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Comedy showdown at Cactus Jack’s a big success
The Valley has a new queen of comedy and Ahwatukee comedian and promoter Anthony Solimini thinks he’s on to a good thing. Solomini, a retired international banking executive who became a comic and created HaHaTukee, co-produced a showdown for Valley comedians with Comedy School founder Tony Vicich that brought some of the funniest men and women together for weeks in an elimination competition at Cactus Jack’s Grill at 48th Street and Elliot Road.
Phoenix Heat Warning: Prepare for 109° Temperatures by Tuesday
Phoenix, AZ – The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a heat warning for Phoenix as temperatures are expected to reach 109° by Tuesday. Residents are urged to take precautions during this period of intense heat, which is part of a broader warming trend expected early next week.
Phoenix police release footage of officer-involved shooting that left Imani Jackson dead
Phoenix police released security and body camera footage on Friday from an officer-involved shooting that occurred on August 10. In the incident, officers shot and killed 46-year-old Imani Jackson after he allegedly fired a gun near a group of people and attempted to flee from police. At about 3:35 a.m., Phoenix police first...
Grant Thornton names Jessica Estrada as leader of firm’s Phoenix office
Grant Thornton, one of America’s largest brands of professionals providing end-to-end audit, assurance, tax, and advisory services, has named Jessica Estrada as the firm’s new market managing principal for Phoenix. In this role, Estrada will drive growth and lead strategy execution in the Phoenix market, while helping her team deliver personalized client experiences.
Mercury prevail past Dream 82-80 in down-to-the-wire finish
The Olympian trio of Kahleah Copper, Diana Taurasi and Brittney Griner combined for 56 points for the Phoenix Mercury who bounced back after a 72-63 loss on Wednesday to the Atlanta Dream with a dramatic, 82-80 win. Thank you for reading this post, don't forget to subscribe!. Griner finished with...
Celebrating 70 years of Wallace and Ladmo
The Wallace and Ladmo Show turned 70 years old on April 1. Now, an exhibition about the show is opening at Sunnyslope Historical Society & Museum. The Wallace and Ladmo Show was a children’s program that aired on KPHO in Phoenix from 1954 to 1989. Bill Thompson, who hosted the show, created the character of Wallace Snead. Ladimir Kwiatkowski, a cameraman working at the station at the time, joined the show as Ladmo. In 1960, Pat McMahon joined the cast and developed a list of characters, including Gerald, Aunt Maud, Captain Super and Marshall Good.
US Army trains military health personnel at HonorHealth trauma center
PHOENIX (AZFamily) — HonorHealth is helping provide hands-on trauma care for military personnel through life-like simulations. Located at the Osborn Medical Center, the training facility is 15,500- square feet and is equipped with mock rooms to help these personnel complete their training. “If we have a situation where we...
A Spinning Diana Taurasi Dropped Breathtaking No-Look Dime to Mercury Teammate
The 42-year-old veteran pulled off a vintage stunning pass to start the Mercury's fast break. At 42 years old, Phoenix Mercury veteran Diana Taurasi has still got it. In the second quarter of the Mercury's matchup against the Atlanta Dream on Friday night, Taurasi deflected a pass on defense and tipped it to herself. Trying to push the ball down the floor on a fast break, Taurasi spun around and flung a no-look pass to teammate Mikiah Herbert Harrigan, who caught it on one bounce and laid it in for two points.
Diamondbacks lose another reliever on waivers
Another Diamondbacks reliever has been claimed off waivers, as the Chicago Cubs have claimed right-hander Gavin Hollowell. Arizona had designated him for assignment when they signed infielder Luis Guillorme on Tuesday. Thank you for reading this post, don't forget to subscribe!. Hollowell, 26, spent one day on the major league...
Mesa business owner sentenced to 5 years for health care fraud
PHOENIX — A Mesa woman was sentenced this week to 66 months in prison for defrauding Arizona’s Medicaid program. Diana Moore was also ordered to pay more than $21 million in restitution to the Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System (AHCCCS) after pleading guilty to wire fraud and money laundering on July 10, 2023.
Each Big 12 Football Team’s Worst-Case Record for 2024
ARIZONA: 7-5 What happens: Maybe the vibes just aren’t that good under first-year coach Brent Brennan? Maybe the chemistry between quarterback Noah Fifita and wide receiver Tetairoa McMillan isn’t the same as a year ago? Maybe that Desert Swarm defense loses its way? It could be a combination of things that get to the Wildcats. But, even in the worst case, Arizona still makes a bowl game.
Sprouts to open 2 new stores in Phoenix area
Phoenix-based supermarket chain Sprouts Farmers Market is opening two new Valley stores this year, as it expands its footprint nationwide. The two new Valley stores will be in Gilbert and Avondale, with both planned to open in October. The Gilbert location, at Higley and Baseline roads, will open Oct. 4. The Avondale location, at 99th Avenue and McDowell Road, will open Oct. 25. ...
Cutting-edge manufacturing facility coming to Mesa
The Arizona Commerce Authority, Greater Phoenix Economic Council, and city of Mesa are pleased to announce that Magna, a mobility technology company, is building a manufacturing facility in Mesa. As one the largest suppliers in the automotive space, Manga is the largest automotive supplier in North America. Located at Power...
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