Athletes eager for sports after COVID-19
Coaches and players are excited to get back into the swing of sports in North Central after the COVID-19 pandemic forced many teams to stay..
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A year of pandemic strains community
After a year of COVID-19, residents continue to struggle with tremendous challenges with as they attempt to support themselves, care for..
Police expand K9 unit with foundation’s help
Phoenix Police Officer Chris Villa’s new partner in fighting crime is a K9 Mattis, a two-year-old Belgian Malinois.
Demand soars for apartment space
Apartment living is in high demand in North Central Phoenix, where many new multi-family complexes are under construction and units are..
Helping adults with visual problems thrive
Tricia Todd-Schiff was born with a rare, genetic disorder that caused her to be declared legally blind at age 19 and when her husband died..
Construction booms despite pandemic
A bright spot during the COVID-19 pandemic is the tremendous growth in the number of businesses and homes cropping up in North Central and..
Pipeline construction is moving forward
Construction is advancing smoothly for a water main at 24th Street and Maryland Avenue that is being replaced.
Local pair bonds through mentoring program
North Central residents Martez Killens and Savad Walker share a strong bond fostered through Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Arizona.
Veteran, firefighter thrives on service
U.S. Air Force veteran Doug Mummert spent 36 years battling flames and saving lives with the Phoenix Fire Department, earning a Medal of..
COVID-19 creates stress as holidays approach
The COVID-19 pandemic is generating anxiety as people struggle to figure out how they will put food on the table, buy gifts and orchestrate..
Shining a light on local breast cancer resources
It is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a time to boost awareness of this potentially deadly disease.
Pandemic intensifies domestic violence
The Phoenix Police Department and non-profit organizations are scrambling to help victims of abusive relationships after a significant..
Find help for handling pandemic angst
The COVID-19 pandemic has created high levels of stress, anxiety and depression but luckily there are many resources in North Central to..
Fall events move to virtual format
Businesses and non-profit organizations are finding creative, new ways to deliver popular, large fall events that are critical fundraisers..
Schools strive to plan safe return to classes
Local schools are delaying the usual start date of the next academic year as they struggle to try to decide the safest and most effective..
Local efforts ease seniors’ isolation
Seniors are trying to stay physically healthy and socially connected during this Coronavirus pandemic.
Ways to stay active during pandemic
Summer looks different this year as city of Phoenix pools are closed, family vacations have been canceled and many day camps and businesses..
Non-profits, city partner to add housing
The city of Phoenix, non-profit organizations and developers are teaming up to address the critical need for affordable housing, an issue..
Local businesses get creative to survive
The Coronavirus pandemic is cutting into local business owners’ profits but they are fighting back with creative, new approaches to..
Faith-based groups help amid COVID-19
The physical buildings where people used to congregate for religious services have been closed but the heart of local churches and other..
Local experts optimistic about housing market
The Coronavirus pandemic has caused a significant decline in the number of houses being put on the market around the country but local..
Local man survives virus after novel therapy
When Olivera Dedic’s husband, Enes, became sick after returning from a trip to Bosnia for his mother’s funeral, the idea that he might..
City responds to Coronavirus pandemic
North Central Phoenix non-profit organizations, city officials, businesses and individuals are rallying to help elderly residents, children..
Biltmore residents fight golf course plan
Residents in the Biltmore Estates community are fighting plans by a development company to build an event pavilion on a golf course as they..
