Fiesta District facelift offers hope
Ryan Scott Fiesta Mall opened in 1979 and for years was one of the premier shopping centers in the area. However, in recent years the mall has been declining in … Read More
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Tinder makes big impact in social media-based dating
Rebekah Young The dating app Tinder is an innovative way for people to meet and start relationships. Tinder is a social discovery platform for people, where people use the app … Read More
James Foley: the thoughts from our editors
Recently, journalist James Foley was brutally and cruelly beheaded by Islamic militants, who some might call terrorists. Not only did they commit this heinous act, but they taped and released … Read More
MCC’s Performing Arts Center at MCC to open this fall
Michelle Chance, Kian Hagerman On August 19, the convocation ceremony was held for the new Performing Arts Center (PAC) on the Southern and Dobson campus at MCC. The 462 seat … Read More
Despite recent tragedies, air travel still safe, flight association says
Michelle Chance, Julija Kaselyte Aviation tragedies around the world this year have raised concerns over passenger safety. However, despite incidents like the missing Malaysia Airlines Flight 370 and the controversy … Read More
Valley clothing designer supports elephants through fashion
Julija Kaselyte Local fashion designer, Misha Mendicino, creates bohemian, resort style clothing for a cause. Inspired by her mother’s love for elephants, a portion of the profits made from Mendicino’s … Read More
Summer music fests heat up the Valley
Michelle Chance This summer, the Valley again welcomed two major music festivals to the desert: Warped Tour and Mayhem Festival. On June 18, Mesa’s Quail Run Park hosted the 2014 … Read More
Treat all living things equally; don’t play favorites
Kian Hagerman I understand some of the reasons why someone might entertain becoming a vegan, but the philosophy itself is deeply flawed. Though vegans would have you think that they … Read More
We don’t need militarized police
Ryan Scott There has been a flurry of coverage in the media lately on the subjects of both police brutality and the militarization of police forces across the country. Both … Read More
Immigration can be more trouble than it’s worth
About 12 million illegal immigrants live in the United States. It is understandable why unqualified and illegal immigrants are less than unwanted. They don’t pay taxes, but take advantage of … Read More