Alicia Venter

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Staff Writer at The Tablet (Brooklyn, NY)

Reporter for Times Media Group Covering the West Valley and Phoenix Metro

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Articles

Arizona Highway Patrol State Trooper injured on Interstate 10

1 week ago | westvalleyview.com | Alicia Venter

An Arizona Highway Patrol State Trooper was hospitalized on April 2 when he was struck by a Dodge Ram driving “at a significant speed” while in his parked vehicle on the shoulder of Interstate 10 in Buckeye. The trooper, whose name has not been released, was transported to the hospital on April 2 for possible head injuries and was released the following day for recuperation at home. The driver of the truck has been identified as Andrii Mykhailivk of Brooklyn, New York.
NOVOS FiBER expands into Phoenix

1 week ago | glendalestar.com | Alicia Venter

NOVOS FiBER, a growing fiber-optic internet company based in Texas, is investing more than $130 million into the Phoenix Metro area, it announced on April 3. Its largest investment to date, the organization is prioritizing Phoenix and its “surrounding cities,” working with municipalities in deciding the best places it can serve in the community.
Westside Blues and Jazz plays host to finding the funniest comedian in the Valley

1 week ago | glendalestar.com | Alicia Venter

Anthony Solimini is on a mission to find the Funniest Comedian in the Valley. Inviting dozens of entertainers to Westside Blues and Jazz over the next few weeks before taking the stage at Tempe Improv, the career comedian wants to hear their best one-liners, quips and stories. In return, the best joker receives an all-expense-paid trip to Hong Kong and Singapore to help kickstart their career in comedy. “I think everybody should travel.
Goodyear approves FY26 Public Art Plan

1 week ago | westvalleyview.com | Alicia Venter

Goodyear City Council has approved its Public Art Plan for the next fiscal year, offering its support for a plan that presents six short- and long-term projects that enhance the quality of life for residents and beautify the city. The projects would begin installation in fiscal year 2026, and have a recommended funding level of $1.07 million, according to the plan.
Westside Blues and Jazz plays host to finding the funniest comedian in the Valley

1 week ago | westvalleyview.com | Alicia Venter

Anthony Solimini is on a mission to find the Funniest Comedian in the Valley. Inviting dozens of entertainers to Westside Blues and Jazz over the next few weeks before taking the stage at Tempe Improv, the career comedian wants to hear their best one-liners, quips and stories. In return, the best joker receives an all-expense-paid trip to Hong Kong and Singapore to help kickstart their career in comedy. “I think everybody should travel.
‘Food Comfort Zone’: Copper & Sage finds success at Goodyear Civic Square

1 week ago | phoenix.org | Alicia Venter

Copper & Sage, a Southern gastropub-style eatery, was among the first businesses to open its doors at Goodyear Civic Square, the city’s developing downtown area. Its founder, Peoria native Joey Lucidi, saw it as an investment, a chance to be at the forefront of a burgeoning West Valley shopping and eating destination. The investment has proved worthwhile, with Copper & Sage finding exceptional success since it first opened in October.
Retail Therapy AZ opens Art Bar at Westgate

1 week ago | glendalestar.com | Alicia Venter

Owning a brick-and-mortar location can be difficult for local artisans and merchants, especially in the early stages of their businesses. It is even tougher for service-based creators that rely on face-to-face interactions as part of their business model. Retail Therapy Arizona, a familiar face in the small business market in Glendale, has found a solution to this hurdle, opening the Art Bar in Westgate.
Berrios to coach Desert Dreams

1 week ago | peoriatimes.com | Alicia Venter

Desert Dreams FC, the Women’s Premier Soccer League (WPSL) team debuting in the West Valley, has named Alan Berrios as its inaugural coach. Berrios, the women’s soccer coach at Northern Arizona University, has over 25 years of experience, and will add the new coaching job to his existing duties. “Here’s the fun part about coaching at WPSL — we’re dealing with a bunch of girls that are, for the most part, already playing in college, and they’ve already experienced college coaching,” he said.
Celebrating 60 years of Glendale Community College

1 week ago | glendalestar.com | Alicia Venter

Tenisha Baca has spent over a decade in the hallways of Glendale Community College, both as an educator as a student. The professor in the communications department began her higher education at the community college, searching for an affordable option when the high-ticket cost of the University of Arizona made her attendance seemingly impossible.
Glendale City Council hears fiscal year 2026 budget proposal

1 week ago | glendalestar.com | Alicia Venter

Glendale City Council held a workshop session regarding its budget proposal for fiscal year 2026 on April 1. City staff presented a conservative, cautious budget regarding additional expenditures, or supplementals, for its various services. The meeting was the third workshop regarding the budget, and focused on the operating budget, which includes costs to provide city services, utilities, day-to-day operating and maintenance costs.