Good morning, Goodyear.

At a recent Free Arts workshop, school administrators, social workers, and teachers learned how to support children and families when SNAP benefits are set to end in one week.

CEO Matt Sandoval urged them to name the struggles these families face and work together by donating to local food banks — volunteering for weekend meal programs to build a stronger safety net.

Goodyear launched its new First Friday market series on Nov.

7 at the Goodyear Ballpark South Lot — featuring local vendors, artisans and food trucks that offered a mix of handmade jewelry, boutique clothing, pet treats and international eats. The monthly event will return on Dec. 6, Jan. 2, Feb. 6, April 3, May 1 and June 5 at the same location.

Trader Joe’s opened Friday, Nov.

7 at its 13,500-square-foot store in the GSQ downtown district at 14770 W. McDowell Road after nearly a decade of community campaigning—hundreds gathered as early as 6 a.m. and city leaders celebrated with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 7:55 a.m.

A new guide shares a bucket list of top activities in the Southwest Valley including a Cactus League game at Goodyear Ballpark, a NASCAR race near Phoenix, live jazz in Litchfield Park, a visit to a Bible museum, desert skydiving in Buckeye, and hiking at local parks—this list offers a mix of sports, music, and outdoor fun for locals and visitors.

On Nov. 7, West Valley Preps teams played in playoffs and regular season games as Yuma Catholic defeated Millennium 35 to 28 in 5A and Paradise Honors beat Peoria 31 to 21 in 4A.

In 3A, Queen Creek Benjamin Franklin won 27 to 7 while 6A matchups saw Liberty beat Boulder Creek 55 to 13, O'Connor win 28 to 7 over Mountain Ridge, Centennial beat Gilbert Higley 31 to 13, Scottsdale Saguaro defeat Shadow Ridge 56 to 28 and Phoenix Cesar Chavez beat Valley Vista 21 to 6.

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Fairytale Winter Market

8 a.m. — Goodyear Ballpark — Free entry — Explore a Disney-inspired market filled with unique, whimsical vendors and festive decorations.

Goodyear Christmas Village

4-10 p.m. — Goodyear Ballpark — Free entry — Experience a magical holiday market transformed into a Christmas Village filled with festive lights and cheer.

2025 SKECHERS Hot Chocolate Run Phoenix

7 AM – 1 PM — Wesley Bolin Memorial Plaza — Registration fee applies — Delight in a sweet race featuring two distances and premium swag.