Opinion | Tempe Independent

Caradonna: Security companies much properly destroy, recycle hard drives

Properly disposing of important documents and electronics is an important security step for any business. Firms request the services of document shredding companies regularly and companies that do … more

By Joe Caradonna, owner of ProShred Arizona | 4/24/24

Jackson: Benefits of physical therapy when overcoming opioid abuse

In the journey to overcoming opioid abuse, many treatment facilities often prioritize addressing the mental aspects of addiction. However, incorporating physical therapy proves to be an invaluable … more

By Lyndzie Jackson, a doctor of physical therapy and director of physical therapy at Recovia, which has a location in Tempe | 4/20/24

Fischbeck: Keeping your home safe on a budget

Security concerns are always at the top of mind for homeowners. Whether you are wanting to protect your packages from porch pirates or protecting your family from intruders you can install a security … more

By Jason Fischbeck, owner of Automated Environments in Mesa | 4/19/24

ASU Deputy Vice President of Educational Outreach and Student Services Vanessa Ruiz

Ruiz: Avoid leaving money on the table for college expenses through FAFSA

More than $4 billion in Federal Pell Grants went unclaimed by the class of 2023 simply because they did not fill out the free application for Federal Financial Aid. more

By Vanessa Ruiz | ASU Deputy Vice President of Educational Outreach and Student Services | 3/27/24

Smith: Create a beautiful backyard desert landscape on a budget

Transforming your backyard into a desert oasis doesn’t have to cost you thousands of dollars. By strategically planning and using a bit of imagination, you can design the backyard of your … more

By Tom Smith, owner of Desert Designer Landscape & Development in Tempe | 3/26/24

Telepak: Backyard casitas make multigenerational living possible

A few years ago, we read Marie Kondo's book, "The Life Changing Magic of Tidying Up," and watched her show and others, like "The Gentle Art of Swedish Death Cleaning" and "Queer Eye" — all … more

Ted and Genine Telepak | Tempe | 3/22/24

Daniels: FIND Act will help patients

There are not many issues in Congress that are as important as life or death, but there is one that might be. more

3/20/24

David Lucier, Tempe City Council Candidate

Lucier: Continuing a life of service

The son of two World War II veterans, I began my path of public service at age 19. I enlisted in the U.S. Army, became a Green Beret and served in Vietnam. more

By David Lucier | Tempe City Council Candidate | 3/3/24

Gabe Hagen, co-owner of Brick Road Coffee in Tempe

Hagen: A disturbing trend in Tempe's civic discourse

In recent days, a troubling pattern has emerged within our community, one that undermines the very principles of open dialogue and accountability that are fundamental to a healthy democracy. more

By Gabe Hagen | Brick Road Coffee House Co-Owner | 3/3/24

Everything you wanted to know about the World Series … but were afraid to ask [Photo gallery]

Imagine you’re at an outdoor dinner party (yes, COVID-friendly). It’s October, and the conversation steers towards the World Series. While you are generally culturally literate, you know … more

By Jill Ebstein for InsideSources.com | 10/25/21

Christensen: Health literacy more important than ever for Arizonans in ongoing COVID-19 crisis [Photo gallery]

The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has impacted millions across the country, and Arizona has not been spared. This virus and its resulting economic fallout have put a harsh spotlight on rising health care … more

By Donna M. Christensen, Consumers for Quality Care | 10/25/21