Celebrate in style: top event and celebration venues in Laveen and South Mountain villages
It’s the holiday season, and that means family gatherings, office parties, and community celebrations are in full swing. Whether you’re planning an intimate get-together or a large event, Laveen and South Phoenix have plenty of unique venues that make hosting easy – and unforgettable. From rustic ranches to elegant vineyards, here are some of the […]
How local networking can boost your business success in Laveen
How networking with other business owners in Laveen and South Phoenix can help you grow your small business.
Lifelong South Mountain resident raising up community by raising fish
By Tom Brecke South x South Mountain (This article first published in March 2024 in the South X South Mountain online news). You can’t blame Dr. George Brooks for being partial to the ground in the South Mountain area. After all, he’s spent his entire life on the southside of Phoenix. And while land and […]
HeroZona back-to-school event set for July 27 at South Mountain Community College
Arizona’s Largest Backpack Drive to Impact over 10,000 Families with School Supplies 7th Annual ‘Phoenix Tools 4 School’ Also Provides College Readiness Workshops to Students PHOENIX – In an effort to support local families with the cost of their kids returning to school, the HeroZona Foundation will host their 7th Annual ‘Phoenix Tools 4 School’ […]
Baseline Corridor drawing renewed interest
This article appears in the April edition of the South Mountain District News Multiple economic factors are driving renewed interested along the Baseline Corridor in South Phoenix and Laveen, including plans to extend the city’s light rail system into the area by 2023 and the long-anticipated South Mountain Freeway to open in 2019. Development along […]
Laveen Residents Re-Launching Neighborhood Patrol
(This article first appeared in the print edition of the South Mountain District News on March 7, 2016) After a six-year hiatus, Laveen residents are relaunching this month a Phoenix Neighborhood Patrol to drive through multiple neighborhoods at least once a month in an effort to deter crime and report suspicious activity. PNPs are partnerships […]
Home prices rise throughout South Mountain and Laveen
(This article appears in the February 2016 print issue of the South Mountain District News) Home prices for existing homes rose throughout the South Mountain and Laveen village areas during 2015, a steady trend that local realtors predict will continue throughout 2016. “I like this kind of steady increase. It’s not only good for the […]
City expedites light rail extension into south Phoenix
(This article appears in the print edition of the South Mountain District News) PHOENIX – Affordable public transportation to jobs, schools, businesses, colleges, churches and downtown Phoenix, as well as increased opportunity for economic development are among the reasons south Phoenix residents are celebrating the city’s January decision to expedite extending light rail into […]