Good morning, Glendale.

Northwest Valley resident Sean Ward is a senior vice president at BNC National Bank who uses his love for football to give back to the community through the Fiesta Sports Foundation—he leads media operations, volunteers, and community grant programs for nonprofits in Arizona.

He earned the 2019 Yellow Jacket Rookie of the Year award and this year he will serve as assistant chair for game officials to further his community impact.

Spencer’s TV and Appliance store on Bell Road is busy as manager Patrick Gleason said the store now offers Black Friday pricing all November rather than just on one day—he noted that about 90 to 91 percent of sales come from appliances even as the store also sells TVs and mattresses.

At Tuesday night’s governing board meeting, Deer Valley Unified School District approved a 15% maintenance and operations override for seven years.

Superintendent Curtis Finch said the new funding will support school resources (including staff salaries) and help plan future changes as the population in northern areas grows.

Sun Health hosted its LiveWell Conference Nov.

13—14 at Midwestern University in Glendale to help over 300 attendees learn how to extend their healthspan—focusing on ways to boost brain health, physical strength, and emotional well-being. Key speakers Arthur C. Brooks and Maddy Dychtwald led breakout workshops that offered clear tools for healthy aging.

Cheer Party USA Phoenix 2025

12:00 AM — Glendale Community College — In Person — Experience an exciting all-star cheerleading competition showcasing talented teams.

Arizona Cardinals Pregame Experience

9 a.m. — Salt Tacos y Tequila — All-inclusive price — Enjoy premium food and endless drinks in an exciting atmosphere before the game.

Anthem Turkey Trot 2025

8:30-10:30 a.m. — Anthem Community Center — Registration fee required — Celebrate Thanksgiving with a fun family-friendly run and enjoy community spirit in Anthem.

Thanksgiving Turkey Gobble Trot 5K/10K/13.1

7:30-10:30 a.m. — G.R. Herberger Park — Check event page for costs — Get ready to wobble before you gobble with a fun Thanksgiving-themed run or walk.

A Night of R&B Under The Stars

4-9 p.m. — Chicken N Pickle - Glendale — $10 Early Bird Tickets — Experience line dancing and slow grooves to your favorite R&B hits atop a scenic rooftop.