Local teacher receives $25K cash prize
It was the surprise of a lifetime for Ana Gutierrez when she was presented with the prestigious Milken Educator Award—and its..
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Public art project dedicated on Hatcher
A new public art project created as part of the Hatcher Road Improvement plan was dedicated during the Sunnyslope Art Walk on April 11...
Overhaul of tennis center is complete
The newly renovated Phoenix Tennis Center, 6330 N. 21st Ave., held its grand reopening on April 11, featuring free youth and adult tennis..
Two local Girl Scouts earn Gold Award
Two North Central Phoenix young women have earned their Girl Scout Gold Award, the highest honor a Girl Scout can receive. Both are members..
Pet of the Month: Rex could be the king of your castle
When Rex’s owner picked up another job, the 1-year-old German shepherd mix became very depressed waiting at doggie daycare for his owner..
How technology is stimulating AZ’s future
“Technology Stimulating Arizona’s Future” will be the topic at the Arizona Association for Economic Development’s (AAED) May..
Free admission on ‘Museum Day’
International Museum Day, organized on or around May 18 each year, aims at raising public awareness about the vital role museums play in..
Law firm helps dress for success
In an effort to help women who are re-entering the workforce, the Gallagher & Kennedy law firm located at 2575 E. Camelback Road,..
Local teacher receives $25,000 cash prize
It was the surprise of a lifetime for Ana Gutierrez when she was presented with the prestigious Milken Educator Award—and its..
HomeSmart lauded for record growth
Arizona-based real estate firm HomeSmart is setting record growth. Last month Home Smart was ranked at the top of two prestigious real..
Upscale apartments open on 16th Street
The new @51 apartment community recently opened for renters at the southeast corner of 16th Street and Georgia, ideally situated with ease..
School Briefs
Creighton Elementary School District Loma Linda sports courts get makeover Volunteer students and teachers from Loma Linda Elementary, 2002..
Sign up now for summer music
Prelude piano classes for young musicians are offered Fridays in June and July at Music Works Academy (MWA), 302 W. Bethany Home Road. A..
MDA summer camp seeks volunteers
The Muscular Dystrophy Association seeks volunteer counselors to care for youngsters with muscular dystrophy and related diseases at the..
Honor the contributions of the nation’s seniors
In May the United States recognizes Older Americans Month to acknowledge older Americans and their contributions to the nation. More than..
Homebound seniors benefit from your time
Younger adults who want to connect to an older generation are invited to volunteer with Duet, which provides a variety of services to..
Help your kids become mini chefs this summer
Help your children to get creative in the kitchen this summer as they learn a skill that will benefit them for a lifetime. Kim Hopper of..
Free class looks at cancer risks, prevention
SCAN Health Plan of Arizona offers a free “Cancer 101” workshop 10:15-11:15 a.m. Tuesday, May 19 at the Devonshire Senior Center, 2802..
Free summer meals available for kids
The USDA has partnered with St. Mary’s Food Bank to once again provide free summer meals to children ages 18 an younger throughout the..
Veterans honored with flag wall painting
The previously nondescript building that houses the VFW Post is now proudly sporting a large waving flag on its southern wall, thanks to a..
Enjoy tumbling fun during summer break
It’s time for summer day camp at The Arizona Sunrays Gymnastics & Dance Center, 3110 E. Thunderbird Road Children ages 3 to 13 will..
Phoenix Tool Shed is open for business
The Phoenix Tool Shed is a registered nonprofit tool lending library located in the Woodlea-Melrose neighborhood, on 11th Avenue between..
Free ‘vegetable valet’ at farmers market
Uptown Farmers Market is the first farmers market to partner with the Careers through Culinary Arts Program (C-CAP), to offer Vegetable..
Agency program benefits AZ Trail
Pioneer Title Agency has partnered with the Arizona Trail Association to celebrate its 30th anniversary in an unconventional manner: an..
