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Schools receiving grants are located in Tempe Elementary School District, Kyrene School District, Tempe Union High School District and New School for Arts and Academics.
Tempe doubles arts grants for schools
Tempe is distributing nearly $60,000 this fall among 25 schools to grow arts education. The grants, nearly double last year’s investment, provide fine arts teachers in Tempe with money to … more
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Spirit week commemorates ASU’s Psyche mission launch
Access ASU is celebrating the Arizona State University-led NASA Psyche mission launch with a themed spirit week and photo contest for students throughout the state. The Psyche mission, selected by NASA’s discovery program, will launch on Oct. 5, starting its journey to an asteroid orbiting the sun between Mars and Jupiter. more
Competing in his first steinholding contest at Four Peaks in Tempe, Matt Wszalek wins the first heat of the day by holding his stein up for five minutes, and seven seconds. (Photo by Lucas Gordon/Cronkite News)
Tempe Brewery embraces Bavarian tradition of steinholding for Oktoberfest
TEMPE – On a typical Thursday night in the middle of September, sports fans scurry to bars to get their weekend started with their first glimpse of football for the next three days. The … more
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Arizona Education Association nominates Kyrene staff member for national award
The Arizona Education Association has named Steve Schaeffer, an instructional assistant at Kyrene de la Paloma Elementary School, as Arizona’s official state nominee for the National Education Association's Education Support Professional of the Year award. more
Candace Kanavel will compete in the Miss USA Pageant on Sept. 29..
Tempe police officer ready to walk the runway in Miss USA Pageant
Win or lose, Candace Kanavel will establish a first on Friday night. She will become the only police officer to walk the runway in the Miss USA Pageant. Kanavel, a Tempe police officer who … more
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ASU Rotaract volunteers recently participated in an Adopt a Street cleanup project. The Rotaract Club at Arizona State University is a Rotary International-sponsored service organization for young adults, focused on community service, international relations and leadership.
Rotary clubs partner for Tempe cleanup project
Three Rotary clubs joined forces in a volunteer cleanup effort supported by the city of Tempe. Adopt a Street project was led by the Rotary Club of Camelback Crossroads Rotary Club with support … more
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The Dandy Warhols will kick off their new fall tour in Tempe on Oct. 6.
Dandy Warhols to open new fall tour in Tempe
The Dandy Warhols will kick off a fall tour in Tempe in support of their upcoming new album. more
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Volunteers at a recent Keep Tempe Beautiful cleanup effort.
Volunteers needed to keep Tempe Town Lake beautiful
Keep Tempe Beautiful will be cleaning up Tempe Town Lake on Saturday and is looking for some help. Volunteers are invited to participate in one or all of three hourlong shifts, the first … more
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Boots in the Park returns to Tempe Sept. 22-23.
Country music crowds close, restrict Tempe streets Friday, Saturday
Boots in the Park will bring country artists to Tempe Beach Park Friday and Saturday in addition to some traffic changes in the downtown area. Blake Shelton, Brooks & Dunn and several other … more
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Photo by Arianna Grainey/Independent Newsmedia
Community concerned with Tempe’s proposed anti-discrimination ordinance change
Local landlords and a multihousing association official spoke up at a recent meeting about Tempe’s proposed change to its anti-discrimination ordinance that would expand protections to sources of income, including federal and local housing vouchers. more
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Renee Potter works on her floral design at a recent national competition.
Tempe business owner wins national floral artistry event
Renee Potter, owner of Fred's Flowers in Tempe, has been recognized for her floral designs at a national competition. Potter, who lives in Ahwatukee, won the Mid America Invitational Cup at an … more
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Junior Achievement’s BizTown, 636 W. Southern Ave. in Tempe, introduces students to economic concepts, workplace skills and personal and business finances.
ASU opens 'store' at Junior Achievement’s BizTown in Tempe
The ASU Shop at JA BizTown in Tempe opened Wednesday with a goal of providing students with an opportunity to learn as they explore careers. Junior Achievement’s BizTown, 636 W. Southern … more
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DPS officials said a car was stopped Wednesday morning traveling more than 100 mph along I-10 in Tempe.
Arizona trooper uses grappler to stop car on I-10 in Tempe
An Arizona Department of Public Safety trooper used a grappler to stop a car seen traveling more than 100 mph early Wednesday morning along Interstate 10 in Tempe. Troopers had followed the car, but … more
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Defense department picks ASU for CHIPS project, awards $39M
The U.S. Department of Defense has chosen Arizona State University to be among eight locations for a Microelectronics Commons regional innovation hub. Deputy Secretary of Defense Kathleen Hicks on … more
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Sixteen-year-old Darius Hunt was last seen at his home in Guadalupe on Saturday, Sept. 16
MCSO looks for missing Guadalupe teen
The Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help in locating a missing 16-year-old from Guadalupe. Darius Hunt was last seen at about 7:40 p.m., Saturday, Sept. … more
Coyotes right wing Jan Jenik, right, battles Vancouver defenseman Cole McWard for the puck April 13, 2023, in Tempe.
Coyotes sign Jenik to 1-year deal
Arizona Coyotes General Manager Bill Armstrong announced today that the team has signed forward Jan Jenik to a one-year, two-way contract. more
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Movies in Kiwanis Park will take place every Friday in October.
Fridays in October mean Tempe movies in the park
Family friendly movies will be shown every Friday in October at  Kiwanis Park in Tempe. "Toy Story" will be first on the screen Oct. 6. The month ends with the Family Boo Bash 6-10 p.m. … more
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Maricopa County Community College District office.
Maricopa County college district selects 3 provost finalists
The Maricopa County Community College District has selected three finalists for the executive vice chancellor and provost. The search committee, comprised of college and community … more
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Photo by Arianna Grainey
Water-absorbing bricks will help cool Tempe's Smith Innovation Hub
The Tempe Engineering and Transportation Department has plans for installing new sidewalk bricks at the Smith Innovation Hub that would contribute to surface cooling.  more
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Michael Pollock has either redeveloped or developed 32 commercial properties representing more than 1 million square feet just in the city of Chandler alone.
Valley real estate entrepreneur Michael Pollack honored for 50 years of impact
Longtime real estate redeveloper and philanthropist Michael Pollack is celebrating 50 years of redeveloping some of the Valley’s most landmark properties. more
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Naomi Rodgers portrays Tina Turner in the “Tina!” musical coming to ASU Gammage in Tempe starting Tuesday, Oct. 10.
Tina Turner musical set to open Gammage run in Tempe
The North American touring production of “Tina! – The Tina Turner Musical” is coming to Tempe. more
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During the entire month of October, $1 from every dessert sold at all Picazzo's locations will go toward funding research for a cure for Rett Syndrome
Picazzo’s announces ‘Raising for Rett’ fundraising campaign in October
October is Rett Syndrome Awareness Month and Picazzo’s Healthy Italian Kitchen announces its ongoing “Raising for Rett” fundraising campaign. The goal, according to Picazzo’s … more
Communities across the country are seeing increased interest in walkable communities, expressing a desire for better public transit and alternative transportation.
Increased interest in walkable communities observed across Valley neighborhoods
Housing is being offered in walkable areas to be more sustainable, offer improved standards of living and build community in less car-dependent neighborhoods. more
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Tempe will celebrate Indigenous Peoples' Day Oct. 9 with a paid city holiday.
Tempe approves paid city holiday to honor Indigenous peoples
Tempe employees will receive a paid holiday Oct. 9 following the city council’s decision to observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day. The council voted unanimously this month in favor of the … more
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