Community

Radio Phoenix celebrates fifth anniversary, raises money for FM station

Radio Phoenix has moved up from a room in a historic downtown bungalow to an area in the Phoenix Center for the Arts. Now they're fundraising to build their very own FM station to host their community-driven programs.

Dome-like structure built outside Aside of Heart finds new home at the Firehouse Gallery

The construction of the dome-like structure on Aside of Heart's front yard was cut short over the weekend when the cafe ordered its removal. The reason why is not yet known. The structure was adopted by the Firehouse Gallery and is currently on display there.

Guantanamo Public Memory Project exhibits, performances educate community

The Guantanamo Public Memory Project — a national project to build public awareness of the U.S. Naval base’s history — has been brought to Burton Barr Central Library in collaboration with ASU’s Public History Program in the School of Historical, Philosophical and Religious Studies.

Members of activist group Anonymous march in display downtown

Anonymous members marched over six miles through central Phoenix on Tuesday to display their stance on genetically modified organisms and the possibility of a police state, among other issues.

Results emerge in Phoenix City Council runoff elections for Districts 4, 8

Laura Pastor and Justin Johnson competed for an open District 4 seat on the Phoenix City Council, while Kate Gallego and Pastor Warren Stewart challenged each other for an open seat to represent District 8.

Light rail extension to South Central Corridor recommended for approval Monday

The Central City Village Planning Committee agreed to recommend approval of a light rail extension into the South Central Corridor during their meeting Monday. Valley Metro accounted for how busy the intersections are and resident feedback when choosing the stops on the five-mile track.

Phoenix Preserve kick-off event raises awareness for DeSoto Building in downtown

Preserve Phoenix's kickoff event was Friday at the historic DeSoto Building in downtown Phoenix. Preserve Phoenix's goal is to raise awareness about the DeSoto Building, which is now being leased, as well as other historical buildings.

Construction on dome-like structure outside Aside of Heart halted by owners of cafe

Construction on the dome-like structure outside of Aside of Heart cafe on Fifth Street continues with the goal of creating a final, eco-friendly product completely unique to downtown.

Experimental performance company Orange Theatre boosts fall show funding last minute

Orange Theatre, local theater troupe, fundraised for a performance of Spanish play Blood Wedding with Indiegogo. The group combined the lines from Blood Wedding with the blocking and stage directions of Godzilla.

Car of the dead drives “Celebration of the Living” in ASU Art Museum project

Two Italian artists came to Phoenix to put on the “Celebration of the Living” procession through the streets of Phoenix this past weekend. A jazz band paved the way for attendees who pushed a car with a sheet of names of deceased loved ones.