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Local picks, how-tos and things to do in Arizona.
Who to call and where to go around the state, do-it-yourself fixes for Arizona homes and cars, weekend plans — and notes for business owners.
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- Local picks 14
- Things to do 9
- Do it yourself 9
- Business spotlight 4
- Running a business 3
- Home services 1
A 10-minute Google Business Profile tune-up for Arizona
Ten minutes on your Google Business Profile: hours, categories, photos and review replies, plus why your name and phone should match everywhere.
Pizza in the Phoenix area: local shops, not chains
Locally owned pizza shops around the Valley with phone numbers, plus pizza styles, delivery versus pickup and tips for a family pizza night.
Date night ideas in Tucson
A simple date night plan for Tucson couples: a desert sunset, a Mexican dinner, then live music or a drink, plus tips for planning around heat and driving.
Auto glass repair in the Phoenix area: chips and cracks
Local auto glass companies around the Valley, when a chip can be repaired, how mobile service works and why heat spreads cracks.
Garage door will not close? Check the safety sensors
Fix the most common reason a garage door will not close in Arizona: dirty, misaligned or sun-blinded safety sensors. Never touch the springs.
A weekend at Lake Havasu
A simple lake weekend plan for Lake Havasu City: boat or jet ski rentals, a sunset cruise and rest, plus tips on heat, sun and boating safety.
Hair salons in the Phoenix area: color, cuts, consultations
Local hair salons and stylists around the Valley, how to book a color consultation and what to bring so you get the cut you want.
Pizza Mart in Mesa: pizza on East Main Street since 1982
Pizza Mart has made pizza on East Main Street in Mesa since 1982. See the address, phone and the large 1-topping price from their ad.
How to clean your pool after a dust storm
A step-by-step cleanup for an Arizona pool after a haboob or monsoon storm: skim, brush, vacuum, test the water, shock and clean the filter.
What a missed call really costs a home-service business
How to work out what your missed calls cost, using your own numbers, and what to do about it before the next one.
Pest control in the Valley: scorpions, roaches and more
Local pest control companies around the Valley, what to ask about scorpions, monsoon bugs, pets and kids, and how to make a home harder to get into.
Indoor things to do with kids in Phoenix in summer
When the Valley hits triple digits, take the kids indoors. A simple plan with museums, an arcade and play spaces, plus tips for hot days.