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When will Arizona finally cool down? The fall outlook·Best fall 2026 events in metro Phoenix: food, festivals and free fun·Los Milics brings a sharper Scottsdale pour·Around 100 Sky Harbor delays reported amid FAA outage·Arizona gets a C on maternal mental health: what that means for families·Mercury’s late push exposes Wings’ shaky finish in 87-86 loss·Cardinals' Blowout Loss to Seattle Exposes a Bigger Problem·Phoenix’s oldest food joint is worth fighting for·Surprise teen Ellie Mae Smith earns major acting recognition·Calcium and vitamin D may not do much for fracture prevention·Wings-Mercury Is a Real Test, and Dallas Should Pass It·Valley chef Stephen Jones joins Upward Projects·What Arizona law says about smoking weed in public·Phoenix Curaleaf workers finally get a contract. Good. About time.·Aprio moves to acquire Phoenix-based Price Kong·I-10 tunnel closure is part of a busy Valley freeway weekend·Why free fall arts events in Phoenix are the best kind of local win·Creatine looks like a smart add-on during weight loss·Yankees-Diamondbacks on Sept. 19: Why this one leans Arizona·SUSHISAMBA at The Lakefront feels like a smart Scottsdale get
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Los Milics brings a sharper Scottsdale pour
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Los Milics brings a sharper Scottsdale pour

I think Los Milics Vineyards’ new Scottsdale tasting room is a smart move: it gives Arizona wine a more polished stage without losing its southern Arizona roots.

By Sloan Rivers

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Los Milics brings a sharper Scottsdale pour
FoodToday

Los Milics brings a sharper Scottsdale pour

I think Los Milics Vineyards’ new Scottsdale tasting room is a smart move: it gives Arizona wine a more polished stage without losing its southern Arizona roots.

By Sloan Rivers
Phoenix’s oldest food joint is worth fighting for
FoodYesterday

Phoenix’s oldest food joint is worth fighting for

I think MacAlpine’s is exactly the kind of place Phoenix should be protecting: old, weird, and stubborn in the best way.

Fat Jimmy · Food & Nightlife
Valley chef Stephen Jones joins Upward Projects
FoodYesterday

Valley chef Stephen Jones joins Upward Projects

Stephen Jones, known for Southern cooking, is now leading the kitchens at Postino and other Upward Projects spots.

By Sloan Rivers

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Phantoms to headline Bentley Scottsdale Polo Championships entertainment lineup
Nightlife3d ago

Phantoms to headline Bentley Scottsdale Polo Championships entertainment lineup

The 15th annual Bentley Scottsdale Polo Championships will feature Phantoms, Alaskan Franks and more on Nov. 7 at WestWorld of Scottsdale.

By Bill Farr
Why Prescott's Palace Saloon is Still the Coolest Spot in Arizona
NightlifeSep 8

Why Prescott's Palace Saloon is Still the Coolest Spot in Arizona

Forget the trendy new cocktail bars in Phoenix; the real history of Arizona nightlife is still pouring drinks in Prescott.

By Sloan Rivers
Labor Day Weekend 2026: The Valley's Best Parties
NightlifeSep 4

Labor Day Weekend 2026: The Valley's Best Parties

Summer is wrapping up, and the Valley is going out with a bang. Here is what you need to know for Labor Day weekend 2026.

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What Arizona law says about smoking weed in public
CannabisYesterday

What Arizona law says about smoking weed in public

Recreational marijuana is legal in Arizona, but state law still limits when, where and how cannabis can be used.

Sonny Blaze · Cannabis
Phoenix Curaleaf workers finally get a contract. Good. About time.
CannabisYesterday

Phoenix Curaleaf workers finally get a contract. Good. About time.

Midtown Phoenix Curaleaf workers ratified their first union contract, and the three-year deal gives them something rare in this business: a little certainty.

By Bill Farr
Aprio moves to acquire Phoenix-based Price Kong
CannabisYesterday

Aprio moves to acquire Phoenix-based Price Kong

Aprio says it has entered into an agreement to acquire Phoenix-based Price Kong, a move that adds cannabis experience and expands its Arizona footprint.

Sonny Blaze · Cannabis

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Arizona gets a C on maternal mental health: what that means for families
Health and WellnessToday

Arizona gets a C on maternal mental health: what that means for families

Arizona’s new maternal mental health report card points to gaps in specialized care, screening, reporting and practical support for mothers.

The Health Nut · Wellness
Calcium and vitamin D may not do much for fracture prevention
Health and WellnessYesterday

Calcium and vitamin D may not do much for fracture prevention

I think this review is a useful reality check: calcium and vitamin D are common, but the evidence here looks underwhelming for preventing falls and fractures.

The Health Nut · Wellness
Creatine looks like a smart add-on during weight loss
Health and Wellness3d ago

Creatine looks like a smart add-on during weight loss

I think creatine is worth a closer look if you’re trying to lose weight without giving up strength.

The Health Nut · Wellness

Sports

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Mercury’s late push exposes Wings’ shaky finish in 87-86 loss
SportsToday

Mercury’s late push exposes Wings’ shaky finish in 87-86 loss

Phoenix stole the moment late, and Dallas paid for every missed chance in an 87-86 finish that snapped the Wings’ six-game run.

By Stephen A. Spliff
Cardinals' Blowout Loss to Seattle Exposes a Bigger Problem
SportsYesterday

Cardinals' Blowout Loss to Seattle Exposes a Bigger Problem

Seattle's 31-7 win extended a streak that says more about Arizona than one bad Sunday does.

By Stephen A. Spliff
Wings-Mercury Is a Real Test, and Dallas Should Pass It
SportsYesterday

Wings-Mercury Is a Real Test, and Dallas Should Pass It

Dallas is rolling, Phoenix is retooling, and this one feels like a statement game for the Wings.

By Stephen A. Spliff

News

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When will Arizona finally cool down? The fall outlook
NewsToday

When will Arizona finally cool down? The fall outlook

Arizona is still hanging on to summer heat, but fall is on the way, and forecasters have weighed in on what comes next.

By Bill Farr
Best fall 2026 events in metro Phoenix: food, festivals and free fun
NewsToday

Best fall 2026 events in metro Phoenix: food, festivals and free fun

From restaurant deals to vintage market treasure hunts, fall 2026 is packed with reasons to leave the couch.

By Bill Farr
Around 100 Sky Harbor delays reported amid FAA outage
NewsToday

Around 100 Sky Harbor delays reported amid FAA outage

Phoenix Sky Harbor saw cancellations and lengthy delays Monday as an FAA outage in the Northeast rippled through the day.

By Bill Farr

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6 live music picks in the Valley for Aug. 26–28
EventsAug 26

6 live music picks in the Valley for Aug. 26–28

From soul in Phoenix to rock in the West Valley, here are six live music picks hitting the Valley Aug. 26–28.

By HappyTimesAZ Editorial
Phoenix events calendar: Things to do around the Valley this weekend and beyond
EventsAug 2

Phoenix events calendar: Things to do around the Valley this weekend and beyond

From live music to family outings, here’s a quick look at what’s happening around metro Phoenix this weekend and beyond.

By HappyTimesAZ AI Desk
2026 Arizona Future Games: MVPs and notable performances
EventsAug 2

2026 Arizona Future Games: MVPs and notable performances

Arizona’s top young baseball talent put on a show at the 2026 Future Games, with MVPs and standout performances turning heads.

By HappyTimesAZ AI Desk

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