During a Phoenix Parks and Recreation Board Meeting on Thursday, March 23, 2023, the board voted unanimously to change the name of Pueblo Grande Museum and Archaeological Park to “S’edav Va’aki Museum.” The name S’edav Va’aki (Salt River Pima – Maricopa Indian Community spelling) or Central Vahki (English spelling) is an O’Odham name that...
Read MoreThe U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration is warning the American public of a sharp increase in the trafficking of fentanyl mixed with xylazine. Xylazine, also known as “Tranq,” is a powerful sedative that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved for veterinary use. “Xylazine is making the deadliest drug threat our country has ever...
Read MoreSouthwest Wildlife Conservation Center says a tiger cub is now safely in its hands and being cared for after the animal was recently rescued by the Phoenix Police Department. In January, police say a tiger cub was illegally listed for sale on social media by a man in Phoenix. When officers were notified about the...
Read MoreToday, the Arizona Humane Society is offering free dog vaccinations at three Food City Phoenix locations. Monday, March 20, 2023, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Pet owners can bring their dogs to be vaccinated with DA2PP. This vaccinations is vital to helping prevent Distemper and Parvo. In addition, the animal agency will provide...
Read MoreDoor-to-door scammers pressure residents to make quick buys or sign contracts for unnecessary products or services – and Attorney General Kris Mayes is educating Arizonans about their tactics as part of Consumer Protection Week. “As the saying goes, if a stranger appears at your door selling something that seems too good to be true,...
Read MoreThe office of Maricopa County Attorney Rachel Mitchell announced on Friday that Edward Maldonado was sentenced to six years in prison. As part of his sentencing, Maldonado will be required to register as a lifetime sex offender and be placed on probation for 10 years upon his release from prison. Three victims spoke to...
Read MoreMore than five million pets enter shelters and rescue organizations each year. Those who stay longest are often pets with special needs, such as living with chronic illnesses, physical differences such as loss of sight or limbs or behavioral needs, often stemming from their upbringing (some pets prefer rural to urban environments, others do...
Read MoreSince the first Walmart Health center opened in 2019, their goal has been simple: serve communities by providing accessible, convenient and affordable healthcare. Walmart’s healthcare providers goal is to not just care for patients, but build relationships within their communities. In 2024 Walmart will be expanding their reach and is growing in a big...
Read MoreWaBa Grill, one of the nation’s leading healthy rice bowl chains, announced a recently inked multi-unit development deal that will significantly expand its presence in Arizona. Signed by longtime WaBa Grill franchisee Jerry Bajwa of Bajwa Group of Companies, the new Arizona development deal paves the way for 10 WaBa Grill locations to open...
Read MoreFamily Promise of Greater Phoenix, a nonprofit organization that serves families with children who are currently homeless or at risk of experiencing homelessness, has been granted $100,000 from Thunderbirds Charities to support families at risk of homelessness. The funds will pillar Family Promise’s “A Journey Home” campaign – which aims to secure a sustainable...
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