The future of the half-complete sports arena and hotel near Sonoran Desert Drive and I-17 is uncertain as the project once again is facing foreclosure. A Trustee’s Sale notice was recorded with Maricopa County on March 10, with a public auction scheduled to take place at noon on June 13 at the Superior Court building…
Author: Karen Goveia
What’s ‘Sprouting’ in Tramonto Marketplace
Sprouts Farmer’s Market confirmed it is taking over the space formerly occupied by Bed Bath & Beyond located in Tramonto Marketplace near I-17 & Carefree Highway. The grocery chain has long been requested by residents in the far North Phoenix and greater Anthem area over the past decade. Bed Bath & Beyond announced its closing…
New Paths to Wellness: FXB Anthem Opens, Emphasizes Whole Life Balance
A new fitness training center opened on Anthem’s east side in January offering members a comprehensive approach to living a healthy lifestyle. FXB Anthem, part of the Farrell’s Extreme Bodyshaping franchise, combines cardio kickboxing, strength training, nutritional guidance, one-on-one coaching and special challenges to help train and fuel your body while keeping motivation top of…
Model Homes Open in 2 Communities North of Anthem
Model homes in two new developments just north of Anthem are now open for in-person and virtual touring. Both communities officially celebrated their grand openings in January. The Foothills at Arroyo Norte by William Ryan Homes is the final phase of the development with lot sizes available at a minimum of 16,800 square feet—roughly double…
Conscious Watering
Phoenix asks customers to make small changes for big water savings In the midst of a water alert due to supply limitations on the Colorado River, the City of Phoenix is asking residents to do their part to voluntarily reduce water use at home in ways that will minimally impact their lifestyles. Nearly 60 percent…
Chipmaker TSMC Goes All in on North Phoenix
Expansion plans announced for a second North Phoenix fab By Karen [email protected] By 2024, the first batch of cutting-edge silicon chip wafers designed to power the latest electronics, including Apple’s phones, computers and other devices, will be produced in North Phoenix. Just 20 months into construction on TSMC’s massive semiconductor plant on the west side…
Shop Local: The Best Gift You Can Give
By Karen Goveia More than 77 percent of consumers believe it’s more important than ever to support small businesses this holiday season, according to a report from American Express released in October. Consumers are shopping more thoughtfully and recognizing that local businesses create character within the community, adding to the diversity of products and services…
NVCA Hosts Virtual Meeting for Neighbors on Proposed Parking Lot
By Valley Vibe Staff writers— North Valley Christian Academy is hosting a virtual meeting tomorrow (Tuesday, Nov. 22) for neighbors to weigh in on the school’s proposal for a second parking lot on the northeast corner of 27th Drive and Westland Road. The private school is requesting zoning approval from the City of Phoenix to…
NVCA Proposes Second Parking Lot, Raising Traffic Concerns
By Valley Vibe Staff Writers– Residents hoping for a better solution to navigating the traffic near North Valley Christian Academy during drop off and pick up, have an opportunity to weigh in on a proposal for a second parking lot for the school on the northeast corner of 27th Drive and Westland Road. North Valley…
Anthem’s Tallest Tree Tradition Continues
By Caitlin Coulter — [email protected] “Everything about this tree is so thoughtful, even down to the picking of the seeds, and that is why I am so excited to be a part of this,” Outlets at Anthem General Manager Lisa Nyrose said of the mall’s annual tradition of serving as home to the state’s tallest…