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Jan 2026 22

18 Arizona events to check out this weekend (Jan. 23-25)

By Jessica Swarner | THINGS TO DO, COMMUNITY, Jessica Swarner

Here are some events going on in Arizona this weekend, including festivals celebrating jazz, film, and soup.

someone holding up a spoon with a shrimp on it above a bowl or orange soup

Jan 2026 21

12 Arizona chefs, restaurants are James Beard 2026 semifinalists

By USA Today Network via Reuters Connect | FOOD AND DRINK, COMMUNITY, USA Today Network via Reuters Connect

Twelve Arizona chefs and restaurants have been named semifinalists for the 2026 James Beard Foundation Awards, the Oscars of the food industry.

Jan 2026 21

The 3 ski resorts of Arizona, ranked

By Trinity Murchie | THINGS TO DO, EVERGREEN, Trinity Murchie

The first weeks of January welcomed a fresh blanket of snow in higher elevation areas. Here are three ski resorts in Arizona, ranked, to enjoy the snowy slopes.

The first weeks of January welcomed a fresh blanket of snow in the higher elevation areas.

Jan 2026 21

Try these 15 ‘hidden gem’ restaurants and diners that Arizonans can’t get enough of

By USA Today Network via Reuters Connect | FOOD AND DRINK, COMMUNITY, USA Today Network via Reuters Connect

Are you ready for a gastronomic road trip? Here are the best hidden gem restaurants in Arizona, according to residents.

Jan 2026 20

This Arizona city was named among nation’s top camping spots

By USA Today Network via Reuters Connect | NATURE, COMMUNITY, USA Today Network via Reuters Connect

This year, an unconventional destination claimed the top spot in the West for fostering togetherness among campers. Hint: Arizona gets bragging rights again.

young couple sitting outside of tents making lunch

Jan 2026 16

It’s roof rat season in Arizona. Here’s what to know about the rodents

By USA Today Network via Reuters Connect | ANIMALS, COMMUNITY, USA Today Network via Reuters Connect

In Arizona, we have it all—scorpions, snakes, and yes, even rats. Here’s everything to know about roof rats and how to get rid of them.

roof rat peeking out from hole in wooden planks

Jan 2026 14

Move over, little libraries. Trinket boxes are taking over Phoenix

By USA Today Network via Reuters Connect | LOCAL NEWS, COMMUNITY, USA Today Network via Reuters Connect

Trinket boxes have popped up across the country and right here in the Valley to bring people together in delightful, small ways.

a small box on a pole filled with small trinkets

Jan 2026 13

9 places in Arizona to unplug, unwind, & digitally detox

By Trinity Murchie | THINGS TO DO, EVERGREEN, Trinity Murchie

Modern problems make for modern solutions. With most of us spending all day on one screen or another, it’s time for one of these digital detox retreats in Arizona.