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Jeff Zink’s message for Latino voters: ‘You need to vote your faith’

Republican Jeff Zink has a message for the Latinos in Arizona’s Congressional District 3, which he’s seeking to represent. “Let me direct this solely to my Latino population …
School threats

Threats against Valley schools come with consequences

A nationwide uptick in school threats has prompted some Valley police departments to take the mess around and find out approach when it comes to charging individuals accused in those crimes. In …

The 49ers' defense will be in for a tougher test against Kyler Murray and the Cardinals

A matchup with the offensively challenged New England Patriots was just what the San Francisco 49ers' defense needed to get back on track. A better test of whether those early season struggles were a …
BUSINESS

VAI Resort in Glendale adds new feature to complex

While VAI Resort continues to work toward its expected opening in late 2025, the $1 billion hotel announced a new feature.
Business

Luke Air Force Base support organization receives grant

The Fighter Country Foundation, a Goodyear nonprofit organization supporting the community of Luke Air Force Base, has been awarded a $100,000 grant from JE Dunn Construction as part of the …
HALLOWEEN

From pumpkins to ghostly scares, West Valley places to be in October

Everything for October vibes is right here in the West Valley.

49ers look for back-to-back wins when they host the Cardinals

The San Francisco 49ers look for their first back-to-back wins of the season when they host the division rival Arizona Cardinals. The Niners rebounded from back-to-back losses against Minnesota and …

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LOCAL NEWS
NEIGHBORS

Glendale community garden forms Heart for the City

A community hub where friendship, nutrition and health are planted has cropped up in Glendale during the last decade, thanks to a dedicated non-profit organization, volunteers and city employees. …
WEST VALLEY PREPS

Dysart, Paradise Honors start climbing Arizona flag football ranks

The two smallest new flag football schools in the Surprise area are off to fairly fast starts. Along with the four Dysart Unified School District high schools, Paradise Honors High also started …
COMMUNITY

Midwestern University offers vets free dental care in Glendale

The Midwestern University Dental Institute will open its doors from 8 a.m. until 2 p.m. Friday, Oct. 25 at 5855 W. Utopia Road in Glendale  to provide free dental care and consultations to …
NEIGHBORS

BLT Kitchens opens Glendale space to prep food

BLT Kitchens opened its third commercial kitchen location Tuesday, Oct. 1, at 6727 N. 47th Ave., in Glendale. Its two other locations in Phoenix and Mesa have seen growth in the past three years …
SUBSCRIBER EXCLUSIVE

Glendale council votes on annexation later this month

Glendale's next annexation decision is set for the Oct. 22 City Council voting meeting, beginning at 5:30 p.m. The nine acres in question, are currently Maricopa County land south and west and …
THE BUZZ

These West Valley farmers markets return in October for fall

There’s really only one rule when peeking inside some of the 450 hives at Sun Tan Honey Farm. And you’ll hear the rule when you do “it,” even as a reflex.
CRIME

Glendale man arrested for decapitation of mother, charged with murder

The Glendale Police Department identified 25-year-old Alejandro David Gonzalez as the suspect in the weekend homicide of his mother. At about 11:45 p.m. Friday, Sept. 27, Glendale Police …

Cards knew a franchise reset would probably take time. Still, patience is starting to get thin

The Arizona Cardinals were in serious need of a franchise reset when coach Jonathan Gannon and general manager Monti Ossenfort were hired two seasons ago. There was an understanding it might take …
Arizona Election 2024

Self-proclaimed moderate makes moves to challenge Gosar in CD9

Quacy Smith is an avowed moderate, which makes him to the left of the majority of the Congressional district he seeks to represent. He’s running for the District 9 seat in the U.S. House …
Arizona Election 2024

Watch the one-on-one discussion with Congressional District 3 candidate here

Republican Jeff Zink will sit for a one-on-one discussion as a candidate for Congressional District 3 at 4 p.m. Sept. 30. Zink is running against Democrat and former Phoenix Councilwoman …

Cardinals rebuild goes backward in a humbling 42-14 loss to the Commanders

Kyler Murray only had a few moments to look downfield early in the third quarter before he was mauled by Washington’s Bobby Wagner and Daron Payne, taking another sack during a miserable day for …
OPINIONS WITH CIVILITY
September is National Workforce Development Month and the Greater Phoenix Chamber Foundation and Mayo Clinic urge businesses to help build a stronger talent pipeline for Arizona by offering …
Pediatric cancer: The fight continues Every 34 minutes, a child in the United States is diagnosed with cancer . This startling statistic highlights the urgent need for continued efforts in …
Arizona Congressional District 9 is one of the largest in the nation. It stretches from the West Valley to the California state line and from I-8 to the Utah state line. Despite its size, CD …
ENTERTAINMENT & THINGS TO DO
Entertainment
Inside Glendale's Foothills Branch Library, which will play host to cha cha lessons, a Bluegrass music jam and an old time acoustic jam Oct. 3-5.

Cha cha lessons lead musical weekend at Glendale Foothills library

Foothills Branch Library will play host to a cha cha dance instruction session from 6:30-7:45 p.m. at the library, 19055 N 57th Ave., Glendale. Learn the basics, and then practice your dance …
The Globetrotters’ Scooter Christensen spins a basketball before throwing out the first pitch prior to a game between the Diamondbacks and Phillies on Aug. 7, 2019, in Phoenix.

Harlem Globetrotters make Glendale stop in 2025

The Harlem Globetrotters make their return to Desert Diamond Arena in Glendale on Friday, Feb. 21, 2025. Patrons will have access to presale tickets at Ticketmaster.com. Presale began Monday. …
Construction on Thirsty Lion Gastropub and Grill in Westgate Entertainment District in Glendale shows the framework going up in this late March photo. This location will open soon and will host diners who reserve for a pre-grand opening Oct. 2-4.

Thirsty Lion invites public to pre-brew new Glendale pub

Thirsty Lion invites the public to join them at its new restaurant in Westgate Entertainment District for a pre-grand opening complimentary lunch or dinner from Oct. 2-5.   The new Thirsty …
Arizona’s Dan McCorrison will perform a special set while the judges tabulate scores at the West Valley Country Music Association’s 6th Annual Songwriting Contest on Oct. 1.

West Valley Country Music Association songwriting contest open now

The West Valley Country Music Association’s 6th Annual Songwriting Contest is underway.
Children paint during a Halloween event at Foothills Recreation Center in Glendale. This year three more events are scheduled at the center, 5600 W. Union Hills Drive.

Foothills center in Glendale embraces Halloween theme

A  series of Halloween fun will creep into the Foothills Recreation and Aquatics Center at 5600 W. Union Hills Drive, Glendale in October. Three evenings with activities for all ages offer …
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