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Sports and Culture in the Valley


How Phoenix Stepped Up Amidst the Lapse in SNAP Funding
The end of the government shutdown means the reinstatement of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program for 12% of Arizonans, 855,273 to be exact.
Cate Lenegan
Nov 18, 20253 min read


Journalists Need to Stop Talking About Coach Dillingham Leaving ASU: Opinion
His dedication to Arizona State and its football team has shown itself countless times and, until his contract was up at the end of the 2024-25 season, his loyalties had never been called into question. But in the finale, people wanted to know: “If this guy can take a team from bottom dogs to Big 12 Champs, what can he do for our team?” It’s only natural to conspire and talk hypotheticals.

Amelia Thompson
Nov 16, 20253 min read


DOECHII CREATES PHOENIX INTO A CLASSROOM OF CONFIDENCE
Doechii is LIVE from the swamp in Phoenix Arizona curating a confident stage for her fans and bringing along Dallas artist, Kal Banx to spread love and community.

Rei Tedoco
Nov 4, 20252 min read


Kallas Faces Prison, Awaits a New Start After Release
Dimitri Allen Kallas awaits a release and the sentencing has revealed new information.
Annamarie Walters
Oct 28, 20253 min read


Faith, Fashion, and Finding Your Inner Beauty
Taking fashion and faith to the next level, Hope Church hosted a fall fashion show to embrace beauty
Baylie Mankee
Oct 20, 20252 min read


Six Months Into Arizona’s Phone Law, HB 2484, Concerns Remain
Arizona's latest law on phones in schools is causing concerns for students and the possibilities of emergencies or crisis.
Aidan Booker
Oct 18, 20252 min read


Still Serving: Why Phoenix Restaurants With Multiple Food Safety Violations Stay Open.
Phoenix risks food safety concerns with different violations and still receiving opportunities to stay open.
Kaneeshka Jakkula
Oct 6, 20253 min read


Duocon 2025, What Learners Can Expect For The Future
DuoCon 2025 helps users see all the new updates and hype about DuoLingo.
Aidan Booker
Sep 19, 20251 min read


Pedro’s Mexican Food Secures Historic Recommendation Thanks to Community Support
The Sunnyslope community seals protection for a historic restaurant after fear of demolition.
Baylie Mankee
Sep 8, 20252 min read


Arizonians use Summertime Town Halls to Speak out Against Medicaid Cuts
After the passage of the Big Beautiful Bill, residents of Arizona have taken to public town halls this summer, hosted by Arizona Democrats like Sen. Mark Kelley and Rep. Ruben Gallego, to speak out against the large incoming cuts to state Medicaid funding.

Mackenzie Miller
Aug 21, 20253 min read


Birmingham International Summer School Returns to Revive Cultural and Academic Exchange
The University of Birmingham brings students to an immersive 3-week summer program to uplift cultural exchange and enhanced academics through trips, learning opportunities, and new bonds.

Rei Tedoco
Aug 18, 20253 min read


"VIIR" VISION: L.A. Artist Makes Waves in Innovative Music through an EP
L.A. Artist is making waves through his newest EP called "VIIR". Serenity Reynolds gets inside details by his EP.
Serenity Reynolds
Aug 6, 20254 min read


From the heart to a hardcover: Daryl Ijaola debuts first poetry collection
Student, Daryl Ijaola releases "The Fall of Mr. Romantic" a poetic book catered to the sacrifice of love. This is a deep dive on Ijaola's balance in his writing process and as a student.

Rei Tedoco
Jun 18, 20255 min read


THE WATCHLIST: South Mountain scores 60+, Tempe handles homecourt, and Coronado clutches all in Game 3
The watchlist presens game three of Summer League Underclassmen tournament at Tempe High School. Groundbreaking performances and records have been set by South Mountain and Tempe.

Rei Tedoco
Jun 13, 20252 min read


Young, Hungry, and Ready to Thrive: Inside Week 2 of Tempe’s Underclassmen Summer League
Tempe High School hosts it's summer league for the first time ever, and this time it's for the underclassmen to shine. Here's the scoop on the start of Week 2.

Rei Tedoco
Jun 11, 20253 min read


From Idea to Runway in 12 Days: The Valley Vogue Fashion Show
Valley Vouge Fashion show sparks in Phoenix. Ready to take the runway in only 12 days hosted by TopFloor AZ.
Alana Lynch
Jun 10, 20252 min read


Netflix Releases New Content at Live ‘TUDUM’ Event
Netflix released new shows, movies, and teasers during its live-streamed event, “TUDUM, on May 31. Hosted by star Sofia Carson, the global pop culture showcase featured guest stars and sneak peeks into upcoming Netflix content. If you missed it, here are 10 things to look forward to in the rest of 2025
Serenity Reynolds
Jun 2, 20253 min read


Sports and Spotlight: Kyler Murray's Celebrity Softball Game Shines for a Cause
Sports meets spotlight at Kyler Murray's celebrity softball game all for a cause to help children, veterans, and the community. With shining stars from CeeDee Lamb, Rubi Rose, to Dalen Terry all in support of helping others.

Rei Tedoco
May 29, 20254 min read


Risk of Suspension, Arizona's Restrictions for Licenses
A misdemeanor was charged to a man due to a suspended license.
Caroline Rowland
Apr 30, 20252 min read
A Business Known As A Home
El Paisaino is a hybrid of a convenience store and a Mexican Grill, this is a place for ASU to thrive.
Jordan Guidry
Apr 30, 20253 min read
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