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May 25, 2012
Tempe Rocks, and a Film Crew Wants to Document It Saturday at Rogue Bar
When Ari Leopold moved to the Valley last year, he stumbled upon a burgeoning indie rock scene that couldn't be ignored. Well, difficult for him to ignore, anyway. The Tempe rock scene he fell in love with isn't exactly popular if you're thinking mainstream success. You don't see parents from the s ... More >>
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May 15, 2012
The Donkeys, Yucca Tap Room, 5/14/12
The Donkeys Yucca Tap Room Monday, May 14, 2012 It's hard to tell your friends "I'm going to the Donkeys show" with a straight face. No, not some perverted freak-show in Mexico. I mean the psychedelic San Diegan blues rockers The Donkeys, who tore the Yucca Tap Room apart with their '60s-inspired p ... More >>
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May 7, 2012
Joe Arpaio Pulls Off Immigrant Roundup Number 60; Four Furniture Store Workers Arrested
Maricopa County Sheriff put the 60th notch in his illegal-immigrant roundup/"employer sanctions operation" belt today, as deputies nabbed four people at a Tempe office furniture store.Running off another "tip," deputies went to Interior Solutions in Tempe this morning, arresting four people believed ... More >>
Culture
May 3, 2012
Majestic Ruins: Phoenix's First Baptist Church and More
Maricopa County Sheriff put the 60th notch in his illegal-immigrant roundup/"employer sanctions operation" belt today, as deputies nabbed four people at a Tempe office furniture store.Running off another "tip," deputies went to Interior Solutions in Tempe this morning, arresting four people believed ... More >>
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May 2, 2012
Hoodlums to Host "Hoodstock" Festival to Benefit Tempe's Broadmor Elementary
How's this for a depressing statistic? According to 2012's Quality Counts report, as presented by K-12 education newspaper Education Week, Arizona ranks 44th out of 51 states (and Washington D.C.) in public education. Plus, our desert state got a mere D when it came to school finance and an F for ... More >>
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April 27, 2012
Three Things to Eat, Drink, and Bake this Weekend
It's weekend time and there is a whole bunch of foodie stuff to do. Whether you're hitting up the Greek Festival, meeting Giada de Laurentiis in Scottsdale, or just make a nice dinner at your house, I hope you get to eat something delicious! Here's what's on my plate this weekend ... Eat This: Sa ... More >>
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April 20, 2012
Five Must-See Shows This Weekend
Curious what's going on around town this weekend? Need some suggestions as to how to rock, dance, or krump in the Valley of the Sun? Don't fret: These are our Five Shows to See This Weekend. Hunx and His Punx @ Yucca Tap Room Ever since its genesis with Chuck Berry and Elvis, the rock formula has ... More >>
Music
April 19, 2012
KWSS' The Morning Infidelity Celebrates Local Music on 4/20
Curious what's going on around town this weekend? Need some suggestions as to how to rock, dance, or krump in the Valley of the Sun? Don't fret: These are our Five Shows to See This Weekend. Hunx and His Punx @ Yucca Tap Room Ever since its genesis with Chuck Berry and Elvis, the rock formula has ... More >>
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April 16, 2012
D'Lish Kitchen to Open Second Location in Tempe
For those full-up with fast food, pizza, or a weekend's worth of cheap beer, a new healthy eats spot coming to Tempe aims to provide a bit of balance. D'Lish Kitchen and Coffee House, a health-conscious eatery complete with a drive-thru for good food on the go, is opening its second location on Mon ... More >>
Blogs
April 10, 2012
Bad Lucy Make Push For Bonnaroo, Use Google Maps for Scavenger Hunt
