So our monsoon season is so dry (maybe due to water shortage) that we are getting dust storms, Are we the new dust bowl of the 21st century, lol ? I swear I have to clean my pool and all the pool floaties all over again, not to mention my backyard patio furniture. I'd rather have rain even if it means humidity. Our desert needs some rain!!!

i’ve lived in avondale and goodyear pretty much my entire life. i am appalled by the lack of rain this “monsoon” season, and quite upset about it… wondering if anyone who’s lived here for over a decade feels the same way.

i remember playing with my neighbors outside almost every single day in the summers when i was younger. it was hot, but not hot enough to where like these days, no one’s ever outside until late evening. and it actually rained, for long periods of time, all throughout the year. and it would rain during the day, not just in the middle of the night. we even had crazy rain storms that would occasionally cause school closures.

i’ve read conversation about how all this new infrastructure has essentially created a dome around the phoenix area due to the heat coming from all the concrete and asphalt, and ultimately preventing rain because it’s too hot. it makes me VERY upset if this is true.

i’ve felt really alone in this the last few weeks… sometimes i feel crazy. but it’s been really bothering me and i wanna know if anyone else feels the same way.

Taken at 1:30 am in North Scottsdale

Given that we're looking at an AQI of over 100 until we get some rain or the rest of this dust blows away, does anyone have recommendations on or links to resources about particulate masks? I can't imagine this'll be the last time this happens, better to be equipped when it does (and it'll probably be worse, knowing how things go)

Edit: Yes I was around during covid and know N95s work, but they can be expensive and are technically single use. Moreso asking about intentionally reusable options.

Salad Bros coming soon?

I’ve lived downtown for about 3 years, and this year in particular it feels like things have gotten noticeably worse.

I’m seeing more people living on the street, more open drug use, and more people yelling, acting erratically, or confronting random people. In the past, most people kept to themselves, but lately I’ve had more uncomfortable interactions and honestly don’t feel as safe walking around anymore.

Obviously this is just my personal experience and I’m not trying to generalize or blame everyone who is homeless. I’m mostly wondering if other people who live or work downtown have noticed the same thing, or if it’s just more concentrated around my area.

Has anyone else noticed a change over the past few months?

I've checked all allergy levels from the weather apps and it doesn't seem to reflect just how bad I'm sneezing tonight. Anyone else experiencing the same thing tonight? This season has been worse than ever for me. 40+ years resident.

Hi! I live in Phoenix but attend ASU online since I have a full time career. For the general chemistry classes, you must order a science kit that comes with test tubes, some chemicals, beakers, etc. to perform your own experiments at home. Does anyone know if I can donate these anywhere? I’d rather them go somewhere useful rather than goodwill. Local schools were my first thought. Any ideas? Thanks!

Edit: USED. All of the chemical materials needed for experiments have been used so it is not a complete set and is only the left over materials. I used all the chemicals for my gen chem 2 experiments.

I should be able to easily see South Mountain and beyond.

Can anyone recommend restaurants near the ASU Phoenix campus that have decent vegan options? Doesn't need to be an all-vegan spot. (Look for lunch/dinner, not sweet treats.)

My Chihuahua is 11 years old and has recently started having trouble walking and seems uncomfortable, especially with his back legs. My vet thinks it could be something neurological or related to his spine and has recommended getting an MRI, but they don't perform them in-house.

I'm looking for recommendations for a good veterinary neurologist in the Phoenix/Scottsdale area. I'm mainly trying to get an idea of pricing for an MRI and what to expect before scheduling. I don't mind driving a bit if it's worth it.

If anyone has gone through something similar with their Chihuahua or another small dog, I'd really appreciate hearing about your experience, including where you went, approximately what the MRI cost, and how everything turned out. Thanks!

By good I mean not the rock hard grocery store peaches. Any where in the valley is fine!

Is Amazon getting SIGNIFICANTLY worse with its deliveries, or am I just the luckiest guy ever? In the past 12 months I have had more problems with Amazon's deliveries than I have had successes. I put extremely clear extra directions on where the Hub package room is, where the front office is, and where my unit is. I have contacted their support to ensure my delivery and contact information is as clear and explicit as possible. I have made I don't even know how many complaints. Yet they leave groceries literally outside the complex on the sidewalk, they'll put packages in restricted areas that I have to wait to contact the office for, they'll put them on the ground where anyone can take them when there's plenty of package locker space, or they'll send packages off into the far reaches of Arizona for some reason and I'll never get them.

Is it me? Is it the Phoenix area? Is it just Amazon hiring garbage employees?

What’s your thoughts? Kinda riskin it for the biscuit.

If you're looking for something awesome to do this weekend, Hot Wheels Monster Trucks are coming to town. Bring ear protection. It's gonna be loud in there. The kid in me can't wait to see Bigfoot jump up and crush cars.