Reducing Risk of Dementia
According to a major new Canadian study published in the journal, Neurology, even small health conditions can significantly increase your risk of dementia later in life, and keep you from doing the things you enjoy. In fact, the study says a dozen untreated minor health issues can increase your dementia risk by nearly 40 percent. >> Read More…
Ocotillo Library to Re-Open as Literacy Center
When the Ocotillo Library re-opens on April 24, it will do so with a focus on workforce literacy, representing the first facility of its kind in the Phoenix Public Library system. “We’re still going to be a library and offer those library services, but our collection will have a heavy focus on materials that will >> Read More…
Progress Underway on Laveen Development
It’s been a while since dirt moved on a commercial development in Laveen. But that changed last month when construction began on the second phase of the L.A. Fitness Center at 51st Avenue and Baseline Road. According to the developer, Michael Moreines of Terrazona, LLC, the two pads underway along Baseline Road will house Discount >> Read More…
RSD’s Kindergartener Round UP
If your child is ready to start Kindergarten, the Roosevelt School District is looking to help you get them ready for a lifetime of learning. Starting Kindergarten can be a scary thing for both parents and students. Beginning in February 2012, schools in the Roosevelt School District will be holding registration events for incoming Kindergartners, >> Read More…
SMCC Offering Medical Transcription Billing Program
South Mountain Community College (SMCC) has announced it is partnering with Career Step to introduce two new online non-credit programs designed to provide students with the training they need for careers in the fields of medical coding and billing and medical transcription. Students are invited to attend a free orientation session about the new programs >> Read More…
Unique Offerings for Students
As a high school student, how would you like to graduate with a year or more of college already completed? As the parent of a high school student, how would you like your child to graduate with a year or more of college credits that were tuition-free? AAEC South Mountain Early College High School offers >> Read More…
A New Vision for Phoenix
Ray Kopakowski realized he had a special gift, one with a far-reaching impact on his life. For some reason people came to him at age 19 seeking help. Ranging from babies with colic to adults with headaches, this special ability to draw people to him and find solutions to their physical problems would be something >> Read More…
Donate a Toy, Ride in a Fire Truck
The Phoenix Fire Department’s “Rides For Toys,“ event has been around for a long time. “Basically, we’ve been doing it for 10 years, well over a decade, maybe as long as 20 years. It’s been a long time,“ said Capt. Scott Walker public information officer for the fire department. The idea behind the campaign is >> Read More…
HyBikes–Combining Power
Necessity, chance and opportunity can often arrive unexpectedly. Sometimes they arrive in the most unusual ways with interesting results. For David Smedstad, the combination came in the form of transportation. It altered his life—and now offering it to others. Smedstad is the owner of Hybikes, which sells and rents electric hybrid bikes. Mixing elements of >> Read More…
Local Business is a Scooptacular Success
Despite the economy, some local businesses are holding steady and giving back to the community. One such business is an independently owned ice cream store in Laveen. Scooptacular, owned by local residents Nindi and Carissa Wadhwa, is midway through its second year at 51st Avenue and Baseline. Browse the display case and you’ll find tasty >> Read More…