Yeah, there's that spectacle in the desert going on this weekend. And next weekend. And yeah, maybe there's a lot of us that didn't have enough skrilla to nab a couple of passes. Big deal. You still have a chance to catch the next big festival later this year, although you'll have to go to the Mis ... More >>
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April 4, 2012
Vintage Phoenix Shoegaze Band Half String Reissued by Brooklyn Label Captured Tracks
It's easy to imagine the sounds of Tempe in the '90s dominated by jangle, over-driven camps cranked, and melodic singers crooning a Mill Ave export that would crack into the mainstream. But listening to Half String, a Tempe-based band that featured Brandon Capps, Tim Patterson, Matt Kruse, and Kimbe ... More >>
Blogs
April 3, 2012
Listen to The Insects' Swaggering, Heavy Cutting Room Floor
In movies, the cutting-room floor is usually a cold, dark place where unused footage ends up, never seeing the light of day unless it find its way into a director's cut somewhere down the road. The same is true when it comes to the music studio, but thanks to the Internet and sites like Bandcamp, y ... More >>
Blogs
March 30, 2012
Weekend: B-Real of Cypress Hill, Loyal Wife, Heartless Bastards, Switch, George & Dragon 17th Anniversary Party
Earlier this week we remarked on the longevity of Grand Ave art-space the Trunk Space, which is celebrating eight years of DIY operation next week. Well, here's something to consider: This week, The George & Dragon pub, which has hosted many a punk rock show in its day, turns 17. That's only one yea ... More >>
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March 23, 2012
Weekend: Emperor X, Acidic, Tugboat, Nu Sensae, Jim Adkins
See also: Tugboat's Phillip Hanna Talks About the Band's Breakup, Final Shows, and What Happens Next After six years, Tempe based weirdo rockers (it's a compliment) Tugboat are calling it quits. "The idea was up in the air," Phillip Hanna told Up on the Sun's Christina Caldwell. "Because we kept ... More >>
Blogs
March 16, 2012
The Attitude's Jim Louvau on Canceled Clubhouse Show with Orgy
The closing of The Clubhouse in Tempe is shaking up the Arizona music scene and forcing two dozen bands to either cancel their shows or find a new venue to perform. Earlier this week, hundreds of people showed up to the Tempe town hall meeting held to address the future implications of the shootin ... More >>
Blogs
March 16, 2012
Guess Where I'm Eating and Win A Prize!
Last weekend I was hit with a Pho craving so I decided to check out Tempe's newest Vietnamese Eatery. The pho was really good -- not mindblowing good, but really good. The service was awesome and the interior is nice. Do you know where I'm eating?
Blogs
March 15, 2012
Reactions to The Clubhouse Closing on Twitter
See also: Clubhouse Music Venue Closes It has been almost two weeks since gang-related gunfire erupted outside the Nipsey Hussle show at The Clubhouse in Tempe, wounding 15 and placing a scar on the face of an otherwise admirable venue. Last Friday, owner Eugenia Ruven was arrested for "fa ... More >>
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March 15, 2012
Flogging Molly's Dennis Casey Doesn't Remember Much About Those Casey Moore's Afterparties
Boston's got Dropkick Murphy's, Chicago's got The Tossers, and Tempe's got Flogging Molly. The Celtic-punk band has become a firm tradition here, and this year marks their 8th annual stop at Tempe Beach Park. The show's practically a festival, with the band joined by a litany of rock 'n' roll acts ... More >>
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March 12, 2012
City of Tempe Holding Public Forum on Clubhouse Music Venue Tonight
If you're someone who is supporting the Clubhouse Music Venue and its owner during the current brouhaha over the recent shooting outside the concert hall, tonight's the night to let the City of Tempe know about it. Ditto for anyone on the other side of the issue who'd like to the venue punished o ... More >>
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March 9, 2012
