Now or Never brings bold and exclusive brands to downtown Phoenix
When Jason Shelby moved to Phoenix to open a new boutique, he knew the timing was now or never. After all, he was no...
5th Avenue Cafe closes its doors after 14 years of business
Earl and Dawn White made the difficult announcement on Jan. 28th to its loyal customers that they were closing their beloved restaurant 5th Avenue...
Downtown Digest: Films, Constellations, and Jazz
Good morning, downtown Phoenix. This is Yoori and I hope you’re having a great morning so far. Did any of you watch the Super...
Downtown Digest: Webinars, Valentine’s Day shops and print-making
Good morning downtown Phoenix! It’s the first day of February, finally! I hope you’ve had a great weekend and ready to tackle this week!...
Local First Arizona hosts live stream highlighting business relief efforts
A downtown non-profit that has advocated for local Arizona businesses played a huge role in an effort to bring food aid to the Valley...
Dispensaries open their doors to recreational marijuana sales
The Arizona Department of Health approved 73 dispensaries for adult-use marijuana sales, including two dispensaries near downtown.
Sales officially began on Jan. 22 to adults...
Downtown Digest: Tributes, Webinars, and Food
Good morning, downtown Phoenix! Happy Wednesday. I’ve missed writing these digests every week... BUT I’m back and in full swing for this semester! Speaking...
Downtown construction is booming, but can the area keep up with development?
Development in downtown Phoenix has been on the rise, with $6 billion spent on redevelopment since 2005. These projects are continuing to grow but...
Charity and COVID: How St. Vincent De Paul continues to help amid the pandemic
St. Vincent de Paul is a unique Catholic organization in Phoenix that has few limits on what it will do to help those who...
Japanese Friendship Garden is back with new, socially-distant exhibits
The Japanese Friendship Garden was burdened with a shutdown in spring due to the COVID-19 pandemic, but by thinking up creative solutions, their team...