Residents say lousy drivers are worst traffic issue in Laveen
Whether it is rude drivers or four-lane thoroughfares that abruptly drop to two lanes, residents in Laveen find plenty to say about driving in the rapidly developing urban village. The South Mountain District News asked residents to sound off on the topic and more than 80 people responded with what they considered the biggest traffic […]
Laveen Village Voice: Scouts and 4-H Geared Toward Helping Community
In growing children into responsible adults who care about their communities, parents look to many different resources. Here in Laveen, there are several youth organizations geared toward helping our community’s young people achieve that goal. Two prominent ones are: 4-H (for children ages 5-18) and the scouting programs for boys (ages 6 to their […]
Phoenix Union board names interim superintendent from South Phoenix
PHOENIX — The Phoenix Union Governing Board unanimously named Dr. Chad Gestson Interim Superintendent to replace Dr. Kent P. Scribner, who is the sole finalist for the Fort Worth, TX Independent School District superintendent. The announcement was made at a special board meeting, Tuesday evening. Gestson’s appointment is contingent upon Scribner’s contract approval in Fort […]
Laveen vet offers tips for pet hydration during record heat
With temperatures setting records over the past week, we see an increased incidence of heat related injury. One of the deadliest conditions a pet may encounter in this environment is heat stroke. The normal temperature for a dog is roughly 101.5 degrees (F), but this may vary about 1 degree in either direction. A dog […]
Fairfax High adds safety measures as school starts
By Rose Tring For the South Mountain District News Anticipating renewed community concern about safety as school begins this week, educators and staff at Betty H. Fairfax High School are ready with multiple preparations to keep the Laveen campus safe including new security shelters at the three entrances, rewards for positive behavior, extensive support services […]
Laveen Village Voice: Raffle to raise funds for special needs riding program
Rider’s Ranch in Laveen is selling tickets in a Riding for Success fundraiser to benefit their Equine Assisted Life Skills Program, which helps at-risk and low-income youth in the community. Owner Melissa Rider said that Equine Assisted Programs are nationally known for their success in helping youth develop into better, more productive citizens. By developing relationships […]
Laveen Village Voice: Backpack drive gets 50 donations
About a dozen local businesses donated time and services to Laveen’s first Back to School Backpack Drive and Family Fun Night on July 26 at the Laveen Education Center. Participants at the event received certificates for free haircuts for children ages 5-12 with the donation of a new backpack. There was a free bounce house, […]
Laveen Village Voice: New businesses coming to Laveen along Baseline Road
Several new businesses are under construction along the Baseline Road corridor between 51st and 55th avenues. Developer Michael Moreines with DPR Realty shared with us a graphic showing where the new business will be and which ones are leased to specific tenants. Among the new kids on the block are KFC (near Discount Tire) along […]
Businesses organize backpack drive and family fun night
Stop by next Sunday, July 26 with a new backpack to help out kids in Laveen. A group of small business owners in the community, led by Eleanor Palmer, owner at Ellaments Salon, have organized a backpack drive to benefit students in the Laveen Elementary School District. There will be music and dance performances, a […]
Laveen Village Voice: Community rallies for newborn baby
Laveen native Patricia Valdez, her husband and children found themselves in a scary place in May when mom’s brain surgery caused the early arrival of their daughter, Austyne. A group of strangers in the Laveen community learned of the family’s plight and got together, made a few plans and then threw a surprise baby shower […]