Valley of the Sun
Thousands of Mexican Free-Tail Bats Make Phoenix Tunnel Their Summer Home
Between May and October, dusk in Arizona brings relief as the relentless sun dips behind the mountains. Near the corner of 40th Street and ...Scottsdale is Home to Frank Lloyd Wright’s Desert-Inspired Winter Haven
Turns out, famous architects adore Arizona’s plentiful sunshine and expansive desert views. Frank Lloyd Wright loved it so much that he built his winter ...How to Scorpion-proof Your Home
You may have some scorpion roommates you don’t know about. Our homes are a scorpion’s ideal climate, and many hunker down to hibernate in ...How Did Ahwatukee Get Its Name?
Ahwatukee is an “urban village” in Phoenix tucked between South Mountain, Interstate 10 and the cities of Chandler, Guadalupe and Tempe. While not an ...Does OdySea Aquarium Have the Best Restroom in America?
OdySea Aquarium, a new aquarium in Scottsdale, is a finalist in the 16th annual America’s Best Restroom® Contest. What makes OdySea Aquarium’s restroom worthy ...Mid-Century Modern Architecture Still Vibrant in Phoenix
Fans of Mid-Century Modern architecture would be forgiven if Phoenix didn’t immediately spring to mind as being a haven for the movement. However, one ...That Arch Over McDowell Road has a Name and Story
Since 1991, an odd-looking arch has spanned McDowell Road just east of 16th Street. It's made of structurally reinforced steel and painted with white ...Horsing Around at The Wigwam
Before the historic hotel was home to three championship golf courses, The Wigwam was home to much larger, four-legged and hooved guests. Horses were ...Shifting from Car Service to Coffee Service
PHOENIX – In the lengthy list of recycled things, the Sip Coffee & Beer Garage deserves a second look. Located at 3620 E. Indian ...Rusty Warren Starts Sexual Revolution in Phoenix Piano Bar
Rusty Warren was a comedian who performed in the 50s and 60s at the Phoenix’s Pomp Room. The popular hangout and piano bar was ...
