Brad Kuenn

Brad Kuenn grew up near 32nd Street and Shea and co-founded Around Shea with his wife, Vanessa.

Newsletter

A Waterfront Lightshow, Brunch, and Local Surprises

Nov 6, 2026

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5 min read

A Waterfront Lightshow, Brunch, and Local Surprises

We’ve got the latest on the Phoenix Symphony, answers about those lingering election signs, the scoop on an extraordinary Scottsdale adventure, and more neighbor tips.

Brad Kuenn

Local News

The election is over. Why are all these signs still here?

Nov 6, 2026

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1 min read

The election is over. Why are all these signs still here?

Here’s when they have to come down, who’s responsible, what residents should do with stragglers, and two post-election deadlines that still matter this weekend.

Brad Kuenn

Newsletter

A Soggy Halloween, Election Day and Shea Deals

Nov 3, 2026

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4 min read

A Soggy Halloween, Election Day and Shea Deals

Election Day resources, Thanksgiving deadlines, local deals, and a unique stop in Paradise Valley.

Brad Kuenn

Food & Drink

Simple Salmon with Prosciutto-Wrapped Asparagus

Oct 27, 2026

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2 min read

Simple Salmon with Prosciutto-Wrapped Asparagus

Easy ingredients and directions. Try this buttery skillet-seared salmon, finished in the oven, with asparagus softened before wrapping in prosciutto. Serve with stone-ground mustard.

Brad Kuenn

Local News

From Mercer to Mayo: What do neighbors want built along Shea?

Oct 23, 2026

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4 min read

From Mercer to Mayo: What do neighbors want built along Shea?

Mercer residents organized against a four-story, 169-unit apartment plan. Now a proposal for 122 homes near Mayo raises similar questions. What do the people who live nearby want?

Brad Kuenn

Newsletter

Oct 23, 2026

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6 min read

Symphony's Cash Crunch, a Suns Do-Over, and Rezoning Battles Around Shea

We try to forget the 41-point Suns loss, remember a community win near the 51 and Shea, highlight some local news and tips, and finish it off with some fun things to do Around Shea.

Brad Kuenn

Newsletter

7 Brew Wins the Drive-Thrus, Salad & Go Eyes a Comeback, and More Around Shea

Oct 16, 2026

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6 min read

7 Brew Wins the Drive-Thrus, Salad & Go Eyes a Comeback, and More Around Shea

Jackson’s car wash reopens! We found a neighborhood Italian market, a unique chance to learn polo, hands-on pottery, two weekend outings and more.

Brad Kuenn

Local News

7 Brew for First-Timers: How to Order and What to Expect

Oct 16, 2026

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3 min read

7 Brew for First-Timers: How to Order and What to Expect

There's a new spot coming, even if it looked like Dutch Bros would take over for good. Does it mean more baristas playing 21 questions while taking your morning coffee order? Is Salad and Go coming back from the grave?

Brad Kuenn

Newsletter

Two more schools are closing. PV is improving. Here’s what else to know.

Oct 13, 2026

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3 min read

Two more schools are closing. PV is improving. Here’s what else to know.

PV's next chapter is bringing more of what we want to see, Scottsdale school changes are impacting over 700 students, a couple local discoveries and some fun things to do this weekend.

Brad Kuenn

Local News

Oct 6, 2026

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3 min read

HEY SHEA! WHERE'S THE SHADE?

The Sheaborhood along 32nd Street is getting upgraded sidewalks, landscaping, public art and a long-overdue refresh.

Brad Kuenn

Home & Living

Storm prep that actually matters in Phoenix

Oct 2, 2026

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3 min read

Storm prep that actually matters in Phoenix

Most Phoenix storms move through fast. The expensive headaches usually come from the stuff you could have handled before the clouds rolled in.

Brad Kuenn