New urban salon brings high-end services and hair styling to downtown
Mark Garcia made the switch from a 20-year career in the transportation industry to his longterm dream of hair styling during the economic downturn. His efforts have come to fruition with Coiffeur's Salon, which aims to be upscale but affordable.
Protesters continue demonstration against SB 1062 at Capitol
Several hundred protestors gathered at the state Capitol Monday night, continuing their protest of Senate Bill 1062, which would allow businesses to refuse to provide service to customers based on religious principles.
Bioscience High School principal finds fulfillment in career in education
The first day Quintin Boyce walked into Bioscience High School as the full-time principal he was riddled with doubt. He walked toward his office asking himself “Do I know what I’m doing?” and “Am I equipped to handle everything?”
Phoenix Police officer works to assist homeless in Margaret T. Hance Park
Rusty Stuart, 26-year veteran of the Phoenix Police Department, leads the Misdemeanor Repeat Offender Program, which differentiates homeless people who may be in need of social services from criminals.
Grace Lutheran Church celebrates centennial by looking at church’s history with community
Grace Lutheran Church celebrated its 100th year of existence with a special service that included an appearance from Mayor Greg Stanton, music, and a focus on the history of the church.
Revival Art Collective provides space for youth to express creativity
Revival Art Collective, a downtown gallery and tattoo shop, has been enhancing the connection between art and youth with a weekly teen drawing class.
Businesses, community members respond to passage of religious service refusal bill
On Thursday, the Arizona legislature passed a bill that would allow businesses to refuse service based on religious beliefs. The move caused an uproar among downtown business owners and community members who feel this bill could be used to discriminate against gay people.
Roosevelt Row Artists’ District celebrates results of visioning project, survey and book
Members and leaders of the newly dubbed Roosevelt Row Artists’ District convened at The Nash on Thursday to celebrate the district's visioning project that outlined their future goals.
Seed Spot welcomes 11 new business ventures into signature incubation program
More than 200 people gathered at Seed Spot’s headquarters in midtown Phoenix to celebrate their third class of ventures Thursday evening. The 11 new ventures in the full-time incubation program cover industries including health, human rights, civic engagement, environment and education.
Devil’s Pass: Lawn Gnome Publishing recovers from robbery with community support
Discussion points included the impact of the robbery and the recovery effort. The hosts also discussed what the process proves about small businesses in the downtown arts community.