No Boats. No Bites. Tempe Town Lake Shuts Down.

Tempe Town Lake has officially called a timeout. And this time, it’s not just the beavers causing trouble. After historic water releases sent a raging torrent of debris, displaced wildlife and potentially dangerous bacteria into the lake, Tempe officials are keeping boating, fishing and all water recreation on ice until further notice. According to Salt […]

Discharged To The Streets? Mesa’s $24M Facility Says No.

Imagine leaving the hospital after a serious illness or injury, clutching discharge instructions that call for rest, medication, and follow-up care. Now imagine having no bed, no bathroom, and no safe place to recover. For thousands of people experiencing homelessness, that’s not a hypothetical. It’s a dangerous reality. On Friday, Nov. 13, Circle the City […]

Desert Ridge Copper Blues Gets a Rock Star Makeover.

Sometimes a “Closed for Construction” sign means a fabulous makeover is underway. Other times, it’s restaurant-speak for “Thanks for the memories. We’re never coming back.” Fortunately, Copper Blues Desert Ridge at Desert Ridge Marketplace falls into the first category. After two years of radio silence, the live music hotspot is back with a fresh look, […]