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Why this 12-week fasting-and-exercise trial feels genuinely useful·Arizona’s AP rise feels earned, not accidental·Suns Week 1 Recap: Booker’s History Can’t Hide the Glass Problem·Arizona’s rise to No. 22 feels earned, not lucky·Broncos’ explosive plays made this one look easy in Glendale·5 Diamondbacks Who Could Make or Break Arizona's 2027 Season·My take on the Arizona State Fair’s best and worst foods this year·Phoenix Curaleaf workers finally lock in a first contract·Scottsdale lab weed recalled after fungus test issue·J. Alexander’s plans second Arizona spot in Gilbert this November·Scott's Generations to close Oct. 25 after 37 years in Phoenix·Heavy rain, flash flooding possible across Arizona midweek·Ten Minutes a Day May Help You Sleep More Deeply·What a 47-year study says about when strength starts slipping·GCU gets preseason AP Top 25 votes as season nears·ASU’s identity crisis is the real story in Tempe·Suns, Mercury back $60M downtown Phoenix YMCA plan·Scottsdale’s Halloween calendar is one big freebie, and that’s the point·Tucson Meet Yourself returns downtown with food, music and more·5 Scottsdale food and wine events to check out in October
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Scottsdale lab weed recalled after fungus test issue
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Scottsdale lab weed recalled after fungus test issue

A marijuana strain tested at a Scottsdale lab was recalled after state inspectors said failed Aspergillus results were reported as passing.

Sonny Blaze · Cannabis

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Food

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My take on the Arizona State Fair’s best and worst foods this year
FoodYesterday

My take on the Arizona State Fair’s best and worst foods this year

The fair is back on weekends through October, and the food game is exactly why I go. Some bites are pure chaos, but that’s the fun.

Fat Jimmy · Food & Nightlife
J. Alexander’s plans second Arizona spot in Gilbert this November
Food2d ago

J. Alexander’s plans second Arizona spot in Gilbert this November

J. Alexander’s is set to open in Gilbert this November, giving the chain a second Arizona location.

By Sloan Rivers
Scott's Generations to close Oct. 25 after 37 years in Phoenix
Food2d ago

Scott's Generations to close Oct. 25 after 37 years in Phoenix

Scott's Generations will close on Oct. 25 after 37 years in Phoenix, and owner Scott Snyder says the response has been overwhelming.

By Sloan Rivers

Nightlife

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Scottsdale’s Halloween calendar is one big freebie, and that’s the point
NightlifeOct 20

Scottsdale’s Halloween calendar is one big freebie, and that’s the point

Scottsdale’s Halloween lineup looks less like a spooky season and more like a civic reminder that free can still be fun.

By Bill Farr
Old FilmBar gets a louder second act downtown
NightlifeSep 29

Old FilmBar gets a louder second act downtown

Roosevelt is opening in the former FilmBar space with a listening-bar angle, house music, vinyl nights, cocktails and food.

By Bill Farr
Roosevelt opens downtown, and Phoenix could use more rooms like this
NightlifeSep 27

Roosevelt opens downtown, and Phoenix could use more rooms like this

Roosevelt opens Sunday in the former FilmBar space, and I’m into the idea: a downtown room that treats sound like the main event.

By Sloan Rivers

Cannabis

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Phoenix Curaleaf workers finally lock in a first contract
CannabisYesterday

Phoenix Curaleaf workers finally lock in a first contract

I see this as a real win for Phoenix cannabis workers: after years of waiting, Curaleaf’s Midtown team finally ratified its first union contract.

Sonny Blaze · Cannabis
Scottsdale lab weed recalled after fungus test issue
CannabisYesterday

Scottsdale lab weed recalled after fungus test issue

A marijuana strain tested at a Scottsdale lab was recalled after state inspectors said failed Aspergillus results were reported as passing.

Sonny Blaze · Cannabis
GateWay’s new cannabis certificates are a smart Valley move
CannabisOct 6

GateWay’s new cannabis certificates are a smart Valley move

I think GateWay Community College expanding its cannabis certificates is a smart, timely move for Valley job seekers.

Sonny Blaze · Cannabis

Wellness

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Why this 12-week fasting-and-exercise trial feels genuinely useful
Health and WellnessYesterday

Why this 12-week fasting-and-exercise trial feels genuinely useful

I think this UGR study is encouraging because it points to a practical combo: intermittent fasting plus supervised exercise.

The Health Nut · Wellness
Ten Minutes a Day May Help You Sleep More Deeply
Health and WellnessOct 20

Ten Minutes a Day May Help You Sleep More Deeply

I think this is encouraging news: consistency may matter more than cramming workouts into one big burst.

The Health Nut · Wellness
What a 47-year study says about when strength starts slipping
Health and WellnessOct 20

What a 47-year study says about when strength starts slipping

I think this study is a useful wake-up call: physical decline can start around 35, but adult exercise still helps.

The Health Nut · Wellness

Sports

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Arizona’s AP rise feels earned, not accidental
SportsYesterday

Arizona’s AP rise feels earned, not accidental

Arizona climbed to No. 22 after its fifth straight win, and this one looks less like hype than momentum.

By Bill Farr
Suns Week 1 Recap: Booker’s History Can’t Hide the Glass Problem
SportsYesterday

Suns Week 1 Recap: Booker’s History Can’t Hide the Glass Problem

Devin Booker gave Phoenix a historic jolt, but the Suns’ rebounding issues are still staring everybody in the face.

By Stephen A. Spliff
Arizona’s rise to No. 22 feels earned, not lucky
SportsYesterday

Arizona’s rise to No. 22 feels earned, not lucky

Arizona’s jump to No. 22 in the AP Top 25 looks like the kind of move that happens when a team handles business the right way.

By Stephen A. Spliff

News

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Heavy rain, flash flooding possible across Arizona midweek
NewsOct 20

Heavy rain, flash flooding possible across Arizona midweek

A strong Pacific storm is pulling deep moisture into Arizona, with the best chance for widespread rain Wednesday night into Thursday.

By Bill Farr
Tucson Meet Yourself returns downtown with food, music and more
NewsOct 20

Tucson Meet Yourself returns downtown with food, music and more

The free, three-day folklife festival is back downtown, bringing food, music, dance, crafts and hands-on activities to Tucson.

By Bill Farr
Storms linger in the Valley as winds slow flights at Sky Harbor
NewsOct 13

Storms linger in the Valley as winds slow flights at Sky Harbor

Storms are expected to keep moving through metro Phoenix, with a wind advisory in place and delays piling up at Sky Harbor.

By Bill Farr

Events

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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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