Saturday, January 18th, 2025
Good morning, Glendale. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 18th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ George Valverde, CEO of Dillon's KC BBQ, celebrates 25 years in business, emphasizing community involvement, and unique dining experiences. Glendale Independent
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Vincent Ian Acosta was sentenced to 22 years in prison for second-degree murder after his involvement in a wrong-way crash that killed three Grand Canyon University students in October 2022. KTAR
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Chris Stapleton extends his 'All-American Road Show' tour with a performance at Desert Diamond Arena in Glendale, AZ, on August 8, 2025, amidst a year of notable achievements including Grammy nominations and CMA wins. The Glendale Star
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Lincoln Property Company finalizes its first lease with Logisticus Group LLC for a 483,300-square-foot space in Park303, Glendale, aimed at enhancing logistics services for an alternative energy company. Glendale Independent
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2025 Desert Classic Half Marathon & 5K
The Desert Classic offers both a half marathon and a 5K race at Thunderbird Paseo Park, featuring professionally marked courses, aid stations, and awards for age groups.
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Organ Grinder Live Performance
Organ Grinder, a four-piece cover band from Glendale, Arizona, has been entertaining audiences with their music since 2007.
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Downtown Glendale Arts and Culture Fest - BBQ, Rhythms & Rides
The Downtown Glendale Arts and Culture Fest features a classic car show, live music, a BBQ battle, artisan marketplace, and various family-friendly activities.
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Arizona Invitational Tattoo Expo 2025
The Arizona Invitational Tattoo Expo 2025 showcases live tattooing, contests, and art fusion featuring artists from around the world at the Renaissance Phoenix Glendale Hotel & Spa.
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Banda Machos Concert
Banda Machos will perform alongside La Arrolladora Banda Limon and Conjunto Primavera at the Desert Diamond Arena.
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Venom Inc Concert
Venom Inc will perform live at The 44 Sports Grill and Nightlife in Glendale, offering an engaging music experience.
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Chocolate Affaire Celebration
Experience a weekend dedicated to all things chocolate at the Glendale Civic Center, featuring decadent treats and fun activities for all ages.
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Marmalade Skies: A Celebration of The Beatles
Marmalade Skies features a six-piece band performing Beatles classics in a vibrant venue with a low cover charge and a two-drink minimum.
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