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This metro Phoenix gaming store is closing after 27 years

By Benjamin Leatherman

Jul 17, 2025

“It’s just time to move on."

A new LEGO Store is opening in Scottsdale this weekend. What to know

By Benjamin Leatherman

Jul 10, 2025

Get ready to hit the bricks.

Legendary Phoenix record store in midtown is for sale

By Amy Young

Jul 1, 2025

Ever dream of owning a music store? Aisles of vinyl could be yours.

Phoenix record store closes after more than a decade, reopens in California

By Amy Young

Jun 29, 2025

A haven for music shoppers and record collectors is saying goodbye to Arizona, but it's not the end for this vinyl destination.

Where to find Labubus in Phoenix

By Justine Andal

Jun 26, 2025

The cute little monsters are popular worldwide and have gone viral on social media. Here's where to buy one.

Look inside the new Phoenix Barnes & Noble bookstore

By Jennifer Goldberg

Jun 20, 2025

The new store, the first Barnes & Noble to come to the Valley in 20 years, opens June 25.

Mesa record store known for vintage vinyl and collectibles is making a move

By Amy Young

Jun 20, 2025

When the plaza that houses your business is about to get bulldozed, you do what you have to do.

The 12 best record stores in metro Phoenix

By Phoenix New Times Writers

Jun 20, 2025

Where to find the best vinyl in the Valley.

Zia Records: A look back at Arizona's quintessential record store

By Benjamin Leatherman

Jun 13, 2025

Nostalgic photos of the Phoenix-based record store chain from over four decades.

Micro Center’s new Phoenix store is hiring. Here’s how to apply

By Benjamin Leatherman

Jun 6, 2025

The tech retailer has started staffing its Arizona location.

Zia Records is celebrating its 45th anniversary with a host of vinyl exclusives

By Douglas Towne

Jun 2, 2025

This round of vinyl treasures is highlighted by a double album of the Gin Blossoms’ classic 1992 release, New Miserable Experience.

Phoenix 602 Day: A guide to the Valley’s new holiday

By Adrianna Nine

Jun 2, 2025

Happy 602 Day! Phoenix is celebrating itself on June 2 with events and deals at parks and businesses around town.

Micro Center might finally be opening a Phoenix store. What to know

By Benjamin Leatherman

May 23, 2025

The prayers of Arizona nerds, tech-heads and PC builders may have been answered.

This beloved Roosevelt Row boutique is closing after 20 years

By Jennifer Goldberg

May 22, 2025

A downtown Phoenix retail gem is closing its doors in June, but its owners aren't going anywhere.

SHEIN brings pop-up shop to Tempe Marketplace this weekend

By Jennifer Goldberg

May 22, 2025

Get your fast fashion even faster by shopping in person May 23 to 26.

Groceries are pricey. This Arizona nonprofit provides fresh food for less

By Sara Crocker

May 8, 2025

At Borderlands Produce Rescue, shoppers score enough food to share for just $15. It may be ‘the best kept secret in town.’

This East Valley grocery store was named one of America's best

By Tirion Boan

May 5, 2025

Not all grocery stores are created equal. One Valley supermarket was ranked No. 4 in the nation.

Free Comic Book Day 2025: How Phoenix shops are celebrating on Saturday

By Benjamin Leatherman

May 3, 2025

Here's what Dreadnought Comics, Collectors Marketplace and other Valley stores have planned for May 3.

Scottsdale's Sharpe Haus helps chefs, home cooks find the perfect edge

By Melissa Pickering

May 2, 2025

"If it doesn't feel good, if you don't like the balance of it, you're not going to use it," says knife expert Joe Roybal.

Your guide to the best Phoenix 420 parties, events and deals in 2025

By Benjamin Leatherman

Apr 18, 2025

Cannabis connoisseurs of the Valley, here’s where to celebrate this weekend.

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Phoenix mourns closure of Imperial Outpost Games

Little Shop of Hot Sauce is a niche Valley gem

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Phoenix mourns closure of Imperial Outpost Games

Little Shop of Hot Sauce is a niche Valley gem

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