Chandler, other EV artists inspired by virus pandemic

By Srianthi Perera Contributor East Valley artists are finding a somewhat brighter side of sheltering in place. With long, uninterrupted hours to be...

Ahwatukee native’s band releases new single

By christina fuoco-karasinski Staff Writer Ahwatukee native and DED vocalist Joe Cotela contends he’s a workaholic – just like his bandmates...

South Mt. Park improvements moving along

By Andy Lenartz Guest Writer The City of Phoenix is in the midst of a five-year, $23 million redesign of South Mountain Park and Preserve that will...

Comedian Tracy Morgan just trying to get by

CHRISTINA FUOCO-KARASINSKI, Staff Writer Tracy Morgan’s feelings are raw. The comic best known for his “Saturday Night Live” characters...

Still a little time left for Chandler teens’ ‘Newsies’

By Kevin Reagan Staff Writer There’s one more chance today to see Chandler Youth Theater’s first teen-focused production as a talented cast...