Jan. 27 In Blogs: Phil Gordon, Steelers, Joe Arpaio and More

We understand that in the 24-hour news cycle it can be difficult to keep up. Worry not! We have the solution. Check back on Valley Fever every evening for highlights from each of New Times' blogs. Today's entries: Valley Fever: Mayor Phil Gordon Kills Plan to Give Self Two More...

By Jonathan McNamara

January 27, 2009

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We understand that in the 24-hour news cycle it can be difficult to keep up. Worry not! We have the solution. Check back on Valley Fever every evening for highlights from each of New Times' blogs. Today's entries:

Valley Fever:
Mayor Phil Gordon Kills Plan to Give Self Two More Years

Pittsburgh Steelers Fans Lash Out at Phoenix Mayor Phil Gordon for Terrible Towel Diss. Go Phil!

Up on the Sun:
Best Banjo Album of 2009 by Steve Martin (yes that Steve Martin)

Lone Butte Casino to host "American Idol"-style televised talent show

Chow Bella:
Waiter Confidential: What I've Paid to Play

Pizza Fusion Burglarized After Fundraiser for Local Family

Feathered Bastard:
Joe Arpaio's Outrage Du Jour: Transporting His Prisoners Via Light Rail (w/Update)

Slide Show:
Willie Nelson at Dodge Theater

Jonathan McNamara

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