Anthem neighbors share concerns over e-bikes
When it comes to “e-bikes,” you are not alone, Anthem …. The hot topic of the May 27 Anthem Community Council meeting: “Discussion Regarding E-Bike Community Education and Outreach.”. ACC Executive Director Aaron Baker, who is scheduled to give an update later this month, gave the board...
Archery, podcast keeps Chandler teen busy
Rising junior Aavishka Pattem was walking the halls of her school, BASIS Chandler, when a fellow student approached her. “She was like, ‘Hey, I listened to your podcast, and it really helped me the other day. I had some issues that I couldn’t talk to anyone about, and you really helped me.’” Aavishka said.
East Valley mom finds a home for her apparel brand
What started as a Gilbert mother’s search for better children’s clothing has grown into a fast-rising brand that is now opening its first permanent storefront. Darci Pratt launched House of Henry in 2022 with little more than an idea, a young son who inspired the company’s name and a belief that children’s clothing sho
Chula Seafood opens restaurant/fish market in downtown Phoenix
Thursday is a big day for seafood lovers in downtown Phoenix. That’s because Chula Seafood Fresh Fish Market and Restaurant is opening its fourth Valley location at Arizona Center. Chula Seafood is a family-owned business that owns and operates a fishery in San Diego, providing a pipeline of fresh...
Celebrate Juneteenth in the Valley
Arizona isn't among the 33 states where Juneteenth is a state holiday , but there aren't still plenty of ways to commemorate emancipation across the Valley. Juneteenth Celebration : Take the family to Gilbert for storytelling, music, drum and dance performances, arts and crafts and educational activities. Thursday, 10a
Phoenix mom’s murder unsolved 5 years later as investigators pursue new theory
Five years after Alisha Hale was murdered in Phoenix, her family is renewing their pleas for justice as investigators pursue a new theory in the case.
Powerhouse Arizona winery closes Old Town tasting room
Arizona Stronghold Vineyards, one of the oldest and most prolific wineries in the state, closed its Old Town Scottsdale tasting room earlier this month. The venue poured its last flights on June 7, four years after opening on a busy stretch of Marshall Way. The tasting room boasted a cozy...
Authorities release new information about body found at South Mountain in Phoenix
Authorities on Thursday released the identity of the man whose body was found at South Mountain Park and Preserve in Phoenix earlier this week. Michael Jules Goldberg, 78, died after apparently suffering from a medical event, the Phoenix Police Department announced. The Maricopa County Medical Examiner’s Office will ma
Dirty Dining: Roaches, raw chicken found at Phoenix-area restaurants
Inspectors found major health code violations at several Valley restaurants this week. Sushi Ave in Gilbert was cited for live roaches in a food prep area and lettuce touching raw chicken. Tabla Indian Restaurant in Phoenix had six violations, including workers handling food and dishes without proper handwashing. Clove
Chandler boxing gym helps clients build muscle and self-confidence
CHANDLER, AZ (AZFamily) — Against the Ropes isn’t just a boxing gym in Chandler — it’s a confidence-building community built on grit and heart. Owner and coach Christine Adams was introduced to boxing when she was “forced” to go to Haggler’s Gym with her father in Brockton, Massachusetts. She quickly realized this was

















