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The Sixth C for Arizona

Posted on August 12, 2011 by Marshall Shore

The five C’s of The Arizona economy, once used to be a part every Arizona youngster’s education from the 1950’s though 70‘s. Can you name them? Before delving into them I want mention a very special C that’s time is a … Continue reading →

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We’ve been dreading this day…

Posted on July 3, 2011 by Jim McPherson

Here’s one of those good-bye emails you knew was coming, but hoping it wouldn’t… Kevin Kellogg – yes the guy with that wacky title of ASU Urban Laureate – is going back into private practice, but fingers crossed will still … Continue reading →

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Phoenix’s Obscured Past Revealed

Posted on June 27, 2011 by Marshall Shore

Look at a Valley  map and you’ll notice that it is designed on a grid, with an exception. Because every rule has an exception, such as Grand Ave. Grand Ave is the home of Trunk Space which has been doing … Continue reading →

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Fabric of the Community

Posted on March 22, 2011 by Marshall Shore

This post will highlight two people who made significant contributions to Arizona communities through fabric.  First, Lloyd Kiva New, founder of the Kiva Arts Center and the Scottsdale art scene. Cherokee designer Lloyd Kiva New worked with textile arts, leather, … Continue reading →

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Arizona is Bowled Over

Posted on March 14, 2011 by Marshall Shore

Category: Funniest name for a football bowl game? The envelope please? And the winner is… Arizona… What… Fiesta is not a funny name…. Oh wait, before that there was another. What was it called? Oh yea, the Salad  Bowl. Now … Continue reading →

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From the basement of Arizona’s tallest building

Posted on March 7, 2011 by Marshall Shore

In the shadow of the 1931 Professional Building stands Arizona’s tallest building, built is 1972 and now called the Chase Tower.  In the basement, there’s a small convenience store that occupies part of my time. One Wednesday night an employee … Continue reading →

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Auto Camp, swimming pool, and neon

Posted on January 25, 2011 by Marshall Shore

The Valley has a long history of being a destination for travelers.  Currently there is the ability to select from a range of places including world-class resorts. During the 20s and 30s, the accommodations were not quite so grand.  The … Continue reading →

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A lesson from Las Vegas

Posted on January 10, 2011 by Marshall Shore

I discovered that right after New Year’s Eve (NYE) is a great time to travel because most people have gone home after the holidays.  In Las Vegas the period between NYE and the Consumer Electronics Show has hotel rates similar … Continue reading →

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Mystery of the Vanishing Princess

Posted on December 13, 2010 by Marshall Shore

Hello and welcome to the first installment of “Marshall’s Monday,” a brand new addition to the Vanishing Phoenix family focused on preserving our past.  Some of you may be familiar with my live theatrical presentation of Arizona history, “Marshall Shore: … Continue reading →

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Vanishing Phoenix Site in Transition

Posted on August 2, 2010 by Taz Loomans

Dear readers, We’re in the process of making a few changes to the Vanishing Phoenix site to serve you better.  Thank you for your patience and we would still love to hear your comments, questions and ideas.

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