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5 years ago it seemed like there was a "Silicon Desert" movement, is that still true today?

It seemed like in 2020 there were a ton of cool start ups and a ton of hiring from tech companies in Tempe/Scottsdale.

Is that still the case? Or did the Phoenix mini-tech scene die out like Austin's did with the return to office(in CA)?

Not looking for recs, just genuinely curious how the tech workers of Phoenix feel about the market today since I've been moved away for a while now. Casually looking at linkedin there seems to be very few openings posted.

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u/ghdana — 3 hours ago
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Annual pass- zoo or odysea?

Hello! I am looking to get an annual pass to either the zoo or odysea. I’m a teacher and I will have summer off with my little one (15 months old).

We are early risers and would be able to get to the zoo very early, but the aquarium would give us more flexibility as we can go in the afternoon since it’s indoors.

Anyone with littles have a rec for which would be better for a 15 month old?

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u/Ok_Occasion_7546 — 12 hours ago

Tattoo Artist Recommendations

I'm looking for safe and high quality tattoo artists. I plan to get a lot of large tattoos and want them to blend seamlessly into each other. I've never gotten tattoos before, but I know that I need to prioritize these two things.

I'm not super price sensitive, I just need them to be safe and talented. If anyone has any other aspects to be concerned about, please let me now.

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u/Icy_Soft6052 — 13 hours ago
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Looking for good Chinese food

My wife and I moved to Phoenix from FL and are looking for some good Chinese restaurants.

We live close to Cortez HS.

Anyone have any recommendations?

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u/caskaylicious — 20 hours ago
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Does the Arizona Financial Theater allow clear backpacks in? It’s within their dimensions.

I’m coming from out of state for a concert there and just wanna make sure that I will be allowed to take it in if I bring it with me. It doesn’t specifically say that they don’t allow clear backpacks anywhere so I wasn’t sure.

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u/catt0ebeans — 14 hours ago

Police activity i10 West

I passed 10+ different police cars traveling on i10 west around 7:20pm. (4/19) around Buckeye /303 interchange

Lights and sirens on. Full speed. Anyone know what happened?

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u/Familiar_Dog2691 — 10 hours ago

Does anyone know any authentic Turkish places that sell Turkish Delight?

I’ve always wanted to try some but I have now idea which places are best or where to even look.

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u/SaleVisual3616 — 10 hours ago
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Stop trashing shooting spots

Can people please stop trashing shooting spots? At this rate, they’re going to shut them all down because of how bad it’s getting. Bring your own steel target or just pick up after yourself.

u/AndrewTieu — 2 days ago

Graduation venues near Goodyear Arizona

Sort of late planning this for my oldest. I have roughly about 40 people attending, give or take. I have an AIRBNB for plan B but I want to explore my options. This is so stressful.

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u/Green-Ad186 — 15 hours ago

Looking for a higher end restaurant with tvs in the bar.

Hello all! Looking for a place with fantastic food that has TVs in the bar area. I have a work dinner with a bunch of Suns fans Wednesday night. Thanks in advance

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u/elliedavissrq — 1 day ago
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Where's the best BBQ spots

Anywhere in the greater Phx area with the tenderism? Wanna take the lady to bbq for aniversary but I want good ribs and brisket not like longhorn

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u/IRTNL — 1 day ago
▲ 30 r/phoenix

Chase field concert pics?

Could someone post a picture in the comments of a concert in chase field? I just bought some tickets for section 302 and I want to know how it looks like from that section. I know there’s a lot of websites that show you a picture of how it looks like but I only found baseball pictures there and I’m pretty sure it looks different in a concert.

u/Sea_Function_9888 — 1 day ago
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Gallego's Number One!

According to the New York Times, the most profane/vulgar person in Congress is Ruben Gallego! By a long shot. If you check the original article, it has the stats.

:)

Online and On the Stump, Democrats Embrace a Four-Letter Word
By Kellen Browning and Matt Zdun

Of all the Democrats using the F-word, one particular senator has turned the practice into a sort of unseemly art. Senator Ruben Gallego of Arizona was cursing well before it was fashionable, dropping the word into public statements as far back as 2019.
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/04/09/us/politics/democrats-social-media-profanity-f-word.html

u/Kismadaroq — 1 day ago
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Mountain lion or stray cat?

We live at the base of South Mountain. Last night around 2am we heard a weird sound and then this guy came walking past.

We’ve had coyotes, javelinas, owls, snakes, squirrels, hawks, quails, rabbits but this would be the first mountain lion.

I have a trail cam set up but it walked behind it. The javelinas on the other hand put on quite a show!

u/olivasaz — 2 days ago
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Cac and the Beanstalk

Perhaps this is just Morning wood.

I’d swear this wasn’t there last night.

Sure seems like it grew overnight. Hence my Beanstock reference.

I’ve been at this property for five years and this is the first time this thing has sprouted. Century plant-esque. It had a bunch of babies sprout up from the roots last year too.

I thought this growth was remarkable and I wanted to share.

u/Livid_Persimmon3600 — 2 days ago
▲ 49 r/phoenix

Mosquitos feel worse this year?

I feel like I can’t go into my backyard without getting eaten alive. I’ll take the heat if it’ll kill them all off!!

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u/essentialavocado — 1 day ago
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Record store day PHX Arizona

Record store day today, I’m currently in line for an hour now and it’s 4:18 am… Bethany home location Zia records and I’m about 30th in line or so… it’s already wrapped around the back of the building if anyone else was planning on coming I would hurry before it gets way too long. Store doesn’t open for another 2.5 hours

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u/Mellowmoreno — 2 days ago

2006 E46 M3 Competition Manual Swap Suggestions

Does anyone know anyone that can do a SMG Swap to a manual in the valley or AZ in general? Thanks!

u/Birdman052 — 10 hours ago