Anyone who has walked in Historic Downtown Globe recently, hiked the Stairizona Trail or—more recently—taken in the “M” on the hill to the east of the Miami High School football field has seen the influence of Globe native Regina Ortega-Leonardi. The co-founder of I Art Globe and the new nonprofit …
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Bravo, John Wong, Globe’s Synergistic Chef
Chef John Wong chose to bring his mastery in culinary arts to Globe, Arizona, where crossroads welcome people from all over the state. By introducing eclectic cuisine, Wong adds a new dimension to a city built on pride. A third-generation Chinese Canadian, Wong was born in Ontario, Canada. While growing …
Read More »I ART Globe strikes again with two amazing mural projects getting underway in April
April 1 weekend was a busy one for I Art Globe! While the High Desert Humane Society got a new sign, the Cottonwood Underpass Project (aka the CUP) ramped up south of the city. This is an art installation, a community beautification and a graffiti abatement project all in one. …
Read More »Wings of Hope seventh annual car show calls attention to suicide prevention
Seven years ago in the wake of the tragic suicide of their son Angel, Monica and Johnnie Perez started an event they hoped would call attention to an epidemic of suicides and to help ease the pain of the family’s loss. The Angel Perez Wings of Hope Show N Shine …
Read More »Globe alums create float for Fiesta Parade honoring native daughter Rose Mofford
The Michigan Wolverines will face off against Texas Christian University’s Horned Frogs in the Fiesta Bowl on New Years Eve, but even more important to residents of the Copper Corridor, the Globe High School Alumni Association will honor Globe native and the first female governor of the state at the …
Read More »A heART for the Cats
Well-known artist and a patron saint of Globe-Miami’s homeless cats for over three decades, Laurie Manzano is donating a select catalog of her fine art prints this holiday season to raise funds for a local spay/neuter program. GMT will be hosting an album of her prints for sale on our …
Read More »24th Annual Ghosts of Globe Walking Tour coming Oct. 29
Join us for an Old West tour filled with tales from our Territorial Arizona’s historic district in the evening of Oct. 29. In theatrical style, hear recounts of actual sightings, documented history, and portrayals that bring to life (and death) a time gone by. With Globe Arizona’s Old West bawdy …
Read More »First Fridays bring crowds to downtown Globe
The buzz downtown has been growing for two years now, and Globe’s First Friday is gaining momentum, drawing locals and visitors alike to the streets of the historic downtown business district for an evening of fun, food and entertainment. The monthly event began in October 2020 in the wake of …
Read More »Car show coming to Miami in September
The Town of Miami is revving up for a car show this September, and downtown will be lively with music, food, and activities – culminating in a show that will whet everyone’s appetite for Miami’s Second Saturdays to follow. “We just figured it’s about time to bring another car show …
Read More »Murals: Painting Hope in Globe’s Historic Downtown
It’s springtime in Globe and this year the colors are magnificent. Some are found in our wildflowers and most are found on murals. Currently, there are four grant-funded mural initiatives underway which are infusing hope and excitement through public art. Thea WilshireThea Wilshire works as an author, psychologist, speaker, healthcare …
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