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Multiple winning lottery tickets sold across Arizona on Saturday
PHOENIX — Nearly $1.4 million in lottery winnings were reported over the weekend in Arizona. Four lottery tickets purchased throughout the Grand Canyon State yielded big jackpots for their recipients after Saturday's drawings, according to the Arizona Lottery. A Powerball ticket purchased at a Circle K near 7th Avenue...
Which grocery stores sell the most in the Phoenix metro? Here's the list
The Phoenix metro’s grocery market is dominated by Fry’s Food Stores, which stands to grow its footprint as Fry’s parent company, Ohio-based Kroger Co., negotiates an acquisition of Safeway and Albertsons stores. According to research done by Chain Store Guide, Fry’s Food Stores has 93 locations in Maricopa and Pinal counties, and in 2023 saw nearly $5.6 billion in sales in the market, easily topping the list and commanding a 28.32% market share over its closest competitor,...
This new mom-and-pop Mesa bakery is a 'love letter' to the community
Against the Grain opened in June inside a small and cozy suite on Main Street in downtown Mesa. From the moment you step through the intricate wrought iron front door, the vibe inside the restaurant is welcoming and homey with a shelf of board games inviting guests to stay a while. Past the smattering of tables, more shelves are filled with a plethora of gluten-free products for sale, from cookies and baking mixes to frozen dinners...
Where in Arizona do you prefer to shop for groceries? Vote in our poll
Going to the grocery store can be a chore, but a supermarket that feels familiar and stocks all your favorites can make the necessity much more enjoyable. The Phoenix metro has a wide variety of types of grocery stores, ranging from locally-based large chains like Sprouts Farmers Market to superstores like Walmart and Target, smaller footprint stores like Aldi, and traditional food stores like Fry’s and Safeway. ...
National Ice Cream Day 2024: All the freebies, deals and discounts in metro Phoenix
No need to get frosty — National Ice Cream Day (July 21 this year) is almost here and stores throughout metro Phoenix are offering freebies and discounts. In 1984, President Ronald Regan declared the third Sunday of July as National Ice Cream Day and July as National Ice Cream Month.
Things To Do Around the Valley This Week (July 22-28)
This is a curated list of weekly events around the Phoenix area for July 22-28. Calendar listings include public events and attractions from around the Valley and state. Confirm information before making plans by calling the listed phone number, or check each website for last minute confirmation or cancellations. E-mail calendar.events@citieswestmedia.com to submit events for consideration.
Looking for a furry friend? Adopt these 3 puppies through the Arizona Humane Society
PHOENIX (AZFamily) — It’s a puppy party! Three adorable puppies joined Good Morning Arizona for our Sunday Sweetheart segment — and these little bundles of joy are looking for their forever families!. Tumbleweed, Sienna and Tawny came to the Arizona Humane Society from the San Carlos Apache...
"Topgolf of Pickleball' slated to open Tempe location this winter
The "Topgolf of Pickleball" is slated to open in south Tempe later this year, just a few miles from the recently shuttered Picklemall.The big picture: The Electric Pickle — a bar, restaurant and pickleball combo — broke ground more than a year ago, and construction is well underway near IKEA and Main Event at Warner and I-10.Zoom in: The Electric Pickle will have indoor and outdoor dining areas, two bars, a pro shop and nine pickleball courts, the Phoenix Business Journal reported.The concept is partially backed by Eureka! Restaurant Group, which opened its first Arizona restaurant in Tempe's Novus Place earlier this year.What they're saying: "We want to create a fun, high-energy food and beverage experience with this giant entertainment concept," Eureka! founder Paul Frederick told the Business Journal.What we're watching: Electric Pickle's Instagram says it will open this winter, but the opening date has been delayed in the past.When it was first announced in 2021, the developers told the Arizona Republic they were aiming to open in 2022 or 2023, and the signage at the construction site still says "Spring 2024."
10 tons of snow, ice bring heat relief to Phoenix Zoo
Here’s a phrase you don’t expect to hear this time of year: snow day. But that’s what the Phoenix Zoo recently celebrated. It’s not a typical sound or sight at the Phoenix Zoo. Four people feed 40 pound bags of ice into a machine that blows out 10 tons of snow.
WNBA All-Star game expected to be a win for downtown restaurants and businesses
PHOENIX — The WNBA All-Star Game and festivities were a thrill for the thousands of people in attendance. Fans came to see their favorite players and cheer on their favorite team, the WNBA All-Stars and/or Team USA, but for some, the real winners were the businesses and restaurants downtown.
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