‘All I wanted to do was dance’: Ballet scholarship competition helps further dancers’ dreams
PHOENIX – Ballet dancers competed for scholarships at the Youth America Grand Prix international student ballet scholarship competition at the Orpheum Theatre in Phoenix in February.
Photo essay: Early play at WM Phoenix Open defined by wild weather, record score
SCOTTSDALE – After a three-and-a half- hour rain delay on Thursday, the WM Phoenix Open finished it’s first round Friday with a record-tying score heading into the second round. Here’s a look at the early days of the tournament in pictures.
Arizona Indian Festival showcases authentic Indigenous art
SCOTTSDALE – The Arizona Indian Festival in Scottsdale showcases authentic Indigenous art. Artists say knockoffs from overseas undermine their authentic work, which represents their culture.
Arizona rock climbers speak out against National Park Service, U.S. Forest Service proposal to restrict anchors
TUCSON – The National Park Service and the U.S. Forest Service drafted policy in November that could prohibit climbing anchors in wilderness areas around the country. The Climbing Association of Southern Arizona is one of several climbing organizations speaking out against the proposals, saying that they would discourage and endanger climbers.
Photo essay: Whiteriver Community finds unity in hoops through Alchesay Falcons
WHITERIVER – The Alchesay Falcons find strength in the bond between team and community, as Whiteriver residents unite passionately in support of their beloved basketball team.
Photo essay: Arizona State men’s basketball gives rude welcome to Bronny James, USC
TEMPE – Witness sights from Saturday’s intense clash, featuring an electric atmosphere and roaring crowd as the Sun Devils continue their pursuit to finish the season atop the Pac-12.
Ties that bind: In tiny Winkelman, 8-man football champs reflect copper community’s perseverance
WINKELMAN – Winkelman, a tiny Arizona community, has endured plenty, but the success of an 8-man football team has brought it joy.
Soccer refereeing by the numbers: Abuse, pay, rigor factor in to ref shortage
PHOENIX – There is a referee shortage across the United States, and a look at what soccer refs in Arizona go through to officiate a game offers clues as to the causes of the shortage. Referee abuse, low pay and athletic rigor are a few of the hardships, but many refs still say they love the job and encourage others to take the plunge.
For immigrants in the Dominican Republic, access to HIV treatment is difficult to obtain
SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic – AIDS Healthcare Foundation works to provide treatment for people living in the Dominican Republic. But for Haitian migrants, access to care can be difficult.
A 120-year legacy: Tempe’s historic Hayden Flour Mill set for revitalization
TEMPE – Tempe's historic Hayden Flour Mill, a landmark dating back to 1918, has been approved for redevelopment after standing vacant since 1998. The project includes new retail businesses, a public park, improvements to the A Mountain trailhead and preservation of the historic buildings.
A Flagstaff nonprofit helps its Indigenous community combat high rates of diabetes using holistic approaches
FLAGSTAFF – Native Americans for Community Action (NACA) combats diabetes within Flagstaff's Indigenous community using a holistic approach. It focuses on reconnecting with traditional cultural practices to manage and prevent diabetes.
One·n·ten organization serves LGBTQ+ youth by providing mental, emotional and physical well-being resources
PHOENIX – One·n·ten, a nonprofit Phoenix organization, serves LGBTQ+ youth by providing resources for mental, emotional and physical well-being. Members share their personal stories and talk about the importance of having safe, inclusive spaces for the LGBTQ+ community.
