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Glendale
Thursday, March 27th, 2025
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Good morning, Glendale. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 27th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Former Glendale councilmember and business owner Tom Eggleston—who helped revitalize downtown—died on March 8 at 97, and his funeral will be held at First United Methodist Church on April 12. He played a key role in shaping local projects like Arrowhead Mall, Westgate Entertainment Complex and BMO Bank. The Glendale Star
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A text message warned residents about overdue tolls from AZDOT but the alert turned out to be a scam—Arizona does not operate toll roads and residents are advised not to click any links. KTAR
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Glendale Public Libraries will offer free poetry workshops in April led by poet, teaching artist and rapper Sean Avery Medlin at the Foothills Library—sessions run from 6 to 7:30 p.m. on April 3, April 17, and April 24 and are open to everyone 15 and up with registration starting a week before each event—participants can choose to attend one, two or all workshops. Glendale Independent
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Wildlife World Zoo welcomed a healthy baby reticulated giraffe earlier this month at its West Valley venue — Bailey was born on March 15 and now stands 6 feet tall. Visitors can see Bailey bonding with her mother DeeDee daily at the giraffe exhibit where a 12-foot feeding station lets guests interact up close. KTAR
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Glendale Planning Commission reviewed a proposal for townhomes and apartments on a parcel at the former Community Church of Joy campus in North Glendale near Eagle Heights—an option that could create new housing as the city repurposes unused land. Glendale Independent
SHOP NEWS
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6th Annual Law Enforcement Torch Run Guardian Games
The Law Enforcement Torch Run Guardian Games features teams of Special Olympics athletes and law enforcement competing in various sports events to support Special Olympics Arizona.
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Arizona Rattlers vs Tucson Sugar Skulls Football Game
The Arizona Rattlers face off against the Tucson Sugar Skulls in an indoor professional football game at Desert Diamond Arena.
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Phoenix Card Show
5-9 p.m. — Renaissance Phoenix Glendale Hotel & Conference Center — Free entry — Trade your favorite sports and trading cards with fellow collectors at this lively gathering.
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Paint Nite: Dark Horse
6-8 p.m. — Cheers Tavern — Cost included — Unleash your creativity with a guided painting session and enjoy a night of fun.
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Mountain Vista Hike for Beginners
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Foothills on the Preserve — Free entry — Explore the scenic slopes of Phoenix in a beginner-friendly hiking group.
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Elevate Youth Career & Entrepreneur Summit
8:30 AM – 2:00 PM — Arizona State University West Valley Campus — Free entry — Showcase your business and connect with Arizona’s future workforce and entrepreneurs.
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Richiman and Groove Nice: 2025 RNGN West Coast Tour
6-10 p.m. — Westside Blues and Jazz — No cover charge — Celebrate the return of Richiman and Groove Nice with an unforgettable evening of music in Glendale.
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Carmela y Más (Latin Jazz)
7:30-11 p.m. — Westside Blues and Jazz — 2 drink minimum — Experience the electrifying Afro-Cuban rhythms of a renowned Latin Jazz band led by award-winning producer Carmela Ramirez.
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Paint Nite: Raspberry Sunday
1-3 p.m. — Starlite Lounge — $45 per person, supplies included — Unleash your creativity as you paint your masterpiece with cocktails in hand.
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Easterfest
2-8 p.m. — Thunderbird Paseo Park — Family-friendly event — Experience Easter in Wonderland with characters, an egg hunt, crafts, and games.
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