Sydney Mackie

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Arizona’s Hip Historian hosts haunted walk through city

A sunset walk through downtown Phoenix has never been spookier or more educational than when it is taken with Marshall Shore and his co-host, Debe Branning, on their monthly haunted walking tour. The next available tour on Saturday,...

CO+HOOTS launches platform to help Phoenix small businesses affected by the pandemic

Entrepreneurship company CO+HOOTS has launched its HUUB application in Phoenix to connect, advise and workshop with the city’s local small businesses. The HUUB is a digital platform that has helped over 800 companies in Mesa and Gilbert. It...

How to spend Valentine’s Day in downtown Phoenix, pandemic style

Ironically, as we quickly approach the one-year anniversary of nationwide isolation and various statewide lockdowns, we also approach the day dedicated to the celebration of love and romance: Valentine’s Day.  Just like every holiday this year, some traditions...

“I’m definitely ready to go back”: How ASU students are spending their Thanksgiving during the pandemic

Thanksgiving is a time for turkey, Black Friday sales and students returning home from college. Any other year, these would be ordinary events, but in 2020, nothing is so simple. Due to the increasing cases of COVID-19 on...

Everything you need to know about celebrating Halloween in downtown Phoenix

Although the eternally sunny sky may indicate otherwise, Phoenix is home to many eerie locations and events that are perfect for Halloween. Following the COVID-19 health crisis this year, many Phoenix residents may be at a loss for...