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Friday, April 25th, 2025
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Good morning, Glendale. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 25th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Arizona has high rates of pedestrian deaths and cities across the Valley are installing HAWK signals that flash yellow then turn red—these signals can reduce crashes by as much as 69% but many drivers and pedestrians are not taught how to use them correctly. Local experts stress that proper training in traffic safety is essential to keep everyone safe. Glendale Independent
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Streets of New York announced the grand reopening of its remodeled location at 9240 W. Northern Ave in Glendale earlier this week. The updated restaurant features a modern-industrial look—showing red exposed ductwork, whitewashed brick columns, and black accents—that blends its long-time charm with new daily specials. Glendale Independent
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Stage Left Productions' homeschool troupe will perform The Almost Totally True Story of Hansel & Gretel in May at 5930 W. Greenway Road, Suite 1A in Glendale with shows on May 8-10 at 7 p.m. and on May 10 at 2 p.m.—tickets cost $16 with reserved seating at the box office and Cody Dulland Erin Boston directs the play. Glendale Independent
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Glendale City Council approved rezoning of a 39-acre site just across I-10 from State Farm Stadium on Tuesday for the Envision Encore project—proposing high-density multifamily housing, commercial spaces and potentially hotels. The city has not yet selected a developer while the property owner is Porter Fields LLC from Yuma. ABC 15
- ➤ Glendale voters will decide on rezoning a 10-acre site on 95th Ave so VAI Resort can build corporate offices and a parking structure, with propositions 401 and 402 on the ballot. City officials say the plan is expected to add $2 million in new tax revenue and create many new jobs + some local residents worry the area’s other needs might be overlooked. AZ Family
SHOP NEWS
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Tim Beck, the celebrated coach of Ironwood soccer, retired after years of planning. He had planned to step down following the team's 5A state title win in 2024—his decision marks the end of a long career. Glendale Independent
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Hire A Hero Arizona Networking Event
4-7 p.m. — Dillon's KC BBQ Arrowhead — Free entry — Connect with fellow Veterans and First Responders over delicious barbecue and networking opportunities.
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Disney On Ice - Into the Magic
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Desert Diamond Arena — Ticket prices vary — Experience beloved Disney characters come to life on ice for the first time in Glendale!
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Knights of the Abyss Live
6-10 p.m. — Nile Theater — Tickets vary — Experience the heavy sound of Knights Of The Abyss, a deathcore band hailing from Glendale, Arizona.
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Disney on Ice: Into the Magic
11:00 a.m. — Desert Diamond Arena — Check local listings — Experience the magic and adventure of Disney favorites unfolding on ice.
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Disney On Ice - Into the Magic
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM — Desert Diamond Arena — Ticket prices vary — Dive into an enchanting adventure with Disney characters as they bring magic to the ice.
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The Weeknd Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — State Farm Stadium — Last-minute concert tickets available — Experience The Weeknd live in Glendale, AZ.
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Ice Cream Run 2025
7:00-9:30 a.m. — Tortoise & Hare Sports — Registration fee applies — Run, walk, and enjoy free ice cream at this family-friendly community event.
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Mother's Day Brunch Cruise
90-minute cruise — Lake Pleasant Cruises — Tickets required — Enjoy a scenic breakfast brunch with live music on beautiful Lake Pleasant.
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Maricopa County Home & Flower Show
10 a.m. – 5 p.m. — WestWorld of Scottsdale — Varies by vendor — Explore thousands of products for your home and garden from top local exhibitors.
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Paint Nite: Surreal Beach
1-3 p.m. — Starlite Lounge — $45 per person — Unleash creativity while sipping cocktails and painting your own masterpiece with guidance from artist Ryan Merrill.
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