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Geoff Baber, Academy Coach from Salem, Oregon, teaches a Community Academy course. Course are now available to the public nationwide.
Walmart now offering free classes to the public for personal, career investment
Walmart Academy was created so the superstore could train its employees to be successful in their careers. Since its inception in 2016, it has been reserved only for its associates. more
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Peoria couple adds to urban farming’s ‘growing sector’
Nestled along 75th Avenue, between Greenway and Thunderbird roads in Peoria, is a farming plot hidden in plain sight. more
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The Gold Canyon Arts Festival is a one-day event held Jan. 22 on the grounds of United Methodist Church, 6640 S. King’s Ranch Road in Gold Canyon.
Artists sought for 2022 Gold Canyon Arts Festival
      Applications from artists are being accepted until Nov. 10 for the 21st Annual Gold Canyon Arts Festival, which will be held Saturday, Jan. 22. Applications are … more
Deb Gessner (left) and Ed Reilly (right) of Bronzesmith Fine Art Foundry & Gallery worked directly with the Town of Paradise Valley and the Keane family to create the memorial statue.
Behind the scenes: The making of beloved Family Circus statue at Scottsdale railroad park
In 2013, the Town of Paradise Valley launched an initiative to create a memorial to the late Bil Keane, a long-time resident and renowned cartoonist.  Mr. Keane, the creator of the Family … more
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Civitan Foundation representative and the children it serves.
Civitan Foundation to provide meals and job opportunities for those in need
Civitan Foundation, Inc., a nonprofit dedicated to enriching the lives of children and adults with intellectual disabilities through various programs and employment services, will distribute meals to children in need at two Arizona locations this summer as part of the Summer Food Service Program (SFSP). more
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Glendale veterans memorial turns 20
Twenty years ago, local artist Joe Tyler completed his sculpture work as a memorial to veterans everywhere. more
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Olga Tipton-Tucker has been named the Peoria Independent Hometown Hero in the veteran category. The Hometown Heroes Awards are a celebration of individuals who live in the city, and Peoria businesses for their local achievements and distinguished contributions to the community.
Pushing through PTSD to give back to vets in need
Olga Tipton-Tucker’s call to serve her country has long been in her temperament — her dad served in the military for 23 years and she was surrounded by male figures who served as well. more
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Ana Guzman has over 20 years of experience in immigration rights, joining Rose Law Group's recent immigration practice area.
A passion for justice: Scottsdale immigration paralegal details meaningful work
Before Ana Guzman immigrated to the United States, she always had a passion for the law and legal matters.  In her home country of Guatemala, Ms. Guzman attended law school for two years but … more
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Scottsdale church sees local impact, growth at its monthly food drives
First Christian Church Scottsdale has a big goal for 2021: provide 7,000 pounds of food to the food bank at Vista del Camino. Less than halfway through the year, FCCS is well on its way to … more
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Meet the artist: Scottsdale resident, student Dana Corbo
Meet Dana Corbo, an artist, high school senior and Scottsdale resident who currently has work in two Scottsdale Arts exhibitions. Miss Corbo has two paintings in Scottsdale Public Art’s … more
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A passion for music: Living in two separate worlds at once
I first became aware of music around the age of two. I was marching around the breakfast table to the music of John Philip Sousa being broadcast over the radio on Don McNeill‘s Breakfast Club. … more
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Prominent Women: The Aggregate hosts inaugural ‘Stronger Together’ charity event
A total of 160 Phoenix residents gathered for The Aggregate’s inaugural “Stronger Together” Luncheon held on April 23, at Mountain Shadows Resort in the Town of Paradise Valley. … more
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32nd annual Excellence in Education event finalists announced
The Tempe Diablos are excited to announce the official finalists for the 32nd annual Excellence in Education award ceremony. more
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Scottsdale mom pens two books with son while quarantined miles apart
Hilda Villaverde, of Scottsdale, and her son in California, Ron Fusselman, may differ on accounts of whose idea it was to write their life story together, but one thing for certain is the bond bound … more
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Childhelp Wings Virtual Fashion Show nets nearly $125,000
Childhelp hosted its 14th Annual Childhelp Wings Virtual Fashion Show on Thursday, April 15, netting nearly $125,000. Proceeds from the event support the lifesaving services provided to abused … more
Grad from Sun Devil family takes advantage of all ASU has to offer
Ciera Babbrah, who hails from the Town of Paradise Valley, grew up in a Sun Devil family. With both of her parents being Arizona State University alumni and having a sister who currently attends … more
May Queen Creek Hometown Hero award goes to local son, Dr. Alexander Matheson
Queen Creek son Dr. Alexander Matheson has called the eastern Maricopa County residential enclave home long before the rural town was transformed into the bustling community it is today. But all … more
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Charitable PANDA event raises funds for children’s research center
The Phoenix Women’s Board of the Steele Children’s Research Center — also known as PANDA — recently held its annual “Children Helping Children” Fashion … more
Pictured (left to right): Todd Hornback (WTMC Co-founder/Board Chair), Mayor Eric Orsborn (Buckeye), Councilmember Bill Patena (Peoria), Mayor Michael LeVault (Youngtown), Councilmember Wally Campbell (Goodyear), Mayor Skip Hall (Surprise), Councilmember Chris Judd (Surprise), Les Meyers (WTMC Executive Director) after declaring April 22, 2021 as “White Tank Wild Day” in honor of the White Tank Mountains Conservancy’s regional connectivity efforts during an event at Skyline Regional Park in Buckeye.
West Valley cities pledge to keep White Tanks wild
Several West Valley cities joined to proclaim April 22 “White Tank Wild Day” in an effort for all to enjoy and to conserve the natural and cultural resources of range, a rare pristine landscape in the Valley that many residents and visitors enjoy each year. more
Ken Parsons was named Peoria Independent’s Hometown Hero in the Community Cheerleader category.
Parsons honored as Peoria Hometown Hero in Community Cheerleader category
To Ken Parsons, business and community are intrinsically intertwined. more
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