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Will new housing laws create ‘slums’ in Scottsdale?
Developers and construction companies around Scottsdale may have been whooping with joy after the city’s July 10 Planning Commission meeting. But those who feel Scottsdale is rapidly being over-developed may share the view of one commissioner:. “God help us.”. Diana Kaminski uttered that phrase, then reluctantly joined her colleagues...
BRIX Holdings Enters Four-Unit Franchise Agreement in Arizona, Missouri
Dallas — Dallas-based food-and-beverage franchising company BRIX Holdings LLC has entered into an agreement with franchise owner Richard Stassi to open four new units in Arizona and Missouri. Stassi will open three Smoothie Factory + Kitchen and Red Mango co-branded shops within the next three years in metro Phoenix and Scottsdale, Arizona. The first of the units is scheduled to open in early 2025. Franchisee Gary Patel signed the fourth deal with Stassi and will open a Red Mango store in Kansas City, Missouri, in early 2025, marking the first entry into the state for the brand. BRIX also owns the chains Friendly’s and Orange Leaf and recently acquired Clean Juice.
Who is liable after a mortgage foreclosure that was assumed by a buyer?
Question: When we sold our Phoenix-area home two years ago, the buyer assumed our mortgage, which had a low 3% interest rate. The buyer is now in default on this mortgage, and we are receiving default notices from our lender. If the buyer doesn’t make the payments on this 3% mortgage, will we have to make the payments? Answer: Probably not. When the buyer assumed the loan, the buyer became primarily liable for the payments on the...
Pedestrian killed in hit and run in downtown Phoenix
PHOENIX (AZFamily) — A man is dead following a crash early Tuesday morning in downtown Phoenix, and police are looking for the driver responsible. The crash happened around 3:30 a.m. near the intersection of 19th Avenue and Van Buren Street. A man was found badly injured and taken to...
Man accused of murdering 3 in south Phoenix apartment held on $5 million bond
A man accused of killing three people at a south Phoenix apartment last week was given a $5 million cash-only bond at his initial appearance following his arrest on Friday. Phoenix police announced on Friday that officers arrested 30-year-old Chase Christman after physical and digital evidence linked him to the incident but did not elaborate on what that evidence was.
Heat continues across the Valley with storms possible
PHOENIX (AZFamily) — It was another warm start to our morning, with lows in the mid-90s. This afternoon will be a hot one with highs around 112. That’s still warmer than our average high this time of year, which is 106 degrees! The record high for today’s date is 115 degrees.
Mera Westgate: 55+ active community in Glendale
Mera Westgate is an active adult apartment community within two miles of Westgate Entertainment District, State Farm Stadium, and Vai Resort shopping and dining. Mera Westgate has a comprehensive event calendar that includes exercise classes, cooking demos, and billiards. There is even a sports simulator for those days when you want to brush up on your golf, baseball, or football skills.
Beloved downtown beer bar 'devastated to leave the community.' How to visit one last time
The Wayward Taphouse located on the corner of Grand and 11th avenues is closing in September after four years. Owners Tyler Goolie and Hilda Cardenas worked at Wren House Brewing Company until branching off to open their own shop in late 2020. The bar's patio is part of a cluster of cottages that house businesses including Novel Ice Cream and Remix coffee and sandwich shop. ...
Man hospitalized after shooting incident in Phoenix
PHOENIX — A man is recovering in the hospital Monday after a shooting incident in Phoenix, the city's police department said. According to Phoenix police, officers responded to a domestic violence call near 11th and Portland streets Sunday around 10:15 p.m. As officers arrived on scene, they found a man outside an apartment holding a gun.
Tiny, isolated Mobile inches closer to metro Phoenix life with proposed solar farm, annexation
Goodyear's far-flung, rural southern planning area could finally see some development more than a decade after developers ditched efforts for a massive master-planned community in the area. In 2007, Goodyear first annexed about 67 square miles in the Sonoran desert, including the small community of Mobile, a 60-mile drive from the heart...
Schools comes full circle for 2 GPS principals
As students come back to the classroom this Tuesday at Gilbert Public Schools, it is a true homecoming for two of the district’s new school principals. Chip Pettit, the incoming principal at Patterson Elementary and Brian Lockwood, his counterpart at Greenfield Elementary, both share the distinction of being alumni of the school district.
Three Gilbert students earn national recognition in career and technical education
Three career and technical education students from Gilbert were recognized at the 2024 SkillsUSA Championships in Atlanta last month. They were among more than 6,000 students who competed at the ...
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