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Glendale
Tuesday, July 22nd, 2025
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Good morning, Glendale. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 22nd of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A $50,000 grant from Salt River Project will fund container housing on church grounds in Glendale to offer emergency shelter and social services to families in need. The grant supports Family Promise’s Legacy Village initiative + it will be spread over two fiscal years as part of a $4.2 million campaign to expand help for homeless families. Glendale Independent
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Glendale entrepreneur Mike DiFabbio’s company Encore Landscape Management was named one of only 26 best places to work in the nation—voted by employees in a survey featured in the June edition of Lawn & Landscape magazine. The company offers landscape maintenance, design, installation, tree care, water management and plant care services. Glendale Independent
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Violent animal abuse in metro Phoenix is rising with cases of beating, drowning and strangulation (the Arizona Humane Society reported this) and Gov. Katie Hobbs signed Senate Bill 1658 on June 27 (which now requires pet owners to provide proper care) as residents are urged to call 911 if they suspect abuse. KTAR
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Comedian David C. Smalley will perform four stand-up shows at Stir Crazy Comedy Club in Glendale on Friday, Aug. 1 and Saturday, Aug. 2 with shows at 7 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. Opening acts Johnathan Gregory and Zac Allen will join Smalley as he uses edgy humor on race, culture — and family topics to entertain local audiences. Glendale Independent
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Glendale City Council will reconvene in August to review two active annexation cases after reaching consensus on all three during its June 24 workshop — the council plans to shape the city's future growth with these measures. Glendale Independent
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Maricopa County Department of Public Health confirmed the first West Nile virus death of the season, with the older adult having underlying health conditions. Officials reported 17 confirmed cases (all linked to mosquito bites) and urged residents to use insect repellent (and drain standing water) to reduce mosquito breeding. Maricopa County
SHOP NEWS
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Stand-Up Comedy Night with Lila Hart
8:00-9:30 p.m. — The 44 Sports Grill & Nightlife — Ages 21+ — Enjoy a night of laughs with the Tiny Stand-Up Comic Lila Hart, who proves big humor comes in small packages.
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The Soap Girls Live Performance
7:00-8:30 p.m. — The 44 Sports Grill & Nightlife — Tickets starting at $20.54 — Experience the energetic performance of The Soap Girls and supporting acts in a lively venue.
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Decades of Ozz
7:30 p.m. — The 44 Sports Grill & Nightlife — $13.36 — Experience the heavy metal tunes of Decades of Ozz alongside the arena rock of Screaming for Priest.
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Back to School Supply Drive
3-10 p.m. — Retail Therapy AZ — Free entry — Support local students with school supply donations and enjoy a book exchange.
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Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live Glow-N-Fire
12:30–2:00 p.m. — Desert Diamond Arena — Tickets available — Experience the thrill as your favorite Hot Wheels Monster Trucks light up the arena.
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Chris Stapleton's All-American Road Show
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Desert Diamond Arena — Cost info not provided — Enjoy a night of country music with Chris Stapleton and special guest Marty Stuart & His Fabulous Superlatives.
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Chris Stapleton Concert
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Desert Diamond Arena — Ticketed event — Experience the soulful sounds of Chris Stapleton live in concert.
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Big Zephyr Tribute to Eagles, Ronstadt and Friends
3-6 p.m. — Westside Blues and Jazz — Reservations recommended — Enjoy a night filled with classic hits from Eagles and Linda Ronstadt performed by talented local musicians.
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Learn to Skate – Skate Lessons
5-6 p.m. — Great Skate — $12 admission includes skate rental — Roll with confidence in our fun and inclusive skate lessons.
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Lainey Wilson Concert
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Footprint Center — Ticket required — A night of live country music from rising star Lainey Wilson.
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