Fourth of July events
Don't have anything planned? Check out what the Valley has in store for this Independence Day for some ideas. | West Valley
Battle of the Bone
Compete in a chicken-wing eating contest at the Native New Yorker in Goodyear.
Sign Language Club
Enjoy tea at the Avondale Civic Center Library while learning more about American Sign Language.
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Mr. Handyman franchisee is also a customer
Goodyear resident Nancy Herrington, who recently opened a Mr. Handyman franchise serving the West Valley, likes the service so much that she is one of her own customers.
Ethan fire nearly out after scorching almost 7,000 acres
After thousands of acres burned and dozens of people evacuated their homes, the Ethan Fire in the Gila River Indian Community has been almost fully contained, officials said Thursday.
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Photos of the Southwest Valley
In honor of The Southwest Valley Republic's third anniversary, we take a look back at some memorable shots.