Quick Henry's Musical Recipe: Equal Parts Passion, Soul, Jameson and Ginger Ale
Line-up changes and schedule conflicts over the last year and a half have slowed down Tempe blues rockers Quick Henry, but haven't stopped them from rocking out at local watering holes on a near daily basis. At the helm of it all is vocalist/guitarist Kevin Redlich. Whether he's pulling double du ... More >>
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March 2, 2012
Weekend: Nippsy Hustle, The Pubes, Mustache Massacre, Chemicals of Democracy, Kool Keith
Recent Dark Lord Records (with distribution by Sony) signees Chemicals of Democracy are heading to Europe for Hammerfest, where they'll be performing alongside Anthrax, Exodus, Skindred, and more. But the dudes aren't leaving town without a bash. Tomorrow night they'll be showing off songs from th ... More >>
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March 1, 2012
Where to Eat and Drink Near Tempe Diablo Stadium
Los Angeles Angels: Tempe Diablo Stadium The name says Tempe, but if you're catching an Angels game at Diablo Stadium (heh heh, we get it) and looking for a good meal, you're much closer to a few excellent drinking and dining options in South Phoenix. We did tuck one Tempe favorite in there for ... More >>
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February 14, 2012
Playboy Coming to Tempe in Search of A Couple New Boobies
If you've got boobs and can be in Tempe on March 1, Playboy would like to have a word with (and glance at) you.The nudie mag isn't releasing the exact location of the, uh, interviews (gotta keep the perverts at bay), but the casting call offers the opportunity to be "Playmate of the Month," and p ... More >>
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February 9, 2012
ASU Sports in Full Force as Women Begin Defense of National Title, Men Try to Win a Basketball Game
Lots of sports action in Tempe this weekend, which for our purposes starts tonight at the Wells Fargo Arena, where the ASU Sun Devils should be in a close, if not so artistic, battle against the equally lowly Utah Utes. the game, which will not be televised (it's on KTAR620), marks the return o ... More >>
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January 6, 2012
Tempe Ranked Second-Worst College Town in America (By Online Education Peddlers)
www.motifake.comAt least the scenery's nice...According to a new survey, Tempe, the home of Arizona State University's largest campus, is the second-worst college town in America -- worse even than places like Waco, Texas, Ruston, Louisiana, and Poughkeepsie, New York.However, the survey was cond ... More >>
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January 3, 2012
Railroad "Quiet Zone" Program to Begin in Tempe on January 25 After Six-Year Wait; UPDATE: Program Cost About $175,000
Tempe residents who live near the Union Pacific rail line just north of Tempe will sleep easier this year after a "quiet zone" program takes effect later this month.Chandler and Phoenix are among the Valley cities that already have such programs, under which the railroad agrees that train operato ... More >>
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December 30, 2011
North Dakota, Meat Puppets, Gin Blossoms, Minibosses, Jerry Riopelle, and More This Weekend
See also: Phoenix New Times New Year's Eve Guide Ring in the New Year With These Local Shows (Minibosses, Meat Puppets, Futurekind, Gin Blossoms, Sugar Thieves We owe a lot to The Meat Puppets around here (you know, our name and all), so we're always happy when the Kirkwood boys are back in town. ... More >>
Calendar
December 29, 2011
Chip Off The Old Block
See also: Phoenix New Times New Year's Eve Guide Ring in the New Year With These Local Shows (Minibosses, Meat Puppets, Futurekind, Gin Blossoms, Sugar Thieves We owe a lot to The Meat Puppets around here (you know, our name and all), so we're always happy when the Kirkwood boys are back in town. ... More >>
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December 20, 2011
