Assistance League of Phoenix fills the void left by vicious cycle of poverty
The children are our future. The nice sentiment of future generations becoming the leaders of tomorrow oftentimes comes with the blood, sweat and tears of family members, school leaders --- and … more
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Joe Sammartino using his radio.
Local amateur radio operators meet daily - on the air
Members of the local amateur radio community have overcome the social separation issue imposed during the corona virus, by meeting using their radios. For amateur radio operators, also known as … more
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Rachel Charisa Rizzi
Rachel Charisa Rizzi of Apache Junction dies at 34
Rachel Charisa Rizzi, 34, of Apache Junction, died May 17. She attended Gold Canyon Elementary School, Thunder Mountain Middle School and Apache Junction High School. She is the daughter of … more
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“For five years, Red Nose Day has tapped into the power of laughter, engagement and entertainment to bring Americans together to change the stories of millions of children in need,” Alison Moore, CEO of Comic Relief US, the nonprofit organization behind Red Nose Day, said.
Walgreens takes 'Red Nose Day' digital, championing fight against child poverty
Red Nose Day is back for the sixth year at Walgreens, with 240 locations across Arizona. While the mission to raise money to end child poverty remains more important now than ever, the "Red Nose" … more
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5 Apache Junction council candidates promote shopping local in video
On May 10, the five Apache Junction residents who are candidates for City Council came together at Flatiron Community Park to film a quick video for the community. They are Braden Biggs, … more
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A view of students a part of The Be Kind People Project focused on teaching area youth the virtues and positive impacts of acting kind to others.
Through empathetic approach, The Be Kind People Project seeks better day for all
There is a Scottsdale-based 501(c)3 nonprofit organization focused on educating the next generation of the virtues and necessity of treating all people --- all creeds, colors and religious beliefs … more
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From left are Paws and Claws Care Center volunteer Frieda Hamilton, Superstition Mountain Museum administrator Tammy Noordyke, PCCC volunteer Anne Zika and SMM volunteer John Noordyke.
Superstition Mountain Museum collects supplies for Paws and Claws Care Center
Donations of more than 300 pounds of pet food along with pet treats, blankets, disinfectant cleaning supplies, towels and more than $200 in cash were given to Paws and Claws Care Center in Apache … more
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From left are Steve Pilkington; his wife, Jennifer; and Larry Fitzgerald.
Mesa nurse gets surprise visit from Arizona Cardinals’ Larry Fitzgerald
Steve Pilkington got the surprise of his life this week when football legend Larry Fitzgerald, wide receiver for the Arizona Cardinals, stopped by his house to drop off dinner to thank Mr. … more
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Photo by Arianna Grainey\r
Photos: Valley flyover honors frontline workers
In honor of frontline workers in the battle against COVID-19, several aircraft from Luke Air Force Base conducted a flyover above a majority of Valley communities on May 1. The event included the … more
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Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust continues rapid response to COVID-19 crisis
Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust has awarded $2,510,000 in emergency grants to help six hospitals and hospital systems in Maricopa County respond to the COVID-19 health crisis. The Trust also … more
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GLSEN Phoenix Day of Silence honors LGBTQ+ students with virtual event April 24
The GLSEN Day of Silence is a national student-led demonstration where LGBTQ+ students and allies all around the country --- and the world ---take a vow of silence to protest the harassment and … more
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Paula Cullison, the Arizona Women’s Partnership founder/president.
Arizona Women’s Partnership awards more than $52K in grants
The Arizona Women’s Partnership, Inc., an all-volunteer philanthropic non-profit, providing grants to grass roots charities assisting underserved women and children at risk in the state, announces that it has hit the $500,000 mark. more
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Post chalk art to social media channels, using #LetsChalkAZ and tagging Bashas' Supermarkets, for a chance to win a $50 grocery gift card.
Chalk art sought, 'Bakery Creation Stations' at Bashas' supermarkets
Arizonans who are looking for ways to have some fun this month are invited to check out a couple of ideas from Bashas' supermarkets. Bashas' Supermarkets are offering "Bakery … more
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Scenic Mesa: Easter Bunny cactus near Usery Park
"Easter Bunny cactus photo on North Ellsworth road near Usery Park in Mesa," writes photographer Todd Roberts.The Independent encourages residents to submit their favorite scenic or wildlife photos … more
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Hannah O’Toole
Apache Junction choir student receives 'best in class' recognition
Hannah O’Toole, a choir student at Apache Junction High School, 2525 N. Ironwood Drive in Apache Junction, has even more to sing about now. The high school freshman was nominated in the Best … more
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Pinal County District 5 Supervisor Todd House with more than 35,000 diapers from his annual "Diaper Drive."
District 5 Supervisor Todd House collects 35,000 diapers for low-income families
Pinal County District 5 Supervisor Todd House has an annual "Diaper Drive," taking donations to purchase diapers, then distributing them through local human-aid agencies. “This year … more
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Emergency relief grants available for Arizona artists, arts professionals
As part of broader crisis response strategies, Arizona arts funders and service organizations have set up a collaborative fund to provide emergency relief grants of $500-$1,500 to artists and arts … more
Ability360 Sports & Fitness Center offers state-of-the-art support of individuality for all
A life solely under the guidance of one’s self is an ability most have --- but many do not --- and the understanding of this truth of life is at the core of a Phoenix-based nonprofit mission … more
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The Awareness Walk to End Homelessness is moving online as Human Services Campus deals with the COVID-19 pandemic.
Human Service Campus takes homelessness awareness walk online
The second annual Human Services Campus Awareness Walk to End Homelessness is moving from the street to homes across the Valley as it goes virtual. more
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Rosie Portugal-Brastad of Project Help with her son, Brys Brastad.
Creating a 'Rosie' outlook with Project Help
The rat-a-tat clicking of her abuela Guadalupe’s treadle sewing machine was a reassuring and familiar sound when Rosie Portugal-Brastad was a child. At 10 years old she took a seat next to … more
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