Dirty Dough Opens at Desert Ridge Marketplace
Dirty Dough opened its doors in February at The District at Desert Ridge Marketplace. The massive, one-of-a-kind cookie maker founded in Tempe functions on the idea that “it’s what’s on the inside that counts,” with its unique flavor profiles and trademark gooeyness. Dirty Dough updates flavor choices every Friday to keep the menu exciting and customers returning for more. Stop in to taste decadent cookies including the classic Raspberry Toaster Tart, a sugar cookie filled with raspberry jam and topped with icing and sprinkles, or the Reverse with Reese’s, fudge filled with a chocolate cookie then triple wrapped with a peanut butter cookie and topped with chocolate drizzle and crushed Reese’s. The new location can be found at Desert Ridge Marketplace, 21001 N. Tatum Blvd., near AMC Theatres, and is open from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. For more information, visit dirtydoughcookies.com.
Phoenix PD Awarded Prestigious Accreditation
The Phoenix Police Department is now one of more than 20 statewide agencies that have earned accreditation through the Arizona Law Enforcement Accreditation Program (ALEAP).
The department has finalized this rigorous self-assessing program which has already improved operations and enhanced transparency. This accreditation is awarded through the Arizona Association of Chiefs of Police (AACOP).
The process of accreditation began two years ago. ALEAP is entered into voluntarily and allows for each agency to conduct an internal review of policies and operations to meet 175 specific ALEAP standards. The review culminates with an extensive on-site assessment by a designated ALEAP Assessment Team which examines practices, procedures, management, operations, and support services. The public was also invited to offer input to the assessment team. Accreditation provides another layer of oversight, in which the community can be reassured that our department remains dedicated to providing professional services in a transparent environment. This initial accreditation period is four years with annual reviews and updates to the accreditation standards. At the conclusion of the four-year period, another on-site review will be scheduled to renew the accreditation for the Phoenix Police Department.
Spring into Wellness
The 3rd Annual Spring Into Wellness Walk & Health Fair is on March 11 from 8:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. Benefiting Mission of Mercy Arizona, it features a 1-mile family fun run/walk, in addition to exercise activities with Restorative Fitness and a health fair. There will be music by The Pulse 88.7 FM, bounce houses, face painting, balloon art, games, and a raffle with great prizes (all included with admission)! MOM will have its mobile medical RV on site for tours and the Phoenix Suns gorilla will also stop by. This all-inclusive event costs $20 for those 13 and older; free for 12 and younger. The event is at North Phoenix Baptist Church, 5757 N. Central Ave. Register at momwellness.org.
