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AZCentral | The Arizona Republic

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Mr. Lucky's was the king of clubs in Phoenix. What happened to it?

It was October 1966 when Mr. Lucky’s opened for business on Grand Avenue in west Phoenix, a two-story honky-tonk that soon became one of the Valley's most beloved music venues, affectionately called the king of clubs. The main floor hosted country music royalty, from Waylon and Willie to George Jones and Jerry Lee Lewis, with rock acts relegated to the basement. Sixty years later, the club’s iconic Vegas-worthy neon sign — a grinning jester — hasn't stopped towering high above bypassing traffic from its 50-foot perch at Grand and 37 th avenues. The bells are missing from the faded jester's hat and the little rectangular boxes that once promised cocktails and dancing appear to have been shot out or otherwise vandalized beyond repair. The dice that once hung from the bottom of the sign have also gone missing. The building itself is now home to Mr. Z Towing, which runs an impound facility for the Arizona Department of Public Safety in the parking lot, surrounded on either side by used car dealerships. J. David Sloan sang country at the helm of Mr. Lucky's house bands, first the Rogues, then Western Bred. In 1988, he bought the bar from original owner

Phoenix, AZ · 7d

kjzz.org

Arizona rains gave a record-breaking water boost to Salt and Verde rivers. Here are the numbers

Rainstorms drenched Arizona in recent weeks, soaking the state’s cities, mountains, streams and rivers. Anybody who got caught in the rare fall storm could tell you it was a wildly unusual amount of water. Now, we have the numbers to back it up. The Salt River Project, which operates...

Arizona · 4d

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Phoenix New Times

Where to get Thanksgiving dinner to go in Phoenix

From the stories making headlines to the restaurants, music and culture that make Phoenix one of a kind, New Times is there. Help us raise $25,000 by December 31 to keep independent local journalism going strong in 2027. What’s your favorite part of Thanksgiving? Are you the outlier who actually...

Phoenix, AZ · 4d

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ABC 15 News

Demolition looms for 70-year old Mesa site designed by noted Valley architect

MESA, AZ — A downtown Mesa building, designed by celebrated Arizona architect Martin Ray Young, will soon be torn down to make way for a new apartment complex. East Valley historians know the building as Gurtler Corner. Crews have already started work on the apartment project, and the building is the only thing still standing in the way of the heavy equipment.

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KTAR News

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500-unit housing project on north Phoenix golf course faces setback

A 500-unit residential project proposed at a popular north Phoenix golf course failed to pass muster with the Paradise Valley Village Planning Committee during a Nov. 2 meeting. Host Hotels & Resorts, owner of Westin Kierland Resort & Spa, is looking to develop the Copper Residences Planned Unit Development on...

Phoenix, AZ · 4d

arizonaprogressgazette.com

Bob Littlefield Did the Math, and Put Scottsdale First

Few people have fought for Scottsdale’s character longer than Bob Littlefield. The Army veteran and tech entrepreneur served three terms on the City Council, from 2002 into 2015, and chaired its subcommittee on water issues. He founded Taxpayers Against Awful Apartment Zoning Exemptions, better known as TAAAZE, to fight against what he and many others saw as the incredible overreaches of Axon and its mega-apartment complex plans. This year, he ran for a fourth term. Then, after earning his spot on the November ballot, he walked away from it.

Scottsdale, AZ · 4d

ABC15 Arizona

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Phoenix Veterans Day parade celebrates 30 years in the Valley

Thousands of people are expected to gather in Phoenix on Wednesday for the 30th annual Phoenix Veterans Day Parade.

Phoenix, AZ · 2d

chandlernews.com

East Valley veterans parade to salute nation’s birthday

A World War II military aircraft will fly over downtown Mesa on Veterans Day, signaling the start of a parade that will honor generations of military service while commemorating the nation’s 250th anniversary. The East Valley Veterans Parade will begin at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 11, with more than...

fox10phoenix.com

Phoenix Stage 2 drought plan: Surcharges, voluntary cuts announced

PHOENIX - Phoenix officials are calling on businesses and residents to cut back on water use as the city prepares to enter Stage 2 of its Drought Management Plan. "The City of Phoenix expects to enter Stage 2 of its Drought Management Plan in January as Arizona prepares for significant reductions in Colorado River water deliveries. Phoenix customers can continue to expect safe, reliable water service, but the City is preparing to rely more heavily on backup supplies," the city said in an Nov. 10 news release.

