Recent Stories

Behind the Counter: Lindsay Cates at Stinkweeds

September 7, 2009 | By

Stinkweeds owner Kimber Lanning can often be found in and around the record store, but she relies on a committed staff to keep things humming. One of these people is store manager Lindsay Cates.

St. Francis: Night One

September 5, 2009 | By

A week ahead of its latest opening date extension, last night (Friday, September 4) welcomed the addition of Uptown’s biggest dining anticipation in quite some time: St. Francis.

KBAQ and Phoenix Chorale’s First Friday Scavenger Hunt

September 4, 2009 | By

KBAQ and Phoenix Chorale are throwing a First Friday scavenger hunt. Search for items during September’s artwalk, then return on October 2 to see how many you found correctly!

‘When in AZ’ Will Open Your Ears to New Tunes

September 4, 2009 | By

What happens when you pair local bands and musicians together to pay homage to each other? Valley resident Nick Kizer asked the same question, and created the “When in AZ” music compilation as the answer.

‘When in AZ’ Showcases Arizona Music

September 4, 2009 | By

From my experience, it seems that many people have the misconception that Arizona is lacking when it comes to having an actual musical scene. Hopefully the release of the new “When in AZ” compilation can change their tune.

New Kids on the Block: Bioscience High School

September 4, 2009 | By

Rising from the empty lots south of Roosevelt Row, Bioscience High School is an exciting addition to Downtown Phoenix.

The Insecure Critic | ‘Juno’ and Delux — Now I Feel Pregnant

September 3, 2009 | By

Today’s combo pack is ‘Juno’ with Ellen Page and Michael Cera and high-end burger joint Delux.

First Friday Opening of Heritage Square Art Space

September 3, 2009 | By

Artist Sean Deckert saw potential in the wide expanses and open-air feel of Heritage Square while he was working as a bartender at Rose and Crown. Now he’s opening an outdoor gallery in the park.

Mayor Gordon’s Blog | A Bad Week for the Bad Guys, a Good Week for Everyone Else

September 2, 2009 | By

When I first became Mayor, I listed my three priorities — and my priorities for Phoenix — as public safety, education and jobs. Nearly six years later, those remain our priorities. And, it’s no accident that I always list public safety first.

Mayor Gordon’s Blog | Weatherization for Low-Income Families

September 2, 2009 | By

Recently the city of Phoenix celebrated being the first city in the nation to complete its weatherization program for low-income families.