Valley Vibe

Find out what's happening in the local real estate market with our monthly recap and neighborhood breakdown of homes sold, inventory and sold prices.

Details here: https://valleyvibenews.com/2026/09/homes-under-contract-dip-24-mortgage-rates-still-high/

Interior work has begun on the new North Valley Regional Library. When it opens in Spring 2027, the community can expect dedicated meeting space, study rooms and extended hours. Story here:
https://valleyvibenews.com/2026/09/new-north-valley-regional-library-slated-to-open-spring-2027/

Find out the latest on the opening of Fire 'n' Ice Sports Arena. We've got the details here:
https://valleyvibenews.com/2026/09/crews-work-to-resolve-construction-delays-at-fire-n-ice-sports-arena/

A new family-owned brewery is coming soon to Desert Hills/Cave Creek. Find out the details here:
https://valleyvibenews.com/2026/09/a-new-business-is-tapping-into-the-neighborhood/

Tomorrow (Saturday, Sept. 12), the community is invited to participate in a a climb to benefit Trevor's Vision, a Phoenix non-profit which serves the homelessness. The event, organized by 12-year-old Norterra resident Mara Northey, is being held at Gecko Climbing Gym, from 6-9 p.m. and promises fun for all ages. Find out the details and registration info here to get climbing:

https://valleyvibenews.com/2026/09/a-climb-for-homelessness/

Luna Grill is bringing its fresh, Mediterranean cuisine to North Phoenix tomorrow. The location along Dove Valley Road officially opens Wednesday, Sept. 9 at 10:30 a.m. The first 50 guests in line will receive a free Santorini bowl.

Details here:
https://valleyvibenews.com/2026/09/made-to-order-mediterranean-restaurant-luna-grill-opens-sept-9/

Our September issue is live! Find out about a young Norterra girl’s mission to help the homeless and how you can help at a community event this month. Plus, a new craft brew spot is getting ready to open in Desert Hills, and we’ve got the latest scoop on the new North Valley Regional Library under construction. And, plan all your weekend fun with our “Weekend Vibes” events around the Valley. View the digital issue at www.valleyvibenews.com or via our link in bio on our Instagram page.

Ridgeline Academy Senior Asher Baker is one of eight students across Arizona selected to serve as a state officer of the Future Business Leaders of America, a nonprofit education association which prepares high school, middle school and collegiate students for careers in business fields.

Story Here:
https://valleyvibenews.com/2026/08/ridgeline-senior-selected-to-serve-as-future-business-leaders-state-officer/

Construction North Valley Christian Academy's Early Childhood Center has begun; find out what the City of Phoenix Transportation Department says about a traffic signal at 27th Drive and Westland.

Story here: https://valleyvibenews.com/2026/08/nvca-begins-constructionon-early-childhood-center/

Find out what's happening in our local housing market in our latest report compiled with assistance from The Crouch Group. Good news is pending sales were up 7.8 percent over last month in our local tracking zones.
Read more here: https://valleyvibenews.com/2026/08/pending-sales-up-active-and-sold-listings-dip/