Gilbert woman’s Christmas toy fundraiser brings in over $18,000
Kendahl Lock of Gilbert raised over $18,000 and purchased over 1,200 gifts for Toys for Tots this year.
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Jessica Swarner
Jessica Swarner is the community editor for The Copper Courier. She is an ASU alumna and previously worked at KTAR News 92.3 FM in Phoenix.
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Ditch doomscrolling and follow these 8 positive Arizona Instagram accounts
These Arizona-focused Instagram accounts will fill your feed with beautiful photography, interesting history, and fun ideas for things to do.
Dec
2024
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4 weird items Arizona cities drop on New Year’s Eve
Forget the boring crystal ball. Arizona cities celebrate New Year’s Eve by dropping all sorts of items that represent who they are.
Dec
2024
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City of Phoenix offering up to $3,000 bonus to eligible pool staff members
The city of Phoenix is in need of people to staff its pools in 2025—and it’s offering some extra cash to bring in workers.
Dec
2024
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Vehicle crashes, firearms lead in causes of preventable child deaths in Arizona
A new report from the Arizona Department of Health Services shows that 415 of 853 child deaths in the state last year were preventable.
Dec
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Here are 7 ideas for giving gifts without breaking the bank
A day spent outdoors, a thrifted movie collection, or a spread of local hot sauces—here are some ideas for gifts that won’t leave you broke.
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Dreading political talk over the holidays? Here’s an AZ therapist’s tips on navigating differences
Local therapist Carlie Rouse offers tips for setting boundaries, changing the subject, and controlling reactions to political conversations this holiday season.
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Nearly 100 volunteers stuff stockings in Phoenix for Chicanos Por La Causa’s holiday events
Nearly 100 volunteers with Chicanos Por La Causa filled a Phoenix parking lot on Tuesday to pack over 6,000 stockings for the nonprofit’s upcoming holiday events.
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7 Arizona artists who sell prints you’ll want to gift—and buy for yourself
These seven Arizona artists don’t just have pieces hanging in galleries—they also sell prints that you can easily gift this holiday season.
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Want to volunteer for a cause you’re passionate about? These Arizona advocacy groups can use help
These advocacy groups have volunteer opportunities for everyday Arizonans to get involved in creating political change.
