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- Police Seize Over 5 lbs. In Mushroom Growing Operation
Peoria and Avondale police arrested a man Wednesday for growing large amounts of Psilocybin mushrooms in his apartment.
- Rape charges dropped against Avondale special-ed teacher
A judge on Thursday dropped all charges against an Agua Fria Union High School teacher accused of raping a special-education student.
- Rape Charges Dropped Against Avondale Teacher
Maricopa County Superior Court Judge Paul McMurdie dismissed charges of kidnapping, sexual abuse and sexual conduct with a minor against Brian Willner, a 36-year-old teacher at Avondale's Agua Fria Union High School The Maricopa County Attorney's Office says information uncovered during an investigation caused the office to drop the case.
- Rape Charges Dropped Against Special Ed Teacher
All charges have been dropped against a Phoenix-area high school teacher accused of raping a special-education student.
- Cities find residency requirements hurt hiring
For local elected officials, it's a matter of civic pride that the city manager, police chief and other top executives live in the communities they serve.
- Southwest Valley's top online stories of August 2010
Most viewed articles on swvalley.azcentral.com in August 2010: 1. Former NFL player Mark Fields arrested in Goodyear - Former NFL linebacker Mark Fields was arrested August 10 on suspicion of beating the mother of his 6-year-old daughter outside a Tutor Time in Goodyear, according to Maricopa County Superior Court documents.
- Flames tear through Tolleson apartment complex
Firefighters are mopping up after an early morning fire at a Tolleson apartment complex.
- Nutro Co. donates equipment to Avondale Friendship Park dog park
Avondale dogs have new agility equipment at Friendship Park after a pet-food company adopted part of the dog park and donated and erected the equipment.
- Trial for man accused in Avondale murder on hold
The trial of a Phoenix man accused of killing an Avondale man in a drive-by shooting is on hold because the court ordered the defendant to undergo a mental-competency exam.
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GIRL & THE GOAT In case you've been in a coma, the girl is Stephanie Izard , the goat is her culinary plaything, and this is the slam-dunk success of the summer.
- Fiestas Patrias planners: Entertainers hard to find
Organizers of the Valley's single Fiestas Patrias celebration in Phoenix are struggling to find notable entertainers to help commemorate the 200th anniversary of Mexican independence.
- Avondale Dog Park Celebrates Donation
Avondale is hosting a party at Avondale Friendship Park to celebrate the donation of dog exercise equipment.
- Avondale bar fight lands El Mirage man in jail
A brawl at an Avondale sports bar landed an El Mirage man in jail after he allegedly punched an owner and fired into the air as he drove away, police said.
- Trial set for man accused of tattooing teen for sex
The trial date has been set for an Avondale man accused of illegally tattooing teenage girls, one in exchange for sex, according to Maricopa County Superior Court documents.
- New Arizona law alters rules for water shut-off
This year, the state Legislature limited how cities can collect delinquent utility bills, a move supported by tenants and real-estate interests.
- Buckeye 'Elvis' wows seniors at Avondale Community Center
Elvis impersonator at Avondale Community Center Buckeye's own Elvis belted out "Blue Suede Shoes," "Hound Dog," "Suspicious Minds," "Heartbreak Hotel," "Can't Help Falling in Love," "That's All Right" and other favorites at the Avondale Community Center in honor of Elvis Day.
- Check Out a Good Book & More at the Avondale, Arizona Public Libraries
With so many local budget cuts many public libraries have cut back on hours or shut their doors completely.
- Southwest Valley Chamber of Commerce: Slow down, school's in session
Children have started back to school and the Southwest Valley Chamber of Commerce would like to remind drivers to exercise extra caution when on our roadways.
- Avondale looks to hire recreation instructors
The Avondale Recreation Division has openings for independent instructors. The city provides the facility, marketing and staff to handle registration.
City DescriptionAvondale is a city in Maricopa County, Arizona, USA. According to 2008 Census Bureau estimates, the population of the city is 81,299.
Avondale is the home of Phoenix International Raceway, a famous auto racing facility. Westview High School, La Joya Community High School, and Agua Fria High School are large high schools in Avondale.
Avondale is located at 33°26′01″N 112°20′59″W / 33.43361°N 112.34972°W / 33.43361; -112.34972 (33.435322, -112.349758).
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 41.3 square miles (107.0 km²), of which, 41.3 square miles (106.9 km²) of it is land and 0.1 square miles (0.2 km²) of it (0.15%) is water.
As of the census of 2000, there were 35,883 people, 10,640 households, and 8,724 families residing in the city. The population density was 869.7 people per square mile (335.8/km²). There were 11,419 housing units at an average density of 276.8/sq mi (106.9/km²). The racial makeup of the city was 63.27% White, 5.20% Black or African American, 1.28% Native American, 1.89% Asian, 0.14% Pacific Islander, 24.32% from other races, and 3.89% from two or more races. 46.23% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any ... Read MoreCity Contained By:- Maricopa County
- Arizona
- United States of America
City Contains:- SouthWest Skill Center
- Estrella Mountain Community College
- Agua Fria Union High School
- Maricopa Beauty College LLC
- Universal Technical Institute of Arizona Inc
- Empire Beauty School-Avondale
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