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Scarizona opens 2026 season with three haunted attractions in Mesa·Southern Arizona Weekend: Fairs, Oktoberfests and a Miniature Trash Workshop·Sky Harbor delays were a reminder that air travel loves chaos·Scottsdale’s fall rodeo returns to WestWorld this weekend·Dash, new all-day Scottsdale restaurant from Matt Carter, opens in November·4 metro Phoenix restaurants win big in USA TODAY gluten-free awards·Matt Carter’s new Scottsdale spot looks like a smart, fun swing·Matt Carter’s Dash is headed to Scottsdale this fall·Arizona Athletics’ sponsorship arm gives the Wildcats a private edge·Arizona’s adversity test is the real story in Pullman·Kuza’s live-fire Japanese concept feels like a smart Scottsdale move·6 Valley spots land on Yelp's best Mexican restaurants list·Rain and blowing dust could roll through Phoenix this week·Bisbee Breakfast Club’s Vail move feels like a smart Valley win·Study suggests strength training may shrink fat cells before weight loss·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
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Matt Carter’s Dash is headed to Scottsdale this fall
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Matt Carter’s Dash is headed to Scottsdale this fall

Matt Carter and Brian Raab are adding Dash, an all-day Scottsdale restaurant, to their long-running Valley lineup.

By Sloan Rivers

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Dash, new all-day Scottsdale restaurant from Matt Carter, opens in November
FoodToday

Dash, new all-day Scottsdale restaurant from Matt Carter, opens in November

Matt Carter and Brian Raab are opening Dash in Scottsdale this November, with pastries from Fat Ox pastry chef Lisa Graf.

By Sloan Rivers
4 metro Phoenix restaurants win big in USA TODAY gluten-free awards
FoodToday

4 metro Phoenix restaurants win big in USA TODAY gluten-free awards

Four metro Phoenix spots earned five total honors in USA TODAY’s 10BEST Readers’ Choice Awards for gluten-free dining and drinks.

Matt Carter’s new Scottsdale spot looks like a smart, fun swing
FoodToday

Matt Carter’s new Scottsdale spot looks like a smart, fun swing

I think Dash sounds like the kind of all-day Scottsdale restaurant that could actually deliver on the hype.

Fat Jimmy · Food & Nightlife

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Scarizona opens 2026 season with three haunted attractions in Mesa
NightlifeToday

Scarizona opens 2026 season with three haunted attractions in Mesa

Scarizona is back with six weekends of scares, three included haunted attractions and new ticket options in Mesa.

By Bill Farr
Phantoms to headline Bentley Scottsdale Polo Championships entertainment lineup
Nightlife5d 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

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What Arizona law says about smoking weed in public
Cannabis3d ago

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.
Cannabis3d ago

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
Cannabis3d ago

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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Study suggests strength training may shrink fat cells before weight loss
Health and WellnessToday

Study suggests strength training may shrink fat cells before weight loss

A study in obese mice suggests just seven days of strength training may boost visceral fat burning and shrink fat cells before the scale changes.

The Health Nut · Wellness
Arizona gets a C on maternal mental health: what that means for families
Health and Wellness2d ago

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 Wellness3d ago

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

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Arizona Athletics’ sponsorship arm gives the Wildcats a private edge
SportsToday

Arizona Athletics’ sponsorship arm gives the Wildcats a private edge

Arizona Athletics is leaning on a sponsorship arm that gives the school a more flexible, and less public, way to compete.

By Bill Farr
Arizona’s adversity test is the real story in Pullman
SportsToday

Arizona’s adversity test is the real story in Pullman

Arizona’s trip to Washington State is more than a road game. It’s a clean test of whether the Wildcats can keep handling adversity as a group.

By Stephen A. Spliff
Mercury’s late push exposes Wings’ shaky finish in 87-86 loss
Sports2d ago

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

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Southern Arizona Weekend: Fairs, Oktoberfests and a Miniature Trash Workshop
NewsToday

Southern Arizona Weekend: Fairs, Oktoberfests and a Miniature Trash Workshop

Southern Arizona is leaning into fall with the Cochise County Fair, Sahuarita Oktoberfest, a miniature trash workshop and more.

By Bill Farr
Sky Harbor delays were a reminder that air travel loves chaos
NewsToday

Sky Harbor delays were a reminder that air travel loves chaos

Phoenix travelers got the usual modern-air-travel cocktail: a tech glitch, storm delays, and a ground stop.

By Bill Farr
Scottsdale’s fall rodeo returns to WestWorld this weekend
NewsToday

Scottsdale’s fall rodeo returns to WestWorld this weekend

Rodeo Scottsdale returns to WestWorld Sept. 11-13 with PRCA events, music and young competitors chasing Junior National Finals Rodeo spots.

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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