Which Phoenix Area Public Pools Will Be Open This Summer

Commercial fun destinations such as Golfland Sunsplash, Hurricane Harbor and Great Wolf Lodge Arizona have reopened their water parks with intentions of adhering to the coronavirus CDC guidelines. For additional ways that residents can stay cool this summer, many cities in the Valley are beginning  to reopen their public pools in phases. Taking a cautious approach,... Read More

Bush Fire Grows, Part Of State Route 87 Remains Closed

A brush fire named the Bush Fire has grown to 7,745 acres and has closed State Route 87 from State Route 188 to the Bush Highway. Authorities released information that the fire is currently 0% contained, was human-caused and remains under investigation, Tonto National Forest officials said in a press release. “Infrastructure protection for... Read More

Maricopa County Public Health Officials Recommend People To Wear Masks As Coronavirus Cases Rise

Maricopa County Public Health is now requiring all county workers wear face masks, and they’re urging you to do the same. “As things open, as individuals go outside, as they interact more, the spread is going to increase,” said Marcy Flanagan, Executive Director of Maricopa County Public Health. “Why we are pushing masks so... Read More

AARP Asks Governor Ducey To Fund Inspections Of Long-Term Care Facilities

In a letter sent on Wednesday to Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey, the AARP called on the Ducey to utilize federal funding for the inspection of Arizona long-term care facilities. The letter marked their fourth letter sent to Ducey by the group. Director for Arizona AARP Dana Marie Kennedy asked Ducey to appropriate funds from... Read More

Arizona Blood Banks Testing All Donations For COVID-19 Antibodies

Those who donate blood in Arizona can also find out if they have coronavirus antibodies. Vitalant said it’s the first national blood bank to test all blood donations for the antibodies for the virus that leads to COVID-19. The test shows if the donor’s immune system has the antibodies regardless of whether they ever... Read More

First-of-its-Kind Dust Detection and Warning System Set For Monsoon Season

Visibility detectors. A weather radar system. Variable speed limit signs. Closed-circuit cameras. Overhead message boards. These technologies clustered along 10 miles of Interstate 10 between Phoenix and Tucson are now operating as an innovative dust detection and warning system that’s ready to quickly tell drivers to slow down for safety when windblown dust reduces... Read More

Starbucks To Close 400 Stores, But Expand Mobile Ordering

Starbucks will close up to 400 company-owned locations over the next 18 months while also speeding up the expansion of “convenience-led formats” such as curbside pickup, drive-thru and mobile-only pickup locations. The Seattle-based coffee giant says the moves are being driven by changing consumer behaviors that have shifted because of the COVID-19 pandemic. In... Read More

The CORE Institute’s Five Tips For A Rewarding Return To The Gym

As Arizona businesses re-open, The CORE Institute, Arizona’s most respected orthopedic practice, wants everyone to have a safe and productive return to the gym, and that means being aware of the body and its limitations after being less active over the few months. Physical activity plays an important role in the overall well-being of the... Read More

Arizona Snowbowl Reopens For The Summer

Arizona Snowbowl announced the resort will reopen next week for summer chairlift rides starting on Friday, June 19. The resort had closed — along with hundreds of other businesses in March amid the start of the COVID-19 pandemic — but now, General Manager of Arizona Snowbowl Rob Linde said, the facility has new health... Read More

Scottsdale Fashion Square Has Reopened Two Weeks After Looting

Less than two weeks after storefronts and mall entrances were damaged, Scottsdale Fashion Square mall has reopened for business. In the incident multiple stores were defaced and looted by a large crowd of people, allegedly causing millions of dollars in damage. The mall announced their reopening in a message posted to its Facebook page.... Read More