Phoenix, AZ · 2d

ABC 15 News

Scottsdale bucks statewide trend as Barry Graham, Michelle Ugenti-Rita lead for City Council seats

SCOTTSDALE, AZ — Much of Arizona shifted left in this election, but Scottsdale voters went in a different direction when it came to their City Council. With the vast majority of votes counted, incumbent Barry Graham and candidate Michelle Ugenti-Rita hold a comfortable lead for the two open council seats.

Scottsdale, AZ · 3d

inbusinessphx.com

Phoenix Advances 34-Acre Waste Recovery Campus to Extend Landfill Life

The Phoenix City Council on Nov. 4 approved terms for a 99-year ground lease and a 50-year waste supply agreement for the Resource Innovation Campus, a planned development where businesses can turn materials headed for the landfill into new products. The lease covers 33.9 acres near 35th Avenue and Elwood Street in south Phoenix, with about 22 acres slated for development.

Phoenix, AZ · 3d

ABC 15 News

Superintendent Tom Horne reflects on time in office

PHOENIX — Arizona Superintendent of Public Instruction Tom Horne is leaving office after 16 years in state government — four as attorney general and 12 as superintendent of public instruction. Horne said the role of superintendent held a special place for him, even compared to attorney general. "Often...

Phoenix, AZ · 3d

thefoothillsfocus.com

Roosevelt Neighborhood Home Tour returns during 40th anniversary

The last time the Roosevelt Neighborhood held a home tour was back in 2019. This year, the Roosevelt Action Association is bringing it back and featuring both homes and businesses in the area. The Roosevelt Neighborhood Home Tour will be held Saturday, Nov. 14. The event serves as a fundraiser...

Phoenix, AZ · 3d

aerotechnews.com

Phoenix Veterans Day Parade celebrates 30 years with new route

Thirty years after it first brought the community together to honor America’s veterans, Phoenix’s annual Veterans Day Parade is opening a new chapter. This year, the parade moves to Third Street, where veterans, military units, marching bands, community groups and families will gather Nov. 11 for a celebration honoring service and the nation’s 250th anniversary.

Phoenix, AZ · 3d

scottsdale.org

Scottsdale voters rejecting ‘blue wave’

On Election Day, political commentators around the country started talking about a “blue wave” – with some switching to “blue tsunami” later in the night. In Scottsdale, voters put up what could be called “red sandbags.”. Unofficial results of the Scottsdale City Council race...

Scottsdale, AZ · 5d

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Phoenix Food Drive Supports Families Facing Food Insecurity

Join the City of Phoenix in supporting families and individuals facing increased food insecurity as the cost of living continues to rise. Many households are struggling to keep nutritious food on the table, and the City is once again partnering with St. Mary’s Food Bank to help meet this growing need, ensuring residents have access to nutritious meals.

Phoenix, AZ · 3d

ABC15 Arizona

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City advances $1 billion sustainable Salt River campus project

A novel sustainable campus where trash turns into treasure next to the Salt River in south Phoenix is finally moving ahead.

Phoenix, AZ · 3d

fox10phoenix.com

AZ group helps families get ready for Thanksgiving

The Phoenix Rescue Mission is helping families in need celebrate Thanksgiving by providing holiday dinners, and on Nov. 9, they began handing out free turkeys and sides in Glendale. FOX 10's Irene Snyder has more.

Glendale, AZ · 3d

Ahwatukee Foothills News

Election yields big day for Democrats, Ahwatukee-area incumbents

Although results from last week’s election officially remain unofficial, there isn’t much – if any – uncertainty surrounding the few contests directly involving Ahwatukee. For starters, the all-Democratic – and now, all-Ahwatukee – delegation from Legislative District 12 remains not only intact but helped turn Chandler...

Phoenix, AZ · 4d