With nighttime temperatures hinting at fall’s arrival, it’s time again to retire the flip-flops and swimsuits in exchange for the latest fall fashion trends. Ladies – are you looking to get a hot, new Juicy Couture purse but remain hesitant about spending money on new items that will become “so last month” in about a [...]
When someone asked if I’d like to attend an invitation-only dinner being planned at RigaTony’s Italian Restaurant the same time as Monday Night Football, I had to give it some serious thought. After all, you never know if, win or lose, one of those games may be the next day’s hottest topic. There’s never a [...]
Students at Kyrene del Cielo Elementary School are getting their hands dirty during daily science workshops in the one-of-a-kind “Discovery Room,” developed by a group of parent volunteers. “It’s brand new this year, and we’re very excited to have it,” said Oslynn Benjamin, a parent who worked with Cielo Principal Mike Deignan to create the [...]
Last season’s girls volleyball team had an amazing run to the finals of the state 5A-I tournament against the eventual winner, Xavier Prep, after taking three higher ranked teams to five games before defeating each: Mountain Pointe, Desert Vista and Gilbert. With only two seniors but a deep and talented team, the Lady Aztecs’ goal [...]
The title of Oliver Stone’s new film is Wall Street: Money Never Sleeps. For all I know, that may be true—my relationship with Money, to date, hasn’t been intimate enough to say. If so, then maybe Money should consider sitting through this film. It’s a sequel, of course, to Wall Street, Stone’s 1987 hit. An [...]
Eight governing board candidates for the Tempe Union High School and Kyrene School districts answered parents’ questions Sept. 21 during a public meeting held at the Tempe police substation. The forum was hosted by the Parent Network and the Kyrene Chapter of Stand for Children. A group of about 30 parents met with five candidates [...]
For farm folks living in more rural areas, taking the family dog for a ride in the bed of your pickup has become a perfectly routine daily occurrence. Nobody complains, and the dog loves it. With no traffic and usually limited speeds, giving Bowser breath of fresh air can be somewhat safe. For those of [...]
After a slow start for the season, the Corona del Sol Aztecs believe they are beginning to turn the corner. Despite the team’s 1-3 record, following a 41-36 loss to North Canyon Sept. 16 at home, Aztecs football coach Zane Zamenski said he believes the team is improving. “They’ve made some strides. We’ve been very [...]
West Chandler residents can join their neighbors citywide at a series of workshops designed to help residents learn more about the city’s First Time Homebuyer’s Program. The one-hour sessions will start at 6:30 p.m. Tuesdays, Oct. 5 and 26 and Nov. 16 and 30 at Chandler Community Center, 125 E. Commonwealth Ave. The program so [...]
For Patricia Berning, the year tends to fly by faster than a Storck Aero titanium 10-speed, MSRP: $10,000. That’s not her ride, though. Not in this year’s 15th annual Tour de Tempe nor in any of the previous tours in which she’s competed for the past dozen or so years. In fact, insists Berning, her [...]
