North Central News

12/16/2025

Fox Restaurant Concepts is serving up holiday cheer across its family of restaurants with limited-time menus, handcrafted festive cocktails and celebrations made for every occasion.

Fox Restaurant Concepts is serving up holiday cheer across its family of restaurants with limited-time menus, handcrafted festive cocktails and celebrations made for every occasion. Doughbird makes…

12/15/2025

Mild winter temperatures continue this week, with the National Weather Service Phoenix forecasting highs in the upper 70s, possibly hitting 80° today.
We hope you have a fantastic week!

12/15/2025

Through its Creative Aging classes, JFCS offers a little something for every curious mind by encouraging adults aged 60 and over to engage, move forward and have fun. Registration is now open for classes beginning in January.

Through its Creative Aging classes, JFCS (Jewish Family & children’s Service) offers a little something for every curious mind by encouraging adults aged 60 and over to engage, move forward and…

12/14/2025

For those who are contemplating getting out of the city with their canine companions, Arizona State Parks & Trails offers a guide to the best dog-friendly spots in Arizona’s state parks.

For those who are contemplating getting out of the city with their canine companions, Arizona State Parks & Trails offers a guide to the best dog-friendly spots in Arizona’s state parks. Severa…

12/12/2025

The Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) announced that no mainline freeway closures are scheduled in the Phoenix area this weekend, Dec. 12-15. Meanwhile, drivers will notice more room for northbound I-17 traffic using the busy exit to Loop 303 and Sonoran Desert Drive in north Phoenix.

The Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) announced that no mainline freeway closures are scheduled in the Phoenix area this weekend, Dec. 12-15. Information about scheduled lane closures or …

12/12/2025

Autonomous car company Waymo announced in November that the company will begin offering rider trips on freeways in Phoenix.

Autonomous car company Waymo announced in November that the company will begin offering rider trips on freeways in Phoenix. This is in addition to freeway service in San Francisco and Los Angeles. …

12/12/2025

Spring registration is open at North Central Performing Arts, in the meantime, however, families are invited to attend a performance of the fall session’s students, who will present “Mary Poppins Jr.” and “Annie KIDS,” at the Kroc Performing Arts Center Dec. 19-21.

Spring registration at North Central Performing Arts opened on Nov. 1, and the Valley’s young residents are invited to step onto the stage and experience the performing arts in a collaborative, cre…

12/11/2025

Ryan Touhill began his new role as Community and Economic Development (CED) director on Dec. 1.

In late October, the city of Phoenix announced the appointment of Ryan Touhill as the new Community and Economic Development (CED) director. Touhill, who began his new role on Dec. 1, succeeds Chri…

12/10/2025

With winter break on the horizon, North Central families who are looking to keep children engaged and active on a budget are invited to explore the programs offered at city of Phoenix youth and activity centers.

With winter break on the horizon, North Central families who are looking to keep children engaged and active on a budget are invited to explore the programs offered at city of Phoenix youth and act…

12/10/2025

Washington High School, 2217 W. Glendale Ave., will host a Winter Market this Saturday, Dec. 13, 9 a.m. to noon.

Did you know...
This Saturday, Washington is hosting the first-ever Ramily Winter Market — and you won’t want to miss it! ❄️🎄

We’ll have 40+ vendors, a car show, student performances, community resources, and even a visit from SANTA! 🎅✨

This FREE event is open to everyone.

Let’s bring the Ramily community together for a fun and festive day! 💜🤍

12/10/2025

Desert Christian Fellowship Church will host a variety of events this month, beginning with a seniors' potluck on Dec. 11.

Desert Christian Fellowship Church will host its seniors’ potluck and annual white elephant gift exchange, Thursday, Dec. 11, at noon. Neighbors are invited to bring a friend, a favorite dish to sh…

12/09/2025

An a ca****la concert by Southwest Vocal Alliance will bring the warmth of classic carols sung in the Barbershop style, the energy of modern holiday hits and fresh twists on the songs you know by heart, to its “Holiday Magic” concert.

An a ca****la concert by Southwest Vocal Alliance will bring the warmth of classic carols sung in the Barbershop style, the energy of modern holiday hits and fresh twists on the songs you know by h…