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Big Noon Kickoff is coming to Tucson, and that feels earned·Grand Canyon’s Oregon win was no fluke — it was a statement·Wembanyama’s Spurs are rolling, and the Suns got run over·Hana Japanese Eatery closing after 19 years is a real gut punch·Where to celebrate Veterans Day in metro Phoenix this year·Arizona pot recalls are a reminder to take contamination seriously·Sam Fox leaves Fox Restaurant Concepts, and Phoenix notices·Can diet and exercise reverse type 2 diabetes? My take on the new study·Arizona triathlon makes it three straight national titles·Suns vs. Spurs: Phoenix has to answer the road-test now·Things to do around the Valley: Canal Convergence, polo and Italian Festival·Drake’s Hollywood brings old-school sparkle to Old Town Scottsdale·Arizona poll lines may peak late. Here’s how to check wait times·Medical cannabis for sleep? The evidence still looks thin·Why probiotic strain specificity matters for brain health·Warriors-Suns Was a Gut-Punch Win, and That’s the Point·November First Friday Melrose Market lands at Thunderbird Lounge·Buck & Rider’s fish shop feels like a very Phoenix move·Phoenix concerts: Valley's biggest 2026-27 shows to watch·A daily fiber supplement may be a real win for knee arthritis
Big Noon Kickoff is coming to Tucson, and that feels earned·Grand Canyon’s Oregon win was no fluke — it was a statement·Wembanyama’s Spurs are rolling, and the Suns got run over·Hana Japanese Eatery closing after 19 years is a real gut punch·Where to celebrate Veterans Day in metro Phoenix this year·Arizona pot recalls are a reminder to take contamination seriously·Sam Fox leaves Fox Restaurant Concepts, and Phoenix notices·Can diet and exercise reverse type 2 diabetes? My take on the new study·Arizona triathlon makes it three straight national titles·Suns vs. Spurs: Phoenix has to answer the road-test now·Things to do around the Valley: Canal Convergence, polo and Italian Festival·Drake’s Hollywood brings old-school sparkle to Old Town Scottsdale·Arizona poll lines may peak late. Here’s how to check wait times·Medical cannabis for sleep? The evidence still looks thin·Why probiotic strain specificity matters for brain health·Warriors-Suns Was a Gut-Punch Win, and That’s the Point·November First Friday Melrose Market lands at Thunderbird Lounge·Buck & Rider’s fish shop feels like a very Phoenix move·Phoenix concerts: Valley's biggest 2026-27 shows to watch·A daily fiber supplement may be a real win for knee arthritis
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Sam Fox leaves Fox Restaurant Concepts, and Phoenix notices
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Sam Fox leaves Fox Restaurant Concepts, and Phoenix notices

Sam Fox stepping away from Fox Restaurant Concepts feels like the end of a very Phoenix era — and maybe the start of something messier, but interesting.

By Bill Farr

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  • SportsGrand Canyon’s Oregon win was no fluke — it was a statement
  • SportsWembanyama’s Spurs are rolling, and the Suns got run over
  • FoodHana Japanese Eatery closing after 19 years is a real gut punch
  • NewsWhere to celebrate Veterans Day in metro Phoenix this year
  • CannabisArizona pot recalls are a reminder to take contamination seriously

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Hana Japanese Eatery closing after 19 years is a real gut punch
FoodToday

Hana Japanese Eatery closing after 19 years is a real gut punch

I think this one hurts. Hana Japanese Eatery has been a steady, family-run Phoenix favorite for 19 years, and its closure feels like the end of an era.

Fat Jimmy · Food & Nightlife
Sam Fox leaves Fox Restaurant Concepts, and Phoenix notices
FoodToday

Sam Fox leaves Fox Restaurant Concepts, and Phoenix notices

Sam Fox stepping away from Fox Restaurant Concepts feels like the end of a very Phoenix era — and maybe the start of something messier, but interesting.

