Phoenix
FOOD & DRINK
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,...
$1M Powerball ticket sold at Phoenix gas station
PHOENIX - Check your tickets! Someone who bought a Powerball ticket at a Phoenix gas station for Saturday's drawing is $1 million richer!. The ticket for the July 20 drawing was sold at a Circle K located near 7th Avenue and Roosevelt Street. The winning numbers were 18, 25, 31,...
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. ...
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.
Animals at the Phoenix Zoo enjoy ice in the extreme heat
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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.
Best Scottsdale Hole-in-the-Wall Restaurants in AZ
Best Scottsdale Hole-in-the-Wall Restaurants in AZ. Scottsdale, AZ, is home to a vibrant and diverse food scene, with some of the best Scottsdale Hole-in-the-Wall restaurants offering unique and authentic culinary experiences. In this article, we highlight three standout establishments—George’s Famous Gyros, Old Town Tavern, and Frank & Lupe’s Old Mexico—each known for their exceptional dishes and welcoming atmospheres.
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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