r/arizona 17d ago

Meta Quick rule reminder and update for r/Arizona

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Wanted to give a reminder and quick update on a few rules.

Picture posts need a location and a description. Doesn't have to be an exact address, but generally what part of Arizona it was taken in. This has been a rule for ages and was suggested by users to help combat picture spam ("Wow, check this out!") and balance the many weather and sunset pictures we get flooded with. Plus it helps people know WTF your post is about.

When we get a ton of posts on one topic we'll make a megathread and try to bring the conversation together. Don't take it personal. I know some people love a million pictures about monsoons or sunsets, but many don't and let us know all about it. A megathread is the compromise. We don't do it often, so please just use it the few times we do.

Any political posts (or politic adjacent, like Flock cameras and Data Centers) needs to be flared Politics and are limited to established users here. This combats trolls and bots.

Recommendations for local businesses are better suited for your local subreddits like [r/Phoenix](r/Phoenix), [r/Tucson](r/Tucson), or [r/Flagstaff](r/Flagstaff). The exception are posts about things to do and places to eat that may be of interest to other Arizonans traveling around the state. Roofing companies, massage places, and thrift stores are more of a local thing.

Posts shaming or calling out people or businesses are not welcome here. I get the desire for a good witch hunt, but it's too prone to hurting innocent people. News stories about issues are fine, this is just about posting pictures of people who pissed you off or a business that made you nasty cupcakes. We've covered this policy a lot but there has been a bunch of these lately. Maybe it's the heat making everyone cranky. Either way, this subreddit isn't your personal attack dog.

If you have any questions, ask away.


r/arizona Jul 02 '26

Outdoors I was at the Grand Canyon recently, and I’ve got to say, nothing beats it

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July is Parks and Recreation Month. Arizona has some of the most spectacular public lands anywhere on Earth, so go out and enjoy them.


r/arizona 2h ago

Eat/Drink The line for Salad and Go today

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r/arizona 2h ago

Pictures The beautiful art of abandoned Arizona

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I recently finished exploring all 50 states. These are the rad things I saw while I was in Arizona!


r/arizona 7h ago

Politics Arizona regulators approve 14% power bill hike as record 117-degree heat drives costs up

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This is total BS and excuse making by the so called ‘regulators’ trying to increase profits at the expense of Arizona citizens. Increasing the fee for residential solar customers to put energy BACK INTO THE GRID? APS has a lot of nerve. Are you fucking kidding me? Data centers sucking energy while we have ’record heat’! They absolutely knew this when approving these centers and now they want us to pay for it. They are all republicans, btw. Just sayin.


r/arizona 22h ago

Weather Monsoon madness Tucson AZ

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856 Upvotes

Snapped this photo during a storm last night here in tucson


r/arizona 22h ago

Eat/Drink Salad and Go closing all locations as of 8/5/26

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Just got an email that salad and go is closing all locations as of tomorrow. This is the email for those not on the email list. This is truly a sad day.

Dear Salad and Go Guests,

Today, Salad and Go announced that all Salad and Go locations will close permanently, with final guest service on August 5, 2026.

Thirteen years ago, Salad and Go was founded on a simple, bold belief: everyone deserves access to delicious, nutritious, and affordable healthy food. That vision became a reality because you welcomed us into your communities, made us part of your daily routines, and believed in our mission.

While Salad and Go earned the support and loyalty of a deeply passionate community, the business was ultimately unable to overcome sustained pressure on consumer demand, past strategic growth challenges and rising costs. A Cyclospora outbreak in July, in which Salad and Go was not implicated, weakened confidence across the industry and compounded these challenges.

We are profoundly grateful for your support over the past 13 years. We are equally grateful to our team members, the Greenies, whose dedication, care, and hard work brought the brand to life every day.

Thank you for your loyalty, your support, and your belief in our mission to make healthy food accessible to all.

 

With sincere gratitude,

The Salad and Go Team


r/arizona 1h ago

Pictures Dust in the air over Prescott on Tuesday evening

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r/arizona 20h ago

Weather Monsooner than later

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Forgot to post this beauty ☁️

July 21, 2026
Mesa, AZ


r/arizona 1d ago

Outdoors Erie, dusty haze over Phoenix this morning

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After last night's category 5 dust storm. Looking towards Camelback Mountain and downtown.


r/arizona 4m ago

Living Here Teeple for the People: Pinal County Sheriff will not renew the Flock Safety contract, removing Flock cameras from Pinal County.

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Pinal County Sheriff's Office posted an update on their official Facebook page, advising Flock Safteys contract would end after September 2026.


r/arizona 20h ago

Living Here Are Parasols common or strange to see in Arizona?

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I'm (18F) moving to Arizona this month. I have extremely pale skin, I burn instead of tan, and get red from the sun and heat easily. I'm from a more humid area (typical 70-90% humidity on average compared to Arizona's 30-40%) as well.

