Danika Worthington

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Downtown Phoenix Partnership employees potentially expanding duties

The Downtown Phoenix Partnership may become the latest member in the group of organizations under the umbrella of the adolescent organization, Downtown Phoenix Inc. If finalized, Downtown Phoenix Inc. would have a greater infrastructure to work with in developing and renovating the city core.

ASU Preparatory Academy receives $2.9 million technology grant

ASU Preparatory Academy students could walk home with a portable computer or tablet soon due to a $2.9 million grant the school was awarded in December from the U.S. Department of Education's Investing in Innovation Program.

ASU students travel to Australia, learn skills for design of new organization facility

ASU students traveled to Australia to learn design techniques that will be applied in a new facility for Native American Connections, a local charitable organization.

Photo story: A local artist’s trials and triumphs

Local artist Travis Vallance's life is filled with struggles and triumphs, like those of many artists throughout the downtown arts district.

The Groove on Grand uses old prisoner of war houses to accomodate a variety of businesses

To anyone heading down Grand Avenue, the outside of The Groove on Grand looks like a typical building. But discretely tucked behind it is a small community, complete with art, eclectic furniture and beer.

Phoenix high-school district enrolls 27,000 students for first time in more than 35 years

All schools in the Phoenix Union High School District have increased enrollment this year, leading to record student body numbers for the entire district. The rise in students may be attributed to the recession's affect on the housing market and families as well as more positive public opinion of the district.