Author: Courtney McCune

Courtney McCune

Courtney McCune is a Phoenix native and downtown resident. Her background is in writing, editing and content strategy, and she is thrilled to apply those skills to her position as managing editor for DPJ. Having grown up in downtown, she feels it's especially exciting to help tell its ever-unfolding story. Along with spreading the DPJ love, she enjoys biking, yoga, exploring Arizona (and the world), Crescent Ballroom bean & cheese burritos and taking in the many delights downtown Phoenix has to offer.


TEDx Event Stimulates Imaginations and Appetites

September 4, 2014 | By

Evans Churchill’s recent sold out TedX event showcased diverse and delicious aspects of Phoenix’s exciting food scene.

Roosevelt Row Stays Cool With Vampire Hours

June 4, 2014 | By

Get your shopping done and escape the heat with Roosevelt Row’s Vampire Hours.

Chaton Studios Lures Top Talent to Record in Phoenix

May 14, 2014 | By

Hidden in the Coronado District is Otto D’Agnolo’s Chaton Studios, a state-of-the-art recording facility.

Get Into the Groove on Grand

April 1, 2014 | By

A collection of cottages bring new business to the heart of the Grand Avenue Arts District.

A Changing Hands to Call Our Own

January 30, 2014 | By

A favorite bookstore is coming soon to the uptown neighborhood.

Phoenix History Lives in Phabulous Storytelling Showcase

December 16, 2013 | By

Storytelling took center stage with the launch of the Phoenix Phabulous Experience.

CitySkate Your Way Through the Holidays

November 25, 2013 | By

CityScape celebrates the holidays with ice skating, shopping and a traditional tree lighting.

Local Festival Returns to Downtown Phoenix

November 7, 2013 | By

Eat, drink and be merry – Local First style!

Angels Trumpet Celebrates a Year of Beer

September 12, 2013 | By

Angels Trumpet breaks out special one-off kegs of craft beers to celebrate their one-year anniversary of quenching thirsts in downtown Phoenix.

CO+HOOTS Helps Tucson Coworking Take Flight

July 2, 2013 | By

CO+HOOTS founder Jenny Poon contributes some of her entrepreneurial insight to a new coworking space.