By Noah Kutz High schoolers and parents, listen up. Arizona’s superintendent of public instruction has plans for the reform of the state’s public school system, particularly in preparing kids for the real world...

By Noah Kutz It’s the Academy Awards of the library universe. The Tempe Public Library has become a finalist for the 2019 National Medal for Museum and Library Service, the nation’s most prestigious...

The Maricopa County Board of Supervisors is seeking applicants for appointment to the position of Kyrene Precinct Constable. Kent Rini submitted his letter of resignation effective Feb. 15, citing personal reasons. Constables execute,...

By Noah Kutz “Among the Americans serving on Iwo island, uncommon valor was a common virtue.” Admiral Chester Nimitz offered his recollections after the inconceivable sacrifices American warriors made at the battle of Iwo...

By Noah Kutz In simple terms, the possibility of competing in the Olympics becomes nothing more than a dream for most athletes. The likelihood of actually winning an Olympic medal remains even more...

By Diana Nelson April Fools’ Day is typically reserved for pranksters. But in 2020, April 1 also will mark the start of a serious and significant campaign—the U.S. Census, which takes place...

A sensation of needles being thrust into his skin caused the boy to leap out of bed, exclaiming, “There’re nails in my blankets.” His oldest sister rushed to her brother’s aid from the...

Article and photos by Noah Kutz I glanced casually around at the cars stopped next to me at the Broadway and Rural intersection, but my gaze rested on one particular vehicle. Something caught my...