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Community news and notes
Rides for teens. Waymo is rolling out a new option for busy Valley families: teen accounts that allow young riders ages 14 to 17 to travel independently in the company’s autonomous vehicles. Learn more here.
Home sweet home. A Valley nonprofit is giving second chances a new foundation—literally—as MOM’s House, a transitional home in Phoenix for women reentering society after incarceration, is set to receive a $100,000 renovation grant through the 2025 Lowe’s Hometowns project. Read all about it here.
Stay safe! As local students prepare to return to the classroom, the Queen Creek Police Department is reminding residents to prioritize safety on the roads, on sidewalks and online. Read the tips here.
In restaurant news... As Salt + Lime Modern Mexican Grill partners with Arizona Friends of Foster Children Foundation this month through its “Chips for Charity” program to help foster youth access enriching experiences, another Valley restaurant, Loving Hut, is launching a low-cost menu at its Tempe and Glendale locations, offering value-priced vegan dishes and drinks starting at $2.50 to make plant-based meals more affordable. Read the tasty news here and here.
The latest from Fountain Hills. From budgeting milestones to digital upgrades and park improvements, the Town of Fountain Hills saw notable developments in June as officials adopted a new fiscal budget, launched a first-of-its-kind AI assistant, and advanced park enhancements for the summer season. Learn more here.
Dollars and sense. Municipal budgets are now in place for the upcoming fiscal year in Carefree, Cave Creek and Scottsdale, with each community prioritizing public safety, infrastructure improvements and financial sustainability. See the results here.
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