Thursday, January 29, 2026 Good Morning! On this day in 1949, U.S. Air Force pilots dropped supplies to snowbound Navajo communities as part of Operation Haylift. This aerial photo shows one area’s request written in the snow. Has your community received snow this season? Reply to share snapshots of your winter wonderland. Only three days are […]

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 Good Morning! On this day in 1996, Super Bowl XXX made its Arizona debut at Tempe’s Sun Devil Stadium, where 76,347 fans watched Dallas defeat Pittsburgh 27–17. The Arizona Renaissance Festival returns to Gold Canyon on Saturday with jousting knights, artisan markets, and falconry on weekends through March 29. Inbox alert: […]

Tuesday, January 27, 2026 Good Morning! On this day in 1947, Saudi Crown Prince Amir Saud toured the Salt River Valley for agricultural inspiration. This historic photo shows local farmers harvesting onions. With the Super Bowl matchup set, a months-old NFL graphic has fans buzzing for appearing to predict the finalists. Share your game prediction […]

Monday, January 26, 2026 Good Morning! On this day in 1878, the debut of the Salt River Herald as Phoenix’s first newspaper set off an era of politically charged journalism and public feuds with rivals such as the Arizona Republican. Seventeen states and Washington, D.C., faced a state of emergency from a major winter storm. […]

Friday, January 23, 2026 Good Morning! On this day in 2023, highways across northern Arizona remained closed as Flagstaff recorded its third-heaviest January snowfall on record. Speaking of weather, a cold front is set to bring rain and northern snow through the weekend. Cooler temps call for a heartwarming story, and we’ve got one in […]

Thursday, January 22, 2026 Good Morning! On this day in 1864, Gov. John Goodwin and his officers arrived at the original Fort Whipple site to establish the first temporary territorial capital. We hope you brought your appetite. From frozen yogurt in Business to barbecue in Et Cetera, there’s plenty to savor before testing your restaurant knowledge […]

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 Good Morning! On this day in 1967, pop-rock group The Monkees played one of their first concerts in Phoenix to a crowd whose excitement was said to resemble Beatlemania. As The Arizona Flyover tops 85,000 readers in less than a year, we’d love your feedback! What do you enjoy most, and how […]

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 Good Morning! On this day in 1947, Tucson Mayor Henry O. Jaastad announced his retirement after 18 years in elected office. This 1939 photo shows Jaastad at a Kino Park ceremony. Got any loose coins? The Tucson Coin and Currency Expo returns to Casino Del Sol through Saturday as collectors cash in […]

Monday, January 19, 2026 Good Morning! On this day in 1956, astronomers considered the Kitt Peak site for an observatory, shown here under construction in 1959. Weekend celebrations honoring Martin Luther King Jr. Day conclude today, with the AZMLK Commemorative March in Phoenix and the MLK Parade in Mesa.  Today’s sponsor, FinanceBuzz, is highlighting a […]

Friday, January 16, 2026 Good Morning! On this day in 1988, the St. Louis Cardinals announced their move to Phoenix, the latest relocation for the NFL’s oldest continuously run franchise. Weather watch: Arizona will stay warm and dry through the weekend as a strong high-pressure system keeps temperatures above normal and conditions breezy.  Today’s sponsor […]