Sinaloa Drug Cartel Now Short $7.8 Million, 435 Pounds of Meth, and 650 Pounds of Weed -- Compliments of Arizona Law Enforcement Agencies
WikipediaJoaquin Guzman-Loera is the head of the Sinaloa Cartel. He's also one of the richest men in the world.The Sinaloa drug cartel recently suffered what local law enforcement agencies are considering a "significant blow" -- a 15-month investigation has led to the arrest of more than 200 peop ... More >>
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December 1, 2011
Yoki A Ma' Medical Marijuana Club Busted by Tempe and Nevada Authorities; Six Arrested -- Club Owner Craig Sherf Talks to New Times
Tempe police teamed up with Nevada authorities this week to bust the Yoki A Ma' medical marijuana club, arresting six people.It's the latest arrest of people accused of operating clubs that distributed medical marijuana to state-registered patients, and the second to involve a business named ... More >>
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October 19, 2011
Four Peaks to Open Third Location in Summer 2012
But don't get too excited. The popular Tempe brewery and restaurant has plans in the works for a third location but it will mostly be used for the production of the Four Peaks favorite, Kiltlifter. We have known this for sometime, the big question has just been where's it going to go?Un ... More >>
Blogs
October 10, 2011
New Capriotti's Joins the Surge of Sub Shops Coming to the Valley
Sheesh, first it was Firehouse Subs, then the announcement of ten more Jersey Mike's Subs -- now, Capriotti's Sandwich Shop, the Delaware-based sub and sandwich chain with locations in Ahwatukee, Mesa, and Tempe, has announced its continuing the recent surge of sub shops to the Valley with a fourth ... More >>
Blogs
September 26, 2011
Is Cartel Coffee Lab Getting Ready to Brew Beer?
It looks like the folks behind Cartel Coffee Lab are brewing up a little something different -- beer. Ever since the popular Tempe location took over the adjacent space, the rumors having been flying about what exactly they are going to do with the extra square footage. We have heard ... More >>
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September 7, 2011
August 2011 Restaurant Openings and Closings
The new Grilled Ave in Tempe Later, August. You were hot and humid but at least you left us with a heaping handful of new places to eat and drink. Unfortunately, a couple of our ol' restaurant buddies had to say goodbye. Restaurants (and other Food-Related Establishments) That ... More >>
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August 12, 2011
Tempe and Scottsdale Among Best "Fun, Affordable" Cities in U.S., Says Magazine Report
Two Valley cities rose to the top of a list of 25 "fun, affordable" cities compiled by a magazine that reviewed median home prices along with proximity to eateries and nightlife.The report from Better Homes and Garden Real Estate, which used data from Onboard Infomatics, reviewed 6,106 ZIP codes ... More >>
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August 2, 2011
Former Chyro Arts Co-Owner Introduces New Tempe Venture, Venue 104
Venue 104 is slated to open October 19October is looking to be a pretty exciting month for Valley venue openings. First came the announcement of Crescent Ballroom, and now Tempe's Venue 104. When non-profit Scottsdale art space Chyro Arts closed its doors in May 2010, co-owner Michael Peck w ... More >>
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July 8, 2011
Follow Friday: Phoenix Indian Fare on Twitter
http://sareedreams.com/It's that time again. We've compiled a small but meaningful list of great Twitter accounts for any Phoenix foodie to follow. In honor of all this crazy Haboob-y monsoon weather, we thought we'd feature Indian (where they also have monsoons) food twitterers in the Valley. ... More >>
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June 21, 2011
Coming Soon: Paletas Betty on Mill Ave.
