Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 29th of January.
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🏘️ Community
The Arizona Justice Center in Glendale will host a silent auction fundraiser on Feb.
20 at Orangewood Presbyterian Church to raise $300,000 for expanding support for vulnerable residents (backed by local donors and partnerships). Founders Rhonda and Joe Charles aim to broaden services to homeless, veterans, and others in need.
🎓 Education
Grace Kary, an eighth grader from Copperwood Elementary in Glendale, won the Peoria Unified School District spelling bee on Thursday, Jan.
22 by correctly spelling nautilus in the 13th round against 32 other students.
For the fourth year, the Arizona Board of Regents and Cactus League have partnered to offer free spring training tickets to Arizona high school seniors (class of 2026) who complete the 2026–27 FAFSA via CollegeReadyAZ.
Tickets are available for games from Feb. 20 through March 24.
🏥 Health
Arizona Autism United opened its new diagnostic center (7170 W.
Camino San Xavier C) in Glendale on Jan. 22 to speed up autism testing, therapy, and training for West Valley families. The center helps reduce wait times and improve service access for those in need.
🏈 Sports
The Record Breakers festival will host high-octane world-record attempts in surfing, skateboarding, BMX, moto, and trophy trucks on Saturday, Jan.
31 at Revel Surf Park from 9:00 a.m. + 9:00 p.m.
🎉 Glendale Events
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The Climb After Party - Presented by SeatGeek
12-2 p.m. — State Farm Stadium — Fundraiser for Autism — Experience a unique climb through the stadium while supporting the special needs community.
Bad Co and REO Speedwagon Tributes
8-11 p.m. — The 44 Sports Grill & Nightlife — $10 PreSale / $15 at the door — Enjoy a night of classic rock with tributes to Bad Company and REO Speedwagon.
Dog Days of Glendale
9 a.m. - 1 p.m. — Glendale Landmark School — Free entry — Enjoy pet adoptions, agility zones, and local vendors at this beloved annual celebration.
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