By Bill Farr
Drake’s Hollywood brings old-school sparkle to Old Town Scottsdale
FoodYesterday

Drake’s Hollywood brings old-school sparkle to Old Town Scottsdale

I’m into this one: Drake’s Hollywood leans hard into old Hollywood glamour, and Scottsdale could use the drama.

By Sloan Rivers

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Phoenix concerts: Valley's biggest 2026-27 shows to watch
NightlifeOct 29

Phoenix concerts: Valley's biggest 2026-27 shows to watch

From arena nights to stadium-scale shows, the Valley’s 2026-27 concert calendar is already stacked.

By Sloan Rivers
Innings Fest 2027 lineup lands in Tempe with big headliners
NightlifeOct 29

Innings Fest 2027 lineup lands in Tempe with big headliners

Pitbull, The Strokes and Alanis Morissette are set to headline Innings Festival 2027 at Tempe Beach Park.

By Sloan Rivers
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

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Arizona pot recalls are a reminder to take contamination seriously
CannabisToday

Arizona pot recalls are a reminder to take contamination seriously

I think this recall is a good reminder that cannabis safety has to stay front and center, especially when fungus is in the mix.

Sonny Blaze · Cannabis
Phoenix Curaleaf workers finally lock in a first contract
CannabisOct 27

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
CannabisOct 27

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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Can diet and exercise reverse type 2 diabetes? My take on the new study
Health and WellnessYesterday

Can diet and exercise reverse type 2 diabetes? My take on the new study

A new study suggests intensive weight loss and structured exercise may help younger adults with type 2 diabetes reach remission.

The Health Nut · Wellness
Medical cannabis for sleep? The evidence still looks thin
Health and Wellness6d ago

Medical cannabis for sleep? The evidence still looks thin

I think this review is a useful reality check: medical cannabis may be popular for insomnia, but the evidence still isn’t strong enough.

The Health Nut · Wellness
Why probiotic strain specificity matters for brain health
Health and Wellness6d ago

Why probiotic strain specificity matters for brain health

I think the big takeaway is simple: when it comes to probiotics and brain health, strain-level evidence matters more than broad promises.

The Health Nut · Wellness

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Big Noon Kickoff is coming to Tucson, and that feels earned
SportsToday

Big Noon Kickoff is coming to Tucson, and that feels earned

Fox is bringing Big Noon Kickoff to Tucson for Arizona’s matchup with undefeated Utah, and yes, the spotlight fits this one.

By Bill Farr
Grand Canyon’s Oregon win was no fluke — it was a statement
SportsToday

Grand Canyon’s Oregon win was no fluke — it was a statement

GCU punched first, never let Oregon breathe, and turned a big home crowd into fuel for an 81-74 statement win.

By Stephen A. Spliff
Wembanyama’s Spurs are rolling, and the Suns got run over
SportsToday

Wembanyama’s Spurs are rolling, and the Suns got run over

The Spurs’ nine-game streak is no fluke. Phoenix got hit with a 122-96 reality check, and Victor Wembanyama was the wrecking ball.

By Stephen A. Spliff

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Where to celebrate Veterans Day in metro Phoenix this year
NewsToday

Where to celebrate Veterans Day in metro Phoenix this year

Metro Phoenix has a Veterans Day parade on Wednesday, Nov. 11, with a new route.

By Bill Farr
Things to do around the Valley: Canal Convergence, polo and Italian Festival
NewsYesterday

Things to do around the Valley: Canal Convergence, polo and Italian Festival

A quick look at weekend events around the Valley, from Scottsdale Waterfront art to Tempe lanterns and more.

By Bill Farr
Arizona poll lines may peak late. Here’s how to check wait times
News6d ago

Arizona poll lines may peak late. Here’s how to check wait times

Arizona voters may see the longest lines near the end of the day, but there’s a way to check estimated wait times before you go.

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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