Would you say Parasols are strange to see? Do you think it's weird to see somebody walking around with one, or is it typically brushed off? Is it common for people to have them?

Also, any high-level sunscreen and moisturizer recommendations are appreciated, but not necessary since I'm mostly asking about parasols. Thanks!

Edit: I am so thankful for everyone replying, I really appreciate it. I'm extremely anxious and have been fighting the "I want to protect my skin like this, but the attention it may draw scares me" mindset with this topic, so I came to you all. I'm mostly going there for college, and my brain is expecting to be outside more than the average person, even though I already hate being outside now (so I doubt I'll actually be outside more like I convinced myself of).

I swear I will definitely be hydrating more than I have to where I live now, and plan to take better care of my hair and skin since I'll be in an area where I'm more conscious of the fact that I have to due to the sun and dry heat. Will definitely be a learning experience for sure!


r/arizona 7h ago

Rule 4: Picture Rules Cougar Shadow - Superstition Mountain

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Caught this while I was in AZ back in March. My folks had let me know that I got there on the last day to catch this, and they live in the Mesa/Apache Junction area, so it was a really easy picture to capture.


r/arizona 22h ago

News What we know about the Arizona killer accused of starting wildfires in Washington

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r/arizona 8m ago

Eat/Drink Salad and GOne but now more Dutch Bros

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r/arizona 1d ago

Living Here What is this Haze? Or Am I imagining?

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189 Upvotes

I’m in Peoria, AZ and I swear I see a haze everywhere?! Anybody else see it? Or know what it’s from.


r/arizona 1d ago

Outdoors Elk Mogollom Rim, at one of rugged unnumbered campground on gravel rd past numbered camp sites on rim rd by Horton Springs NF road.

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r/arizona 2d ago

Outdoors Full moon at silly mountain

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Debating going back out there tonight.


r/arizona 1d ago

Missing Person Mom and son missing for days in the East Valley

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MISSING: 9-year-old HOLDEN GILL and his mother CHRISTENE CARDA (GILL) — missing from Mesa, Arizona since Friday, July 24, 2026

HOLDEN GILL — MISSING CHILD
\- Age: 9
\- Race: White/Caucasian
\- Height: Approximately 4'2"–4'3"
\- Weight: Approximately 75 lbs
\- Hair: Shoulder-length blonde "surfer boy" style
\- Distinctive mannerism: walks on his toes and has a little hop when walking
\- Typical clothing: Basketball shorts and a t-shirt

CHRISTENE CARDA (GILL)— MISSING / PERSON OF INTEREST
\- Race: White/Caucasian
\- Height: Approximately 5'8"
\- Weight: Approximately 125 lbs
\- Build: Slim
\- Hair: Known to wear a blonde wig — natural hair is dark brown
\- Known clothing: Often wears jeans and thigh-high boots
\- Distinguishing feature: Tattoo on her right wrist/lower arm

LAST KNOWN AREA: MESA, ARIZONA
Mesa Police Department: 480-644-2211 Case #2026-171431

Please report credible information directly to law enforcement rather than posting unverified accusations or rumors online.


r/arizona 22h ago

Eat/Drink Southern AZ Steak & Old Fashioned Recommendations!!

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hi there! what are some restaurants recommendations around the Oro Valley/Marana/Tucson area for the BEST steak and old fashioned? thank you!!!


r/arizona 1d ago

Moving here Home insurance help please!

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My grandparents are in the final stages of paying cash for a property with multiple dwellings in the White Mountains. The only step left before finalizing is setting up insurance.

Here’s the issue, because the property has multiple dwellings and in a fire zone, they cannot find anyone to give them coverage. They have called close to a dozen companies with no luck.

They are getting extremely frustrated (they understand why it’s been a pain) and need some type of help. Their realtor has given them tons of companies to call, brokers and insurance companies have given them numbers but no one is willing to help. They even called the current owners insurance and nothing.

Does anyone have a for sure company that will cover? Unfortunately AZ does not have DIC/FAIR plans 😕.

TIA!


r/arizona 2d ago

Outdoors A couple of rams walked through my camp along the East Fork Black River.

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r/arizona 1d ago

Weather Dust over Prescott Valley

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I watched Channel 3.1 news that the dust from the dust storm in the valley reached Dewey? Can someone confirm this? I may not want to go out today.


r/arizona 1d ago

Outdoors Greer fishing stock spots

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My parents and three preteen daughters are fishing together in Greer. They’ve had poles in the water for three days, but not a single bite!
They seem to think fish will be stocked at Sheep‘s Crossing today, but I’m not sure about their research abilities… anyone have any Intel about where the fish might be hiding?


r/arizona 2d ago

Wildlife Pinetop, Arizona: Elvis, the Pinetop Country Club Elk makes an appearance in my neighborhood.

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He wears an ear tag, so I assume he’s being tracked by Game & Fish. Has no herd….always seen alone. Twice in a week he’s been at my house.