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Q&A: Litchfield school board candidates address learning loss
School districts across the country are dealing with learning loss after more than two years of pandemic-related disruptions. How do you plan to do to address learning loss in LESD schools at the … more
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A concrete coffin awaites burial at the White Tanks Cemetary Friday, July 22, 2005 in Buckeye, Ariz. The cemetary is the final resting place for about 350 people each year including those without family and the homeless. In the span of a week, 14 homless people have perished on the streets of metropolitan Phoenix in the midst of a record heat wave that wrought devastation among the city's homeless. (AP Photo/Matt York)..
Alone, but not forgotten: Officials, volunteers care for indigent dead in Maricopa County
Legendary filmmaker and affordable wine pitchman Orson Welles once said: “We’re born alone, we live alone, we die alone. Only through our love and friendship can we create the illusion … more
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A couple poses with their bratwurst at the 2019 Oktoberfest celebration. [Submitted photo]
Oktoberfest at The Wigwam returns to Litchfield Park
It’s that time of year again! Dust off your lederhosen and break out the beer steins for Litchfield Park’s annual Oktoberfest at The Wigwam resort. Enjoy live music, lawn games, … more
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Litchfield Elementary seeks funds for playground
Recess should be a time for a kid to exercise, explore and have fun with friends — but at Litchfield Elementary School, playground offerings are limited.  Students from third to fifth … more
Members of the public have a bite to eat in the future social service hall after taking a tour of the site.
West Valley shelter targeting family homelessness to open next spring
Beginning next year, the Southwest Valley will have more tools in its kit to help combat the rising wave of homelessness, especially among families. The West Valley Housing Assistance Center, … more
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Wigwam nominated for multiple historic hotel awards
Litchfield Park’s historic Wigwam is a nominee in four separate categories in the 2022 Historic Hotels Awards by Historic Hotels of America.  The Wigwam, completed in 1929, is a nominee … more

Q&A: Get to know Arizona Senate candidates for Legislative District 29
Republican Janae Shamp is facing off against Democrat David Raymer for the state senator seat in Legislative District 29. more
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Q&A: Get to know Arizona House candidates for Legislative District 29
Three candidates are battling for two seats in the Arizona House of Representatives for Legislative District 29. more
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MCSO investigates shooting at Litchfield Park home
The Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office said Thursday afternoon that detectives are “actively processing the scene” of a shooting that occurred earlier in the day at Litchfield Park … more
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Four students enrolled in Southwest Valley high schools made it to the National Merit semifinals, the organization announced Wednesday.
Four Southwest Valley students named National Merit semifinalists
Four Southwest Valley high school seniors have been named class of 2023 semifinalists in the National Merit Scholarship program. The Southwest Valley semifinalists named Wednesday in the 68th … more
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Dr. Leonard Kirschner (right) poses for a photo during a visit to the office of Arizona Sen. Mark Kelly earlier this year.
Litchfield doctor attends White House Inflation Reduction Act celebration
President Joe Biden and thousands of his supporters from around the country attended a White House celebration Tuesday afternoon, lauding the passage of the so-called Inflation Reduction Act, signed … more
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Mixed-use development proposed in heart of Litchfield Park
Big plans are in the works for the lot on the northwest corner of Litchfield Road and Wigwam Boulevard — the undeveloped, 15-acre patch of dirt across from the future city center. JDM … more
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A rendering of what the mixed-use space might look like once completed.
Wigwam owners seek controversial rezone
Investment firm JDM Partners is asking Litchfield Park to take another look at a proposed mixed-use development on the northwest corner of Litchfield Road and Wigwam Boulevard. JDM Partners, which … more
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Ribbons Tea House is located in Litchfield Park
Litchfield Foodie Watch: Ribbons Tea House
Nestled in Litchfield Park’s Tierra Verde Downtown Center is a tea-lovers dream: Ribbons Tea House, owned and operated by the Mounce family.  This charming, family-run business is … more
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Boys and Girls Club in need of West Valley volunteers
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Arizona is in desperate need of volunteers after launching its new group mentorship program with a grant from the Diane & Bruce Halle Foundation. The … more
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A coalition of three West Valley school districts has developed a program with a mission that includes ensuring the community around a school is informed on procedures in the event of a crisis on campus.
3 West Valley school districts form safety coalition
The Agua Fria high school, Avondale and Litchfield elementary school districts have started a West Valley Safety Coalition to help educate staff, students and community members on protocols during a … more
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Election results roundup for Goodyear, Litchfield Park
The cities of Goodyear and Litchfield Park both held primary elections for mayor and city council this month, though some races were more competitive than others. Mayors in both cities appeared on … more
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This Avondale brewery with a fantasy bent serves up an ancient beverage of fermented honey and yeast.
Brewery with fantasy flare serves up ancient beverage in Avondale
Scale and Feather Meadery in Avondale is not your average brewery. The establishment, run by “adventuring party” Tamara Chaney, Ben Chaney and Amber DeGiso, specializes in mead, … more
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Motorcycle mechanic school moves to Avondale
Universal Technical Institute's motorcycle mechanic school has relocated from Phoenix to the institute’s campus in Avondale, after first announcing the consolidation in 2020.   The … more
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Construction on the first of three roundabouts planned for the Litchfield Square development project will begin Nov. 29 on Litchfield Road.
Litchfield seeks to amend zoning for planned downtown core
Litchfield Park city staff are recommending a few changes to the zoning code for its planned Litchfield Square development which is still in its early construction phase.  Striking hookah … more
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Bobbi Magdaleno, left, ASU community and government relations, accepts her President’s Choice Award from Westmarc CEO Sintra Hoffman during the 2021 Best of the West awards.
Westmarc seeking nominations for Best of the West
Westmarc, the West Valley's economic development and government group, is again looking to recognize the region's best projects and is seeking nominations for the 30th annual Best of the West Awards. more
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