The Valley Now archive
746 dated briefs from across the Phoenix Valley. Older stories preserve what was reported at the time; opening details can change.
Avondale ·
Luna Grill opened its third Arizona restaurant on Aug. 20 at 9750 W. Indian School Road. The Mediterranean fast-casual spot is the brand's first West Valley location, following Mesa and Gilbert.
Source: What Now Phoenix
Avondale ·
Avondale's Hispanic Heritage celebration is set for Sept. 25. The city lists artisan vendors, authentic food and live music at the amphitheater.
Source: City of AvondaleAvondale ·
Avondale's fall event calendar has Movies in the Park set for Sept. 12. The city invites families to bring lawn chairs, blankets, friends and family for a movie on the big screen.
Source: City of AvondaleAvondale ·
Construction is underway on 0.72 acres at Dysart Road and Western Avenue. The city says the December 2026 finish will add illuminated artwork, history panels, shade trees, landscaping, pedestrian paths and a time capsule for Avondale's 100th anniversary.
Source: City of Avondale
Casa Grande ·
Angie's confirmed a planned location at Florence Boulevard and Henness Road as part of a nine-store Arizona expansion. The company told What Now Phoenix that it hoped to open the remaining locations by the end of 2026, but no exact Casa Grande opening date has been announced.
Source: What Now Phoenix
Casa Grande ·
Casa Grande's 2026 ¡Celebra! Hispanic Heritage Month celebration is set for Friday, Sept. 25 from 6 to 9 p.m. at Neon Sign Park and Main Street Alley. The city lists the Latino Familia Initiative, Main Street Casa Grande and the City of Casa Grande as presenters.
Source: City of Casa GrandeCasa Grande ·
Casa Grande's official calendar lists the Fly-In Breakfast for Saturday, Aug. 29 at Casa Grande Municipal Airport. The city describes a morning of breakfast, aircraft and time with local aviators, and notes that Bagel House is now operating at the airport Friday through Tuesday from 7 to 11 a.m.
Source: City of Casa GrandeCasa Grande ·
Casa Grande lists its Halloween Harvest Festival for Thursday, Oct. 22 from 6 to 9 p.m. at Paul Mason Sports Complex. The city expects more than 3,000 attendees and is inviting businesses, organizations and nonprofits to participate.
Source: City of Casa GrandeCasa Grande ·
The Museum of Casa Grande lists its 2026-27 season from Sept. 19 through May 1. Published hours are noon to 4 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday, with closures on most major holidays.
Source: The Museum of Casa GrandeCasa Grande ·
Casa Grande opens Youth Basketball League registration Tuesday, Sept. 1 for players ages 7 to 13. The city lists the fee at $65 per participant and says space is limited.
Source: City of Casa Grande
Cave Creek ·
The town's own event page has Taste of Cave Creek down for Oct. 14 and 15, 5 to 9 p.m. both nights. It is the first thing on Cave Creek's fall calendar, and the town lists Hidden in the Hills, the artist studio tour, right behind it on Nov. 20 to 22 and Nov. 27 to 29. The town's tourism office is at 6528 E. Cave Creek Road if you want the full calendar.
Source: Town of Cave Creek
Chandler ·
Chandler Fashion Center's food court has a new tenant. Johnny Rockets, the burgers-fries-and-hand-crafted-shakes chain, celebrated its grand opening Aug. 8 and 9, and the mall says it is the first Southeast Valley location. Garage, which sells everyday and active staples for women, opened the same Saturday, Aug. 8.
Source: AZ Big Media
Coolidge ·
An Allsup's convenience store and gas station is planned for the southwest corner of State Route 287 and Attaway Road inside Coolidge city limits. The July report says it would be the New Mexico-founded chain's fourth Arizona location, but it does not publish an opening date.
Source: Rose Law Group Reporter via PinalCentral
Coolidge ·
Coolidge approved rezoning for Clark Pacific's proposed precast-concrete components plant on July 13. The 160-acre site is near South Highway 87 and East Hanna Road, and the company's representative gave a preliminary estimate of 100 to 150 jobs while saying it hoped to hire most workers locally.
Source: Rose Law Group Reporter via Pinal Post
Coolidge ·
Made For This is preparing to open at 407 W. Central Avenue with 24-hour access and strength equipment from Arsenal Strength and Rogue Fitness. Owner Angel Mondejar told the Coolidge Examiner he hoped to open within the next few weeks while awaiting the final city permit, so check the gym's channels for the confirmed opening date.
Source: Coolidge ExaminerCoolidge ·
Pinal County Open Space and Trails brings Nocturnal Neighbors to the Coolidge Public Library on Tuesday, Sept. 29 from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. The program explores how owls, bats, foxes, coyotes and other desert wildlife thrive after dark through interactive activities and animal artifacts.
Source: Coolidge Chamber of CommerceCoolidge ·
The Arizona Center for Investigative Reporting and nonprofit Open Campus are holding a community listening session at Coolidge Public Library on Thursday, Sept. 24 from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Residents can share story ideas about higher education, community colleges, workforce development and job training.
Source: Coolidge Chamber of Commerce
Florence ·
The Greater Florence Chamber calendar lists a First Thursday Mixer at National Bank of Arizona on Thursday, Sept. 3 at 5:30 p.m. Confirm registration and location details with the chamber before going.
Source: Greater Florence Chamber of CommerceFlorence ·
The Greater Florence Chamber lists Mobile Business Service Day for Tuesday, Sept. 8 at 9 a.m. The directly fetched calendar does not publish the service details, so check the chamber event listing before attending.
Source: Greater Florence Chamber of CommerceFlorence ·
The Greater Florence Chamber calendar lists the Moonshot Rural Business Pitch Competition for Thursday, Sept. 17 at 9 a.m. Confirm eligibility, venue and registration terms through the chamber listing.
Source: Greater Florence Chamber of CommerceFlorence ·
The Greater Florence Chamber of Commerce lists its Florence Women in Business Dinner for Wednesday, Sept. 2 at 6 p.m. Check the chamber listing for registration and venue details before attending.
Source: Greater Florence Chamber of CommerceFlorence ·
The Greater Florence Chamber lists a Young Professionals Networking event for Thursday, Sept. 17 at 6 p.m. Check the chamber listing for venue, eligibility and registration details.
Source: Greater Florence Chamber of Commerce
Glendale ·
PBR Ridge Rider Days lands at Desert Diamond Arena in Glendale for three days, Oct. 9 to 11, on Visit Phoenix's can't-miss list for 2026. It is the arena's marquee fall weekend, and it sits right between the Cardinals' September home stand and the holiday run at Westgate.
Source: Visit Phoenix
Goodyear ·
Cavender's Boot City is planning a roughly 15,000-square-foot store at 1600 N. Pebble Creek Parkway in Market at Estrella Falls. The report says the Western apparel and footwear store is expected this fall, but an exact opening date has not been announced.
Source: What Now Phoenix