Get excited Tempe, pretty soon you will be able to enjoy delicious paletas without having to make the trek to Chandler. Paletas Betty, the popular frozen treat shop in downtown Chandler, will soon be slingin' their homemade ice pops out of a second location just off Mill Ave.&nb ... More >>
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June 15, 2011
Wine on Tap: Where to Tap It in Phoenix
earthisland.org Gone are the days of ordering wine by the bottle -- not entirely gone, but in some circles, definitely kicked to the curb.Wine on tap is not exactly a new concept for Phoenix. It's actually not a new idea at all. A lot of wines are made in large metal casks, and there are vine ... More >>
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June 15, 2011
May (and early June) 2011 Restaurant Openings and Closings
James Waldon The scene inside Black Chile Mexican Grill at the Biltmore Here's our list of restaurants the month of May brought and since we were at it, we figured we would throw in what early June has tossed on the table. We also lost a few restaurants friends -- thankfully we have ... More >>
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May 23, 2011
Arizona and ASU Softball Teams Earn Spot in Super-Regionals This Weekend
Both Arizona major-college softball programs rolled through their respective NCAA Regionals over the weekend in Tempe and Tucson, the first of two steps necessary to earn a coveted spot in the College World Series.Freshman ace Dallas Escobedo leads Devils to Super Regionals Neither squad rea ... More >>
Blogs
April 13, 2011
Luna Fitness in Tempe Sued by Clif Bar, Maker of Luna Energy Bar
Clif Bar, maker of Luna Bar, is suing Tempe's Luna Fitness over alleged trademark infringements. Imagine being crushed by a giant Clif bar -- now you've got an idea how a small, Tempe fitness firm must feel. Luna Fitness, on the corner of Elliot and Rural roads, is being sued i ... More >>
Blogs
March 29, 2011
Five Favorite Coffee Houses in Metro Phoenix
I remember the very first coffee house in Phoenix. OK, maybe it wasn't the first. I'm sure it wasn't the first. But it was my first. It was 1991(ish) and I'd just moved home to the Valley -- and no one around here was into coffee. Yet. It would be years before Starbucks arrived, but one da ... More >>
Blogs
March 4, 2011
Where Am I Eating?
Last week, we were able to squeak in a quick lunch at this breakfast/lunch/bakery's new and improved "bigger" location. Loaded with turkey we swear was just sliced off a freshly roasted bird, crispy bacon, ripe tomato and field greens made up this especially lovely sandwich. We enjoyed every tas ... More >>
Blogs
March 2, 2011
The Refreshments are Playing SXSW (But Don't Get Too Excited)
The Refreshments are playing South By Southwest. No, not those Refreshments. The famous Tempe act from the 90's is still very much broken up. Not that you'd know it from a hilarious listing on a SXSW site which names a band called the Refreshments from Tempe, Arizona. The site&nb ... More >>
Blogs
March 1, 2011
Eugenia Theodosopoulos: Caramelpalooza Candymakers
In the days leading up to Caramelpalooza 2011, we're introducing you to the local chefs who will be sharing their candy March 11 at Smeeks in central Phoenix. Today we bring you the macaron maven, Eugenia Theodosopoulos of Essance Bakery Cafe in Tempe. Theodosopoulos trained, lived a ... More >>
Blogs
March 1, 2011
Grape Thief Busted for Three Tempe Burglaries
blippitt.comHide your kids, hide your wife, and hide your grapes.Tempe police arrested a 17-year-old Phoenix kid suspected of a burglary on Friday afternoon -- as he sat eating the same grapes he'd stolen from a house he allegedly broke into.
Music
February 24, 2011
Roots Rockers Flathead Have Played with Everyone
blippitt.comHide your kids, hide your wife, and hide your grapes.Tempe police arrested a 17-year-old Phoenix kid suspected of a burglary on Friday afternoon -- as he sat eating the same grapes he'd stolen from a house he allegedly broke into.
Blogs
February 18, 2011
Centerpoint Towers Finally Sold to Zaremba Group; Construction to Finish Project Begins "Immediately"
Image: Jamie PeacheyThe Centerpoint Towers in Tempe have finally sold. The buyer, Zaremba Group of Ohio, hopes to have renters living there by August. Welcome to "West Sixth." The Centerpoint Towers in Tempe have been sold, and construction on the unfinished project will resume "immediately" ... More >>
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February 1, 2011
Tempe Police Seized 2,064 Fake IDs in 2010
Tempe PDWhat 2,064 fake IDs looks like. Probably contains several Hawaiians named 'McLovin'More than 2,000 underage drinkers in Tempe had some pretty crappy fake IDs last year. The Tempe Police Department announced Tuesday that 2,064 fictitiously used IDs were seized by police and Tempe's Downto ... More >>
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