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Scottsdale nonprofit names new director
Scottsdale Training and Rehabilitation Services has promoted its director of operations to executive director of the nonprofit, which normally identifies itself as STARS. Claudia Chavez has held a variety of roles since she joined the organization in 2011 and the board in a release said that in that time, “she gained a profound understanding of the organization’s programs and their incredible impact on participants, their families, and the community.
The Shops at Gainey Ranch add two new restaurants
The Shops at Gainey Ranch, nestled along the north side of Doubletree Ranch Road, has completed renovations on the 30,591 square foot shopping center featuring a new light-colored exterior, black awnings and ironwork, and refreshed signage. In addition, the new Corso Italia Restaurant & Market and el Carbón Mexican Eatery are now open.
Valley native turned Broadway star returns home for 2-night concert at ASU
Nick Cartell, an ASU graduate, is playing the lead role in the Broadway show Les Misérables. Cartell is from Scottsdale, Arizona and is about to release his new album, “A Thousand Spotlights.” In celebration, he is returning home for a two-night concert at ASU Kerr Cultural Center.
Joc Pederson homers for 2nd straight game, helps the Diamondbacks beat the Pirates 4-3
PHOENIX (AP) — Joc Pederson hit a solo homer, Zac Gallen navigated six solid innings and the Arizona Diamondbacks rallied to beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 4-3 on Friday night. The D-backs have won three straight games and nine of 12. Down 3-1 heading into the sixth, Arizona responded with...
Sunday Drive: Saguaros and desert in the Volkswagen Atlas
It seemed to be taking forever for warmer weather to arrive in Utah this past May, so we decided it would be fitting to spend Memorial Day weekend the Valley of the Sun — Phoenix, Arizona — to get some rays and the opportunity to drive the amazing Volkswagen Atlas!
Judge tosses suit against Mesa Public Schools transgender rules
Esa Public Schools last week announced that a judge has thrown out Governing Board member Rachel Walden’s suit challenging the district’s transgender guidelines. Walden vowed to appeal. The guidelines came under the spotlight after they were updated last year to allow boys who identify as female to use...
Family who was evicted from Phoenix affordable housing takes city to court
PHOENIX — A Valley family who has lived in the City of Phoenix affordable housing for years is now starting over after taking their fight against the city to court. Ryan and Tahira Handeland and their five kids have lived at Camelback Properties for six years. Last week, they received an immediate eviction notice after they say they asked for things to be fixed inside their apartment. This week, they reached a settlement agreement with the city.
Player-For-Player Trade Completed By Suns And Hawks
A player-for-player trade has been completed in the NBA on Friday. As reported by Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN, the Phoenix Suns are sending David Roddy to the Atlanta Hawks in exchange for E.J. Liddell. This is the second time this offseason that Liddell has been dealt as he was traded to Atlanta in the deal sending Dejounte Murray to the New Orleans Pelicans. Both Roddy and Liddell were selected in the 2022 NBA Draft.
Phoenix apartment complex says AC is back on hours before attorney general's deadline
A Phoenix apartment complex has fixed its residents' broken and ineffective air conditioners following a demand from the Arizona Attorney General's Office, the complex's property management said Friday. Attorney General Kris Mayes sent a demand letter to the property owner, Buenas Communities LLC, on July 19, giving the company one week to repair...
Here’s what’s happening to the Fry’s Electronics store in Phoenix
One of the Valley’s most distinctive big-box stores is set to become the new home base for Phoenix fire and police personnel. An old Fry’s Electronics location on Thunderbird Road and 30th Avenue, which resembled an Aztec temple, is in the process of being acquired by the City of Phoenix and will house a new headquarters for the Cactus Park Police Precinct and a future fire station.
Wholesale aviation parts distributor Southern Cross Aviation announces expansion into Mesa
PHOENIX — Southern Cross Aviation, a wholesale aviation parts distributor, is expanding to Mesa. The location in Mesa will be the company’s third. Its headquarters are based in Fort Lauderdale, Fla., and it operates a distribution facility in Anchorage, Alaska. In Mesa, Southern Cross Aviation will cater to...
Sale of Arizona hospital finalized
Dignity Health, part of CommonSpirit Health, has purchased Arizona General Hospital and seven freestanding emergency departments in a $160 million deal. Arizona General Hospital in Mesa is under new ownership. Dignity Health, a subsidiary of CommonSpirit Health, has purchased Arizona General Hospital and seven freestanding emergency departments from Medical Properties...
Around Chandler: Week of July 28, 2024
The Rotary Club of Sun Lakes has announced the winners of its 2024 High School Service Above Self and Vocational Scholarships. • Daniel Johnson, Service Above Self Scholarship. The Perry High School graduate will be attending Grand Canyon University majoring in electrical engineering and with a minor in theology. •...
‘Run What Ya Brung’ drag race event aims to promote safe roadways
PHOENIX (AZFamily) —Friday marks the “Run What Ya Brung” drag race event at Wild Horse Pass in Chandler. For this event, anyone can race a vehicle of their choice down a ¼ mile track that typically professionals use. Casey Buckman, the track manager, says that these...
Construction begins on ‘Northside at SanTan Village’ development project in Gilbert
PHOENIX — Construction is underway on a mixed-use development project that will offer high-end retail, restaurant and hotel amenities to the SanTan Village submarket in Gilbert. The development, named Northside at SanTan Village, is located on the east side of Santan Village Parkway between Williams Field and Ray roads.
HUD awards Glendale $142K for housing vouchers to assist young adults
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development has awarded more than $3.4 million to 38 public housing agencies, including Glendale's, for vouchers to assist young adults exiting foster ...
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