Jessica Swarner

Jessica Swarner

Content Producer

is the content producer for The Copper Courier. She is an ASU alumna and previously worked at KTAR News 92.3 FM in Phoenix.

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Culture Here Are Some Ways to Give Back in Arizona This Holiday Season

Here are some easy ways to help Arizonans hurting from the COVID-19 pandemic still have a happy holiday season. 

Jessica Swarner Jessica Swarner December 1, 2021 2:43 pm MST
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Money 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 gift ideas that won’t leave you broke. 

Jessica Swarner Jessica Swarner November 23, 2021 2:34 pm MST
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Culture The 7 Best Locations for Your Holiday Portraits, According to Local Professionals

Looking for your 2021 Christmas card backdrop? We asked photographers for their favorite locations in the Valley.

Jessica Swarner Jessica Swarner Sarah Bergner Sarah Bergner November 9, 2021 9:16 am MST
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Housing Arizona Housing Advocate Says Build Back Better Plan Could Effectively End US Homelessness

The legislation includes $90 billion for rental assistance, $80 billion for public housing repairs, and $37 billion for the National Housing Trust Fund.

Jessica Swarner Jessica Swarner October 27, 2021 10:36 am MST
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Culture Boo! These 4 Haunted Arizona Places Will Give You Chills.

From moving mannequins to the ghosts of a cowboy and a bootlegger, these spots in Arizona have some creepy stories to tell. 

Jessica Swarner Jessica Swarner October 5, 2021 8:18 am MST

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Housing What Were Arizona Home Values Like a Decade Ago? Hint: Way Less Than Now.

A typical house in Phoenix is valued at nearly $370,000. Ten years ago, that number was was just $109,000. 

Jessica Swarner Jessica Swarner September 29, 2021 5:59 am MST
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Housing Clifton, Globe, and Quartzsite: Arizona Cities Where Big Homes Are Available Under $300K

Cities outside the Phoenix area—like Clifton, Globe, and Quartzsite—offer some homes with over 2,000 square feet for under $300,000.

Jessica Swarner Jessica Swarner September 10, 2021 1:29 pm MST