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How I’d Redo My First Trip to Sedona, Arizona

I have a few tips for traveling to Sedona, Arizona after first visiting the city over 10 years ago. It was an incredible trip, but I would change a few things.

by Katie Lawrence

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The Funny (and Embarrassing) Story of How I Thought I Discovered a Time Warp in Arizona

by Katie Lawrence

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There’s A Deadly Plant Growing In Arizona Yards That Looks Like A Harmless Shrub

by Melissa Mahoney

Close-up of delicate pink flowers with yellow centers, surrounded by green leaves.

Play Pickleball And Chow Down On Chicken At This Trendy New Restaurant Coming To Glendale, Arizona

by Melissa Mahoney

Sign for "Chicken N Pickle" against a blue sky with clouds.

A 2-Story Mini Golf Course With A Restaurant And Bar Just Opened In Arizona, And It’s The Ultimate Adult Playground

by Melissa Mahoney

Exterior of Putts Shack, a bar and mini-golf venue, partially obscured by budding tree branches.

Latest Need to Know

The Water Level Continues To Rise At Lake Powell – Take Advantage Of It This Summer

Lake Powell's water levels are rising after years of drought, making it an ideal time for boating and tourism.

by Melissa Mahoney

A stunning landscape of red rock formations and calm waters reflecting the sky, with distant cliffs and islands.

Lake Mead Is Closing Some Trails In Anticipation Of Summer Heat – Here Are Some Of The Other Best Hikes To Do

Lake Mead hiking trails in Arizona and Nevada are closing for the summer due to extreme heat, with alternative trails suggested.

by Melissa Mahoney

A serene lake surrounded by rocky mountains under a clear blue sky, reflecting the landscape in calm waters.

The North Rim Of The Grand Canyon Re-Opens In June: Here’s What To Look Forward To

The North Rim of the Grand Canyon will open later than usual in 2023 due to record-breaking snowfall.

by Katie Lawrence

A stone house perched on a cliff, surrounded by trees, with a dramatic sunset over a canyon in the background.

Tuzigoot National Monument Is Now Open Again Following Closure From A Fire

Tuzigoot National Monument, a well-preserved ancient pueblo in Arizona, recently reopened after a fire, with some areas still closed.

by Katie Lawrence

Ancient stone ruins on a hillside, surrounded by greenery and mountains in the background under a clear blue sky.

Parts Of Arizona’s Oak Creek Canyon Were Closed Due To Unprecedented Flooding

Oak Creek Canyon in Sedona experienced significant flooding due to spring snowmelt and rain, leading to road closures and evacuation orders.

by Katie Lawrence

A river overflowing its banks under a bridge, with turbulent brown water and bare trees along the shore.

Here Are The 10 Most Dangerous, Deadly Places In Arizona

Arizona has several dangerous places where constant vigilance is necessary to avoid trouble.

by Monica Spencer

Here Are The 10 Most Dangerous Places In Arizona After Dark

Arizona has several cities and towns with high crime rates that are best avoided after dark.

by Catherine Armstrong

A red truck parked near a brick building with "Winslow Arizona" signage and a statue on the sidewalk.

A New Study Found Arizona Has Some Of The Deadliest Interstates In The U.S.

Arizona has the highest interstate fatality rate in the U.S., with U.S. Highway 93 being one of the most dangerous roads.

by Katie Lawrence

Aerial view of a highway interchange surrounded by industrial buildings and green spaces.

According To Safewise, These Are The 10 Safest Cities To Live In Arizona In 2021

Safewise published its 2021 list of the top 10 safest cities in Arizona, with Florence ranking as the safest for the second year in a row.

by Katie Lawrence

Town Hall of Sahuarita, featuring a modern building with a stone sign and landscaped area under a clear blue sky.