Sol Dog Lodge in Marana, an upcoming canine sanctuary, will offer boarding, training, grooming, and care for over 100 dogs. Slated for spring opening, it will also have a vet clinic and spaces for community and pet wellness education.

Fountain Hills, in collaboration with Dementia Friendly Fountain Hills, will host the 2nd Annual Dementia Caregiver Summit to support and educate caregivers.

The Lost Dutchman Marathon seeks volunteers for its 2025 event, benefiting youth programs. Volunteers will support various roles from bus loading to medical assistance. Registration is available on the Apache Junction official website.

Gilbert Parks and Recreation opens registration for a variety of winter programs, including sports leagues, classes, and events, with dates for Foundation Members, residents, and Non-Residents to sign up.

Gilbert Police Department shares safety tips for the holiday season, advising on how to protect packages, secure homes, and stay safe online and while out shopping.

Phoenix community groups provide hot meals and resources to the unhoused, fostering unity and hope through events like a Chili Cookoff and Thanksgiving meal service.

Phoenix locals reminisce as Metrocenter Mall demolition begins, with one woman obtaining a tile for nostalgia, reflecting personal and community ties to the former shopping hotspot set for a $850 million redevelopment.

Valley shoppers are cashing in on local deals following Cyber Monday, with various discounts on food, drinks, and activities such as free yoga sessions and festive events throughout December.

DACA recipients fear the program's end amidst legal challenges and Trump's policies, causing distress in immigrant communities and prompting action from advocacy groups.

Efforts to address Indigenous women's disappearances are insufficient, with chronic underreporting and jurisdictional complexities impeding progress. Despite some federal measures, resolution remains elusive.

Arizona restaurants Cocina Adamex and Delicias Mexican Grill experience a boost in profits and attention following visits from political figures during the 2024 campaign.

Arizonans celebrate Small Business Saturday by supporting local entrepreneurs at events like Phoenix Flea and Uptown Farmer's Market, emphasizing the impact on community and economy.

Phoenix is set to host their annual APS Electric Light Parade on December 7, promising a festive display of lights along Central Ave. and Montebello Ave. It will broadcast live and on select dates on television for those who can't attend.