Tempe is re-closing its gyms and fitness centers effective Dec. 7 due to recent spikes in COVID-19 cases.

The first in a series free of Tempe Virtual Job Fairs, in which area companies will present their hiring opportunities, debuts Dec. 8 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.

In honor of Giving Tuesday, the Tempe Diablos awarded $300,000 in grants to 45 Tempe-based organizations on Dec. 1.

Tempe will offer free COVID-19 saliva tests in partnership with ASU Biodesign Institute, Tempe Fire Medical Rescue and Care7 Dec. 2-3 at Westside Multigenerational Center, 715 W. Fifth St. Saliva testing is quick, easy and reliable.

As a longtime resident of south Tempe, it is no secret that I am a frequent shopper and diner at our great local establishments.

Jon Ladd of Tempe writes that he never has seen one player turn around a high school football program the way senior quarterback Quade Swearingen has at Corona del Sol.

Holiday lights and decorations are appearing throughout Downtown Chandler and the holiday spirit is growing in anticipation of the month-long Chandler for the Holidays events to celebrate the season.

The Tempe Union High School District and Kyrene School District are joining Tempe Elementary School School District in returning to virtual learning due to rising levels of COVID-19 in the area.