Photos by Billy Hardiman The holiday season was evident everywhere Wrangler News looked. To all, the profusion of lights and their message of good will seemed to say Merry Christmas to all, and to all...

Story and Photo by Georgia Swing A life-sized inflated Santa Claus lounges in a hammock between two palm trees in front of Anessa Burnside’s Tempe home. It’s a deceptive image for a woman who lately has spent much...

Photo by Kris Cartwright Helping others is just one of many holiday season themes. Friends and area residents gathered at the Kirt and Susan Hamm residence to collect unwrapped toys, at the same time enjoying each other’s...

Photo by Chelsea Martin Resource students from Kyrene del Sureño Elementary School presented their semester project to a welcoming, supportive crowd, including the students’ families, a contingent of fellow students and special guests, including...

Story by Diana Whittle In an age of rising tuition costs, Johnny Coronel is every parent’s dream of a college-bound student: He initiated his own search for funds, and struck pay dirt. While navigating the Internet for clues to...

Story by Diana Whittle Photo by Billy Hardiman At this point in his young life, Eric Lin seems to have all the right pieces in place for what could be a lifelong career as a professional pianist. Whether...

Story by Georgia Swing Photos by Billy Hardiman Along with the holidays come ringing doorbells and visits from family and friends, the delivery of packages, Christmas cards and baked goods from neighbors. It can be a nightmare, if you’re...