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The board of directors of Desert Foothills Land Trust has hired a new president and CEO, Raena Kamakahi, who will assume her leadership role June 15, 2026.
Desert Foothills Land Trust launches August match challenge for desert conservation
Desert Foothills Land Trust announced the launch of its August Match Challenge, offering donors the opportunity to double their conservation impact through a matching gift program. Two anonymous … more
Personal information should be wiped before turning in cell phones.
Wipe your phone before you let it go
A new phone is exciting, but many people hesitate to trade in, sell or recycle their old device because they're worried about their personal information. As a result, countless old phones end up … more
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Independent Newsmedia Inc., USA, has acquired the Fountain Hills Times and its related publications and services.
Archives available of past Independent Newsmedia stories
To see our archives Our online  archive  contains staff-written and other selected articles from 2008 to the present. Searches are free. You may purchase individual articles for $2.95 … more
Summer meal programs help ensure Arizona students continue to have access to nutritious food when school cafeterias would otherwise be closed during summer break.
As SNAP shrinks and food banks struggle, schools become Arizona's summer safety net
Arizona has seen a dramatic decline in SNAP participation over the past year. Multiple reports show hundreds of thousands of Arizonans have lost food assistance benefits, including more than 200,000 children. more
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Mr. Pickle's owner Michael Nelson with team members Emily Wallin and Chris Schefler at the Fast Casual event.
Michael Nelson Honored as 2026 Fast Casual Top 100 Movers & Shakers
Proud Arizona business owner Michael Nelson has been named among the Top 100 Movers & Shakers in the United States by Fast Casual, accepting the honor on behalf of his brand, Mr. Pickle’s … more
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Independent launches Insider Perks
We appreciate our readers and we're continuing to look at ways to show our gratitude.  In appreciate of you, we have launched Subscriber Perks, where we partner with local businesses to offer … more
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Lindsey Manz
Making family meals merry through mindful eating
Between festive desserts, classroom celebrations, stocking stuffers and tasty gifts arriving from friends and family, the holiday season brings endless opportunities for sugar overload. As a result, … more
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Michael Jones
Report: Arizonans Strengthen Understanding of Whole Body Health and Oral Wellness
Whole person health is gaining traction across Arizona as residents recognize the role oral health plays in overall wellbeing. Findings from the 2025 Delta Dental of Arizona “Examining Oral … more
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Support your favorite charity on Giving Tuesday
It's Giving Tuesday, and there's many worthwhile charities that could use your support throughout Arizona.  After you donate to your favorite nonprofit organizations, you may want to … more
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Nikki Wasilish (left) and her mother, Stephanie (Stacy) Wasilishin (right) on her 32nd birthday.
Cave Creek woman turns lifelong trauma into advocacy for murdered mother
Nikki Wasilishin’s life changed forever when her mother was murdered more than 32 years ago. Now the Cave Creek resident, a Cactus Shadows high school graduate who teaches Pre-K at Quality … more
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Columnist: Prioritizing your health: Is it really worth compromising?
Is it really worth compromising? You've spent years building a lifestyle defined by comfort, success, and rewarding experiences. Now, as you embrace your later years, it's becoming clear that your greatest treasure isn't your wealth, it's your health. more
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