Grace Ellensiek’s connection with hand-bell ringing dates back to Sunday mornings at a Wisconsin church, where she played with other performers. A self-described novice, Ellensiek said she initially gave up on her 20-year hobby upon moving to Sun City. Ellensiek didn’t know if Sun City offered any hand-bell ringing classes or if churches performed with the elaborate set of bells during concerts.

Linda Turley-Hansen: Whatta’ ya do when the economy is in the tank, yet you need to keep a critically important charity in the black? The Mesa-based Breast Cancer Society figured out one popular solution, by tapping into young, hungry talent and setting off a buzz in the East Valley that is rippling through the high schools.

Deadline to receive entry applications for auditions of Teens Talent Competition is Wednesday.

Stephen Drew has made the transition to major league camp appear as effortless as fielding a two-hopper. His designation as the Diamondbacks' shortstop of the future is seemingly more secure than ever.

Stephen Drew has made the transition to major league camp appear as effortless as fielding a two-hopper. His designation as the Diamondbacks' shortstop of the future is seemingly more secure than ever.

Gilbert seeks entertainers of all ages and talents to perform at its annual New Year’s Eve Bash to be held, for the first time, at the McQueen Park Activity Center.

In the end, when the emotion wore off and positive developments weren't rewarded, it came down to talent.

ATribune reader commenting on a story concerning Arizona State football recruiting eight days ago suggested one way for the Sun Devils to improve is to sign the local talent.

Got a middle schooler with a knack for song and dance?

The Edge Talent Explosion makes its first appearance in the Southeast Valley on Nov. 3.

The offense gets the majority of the headlines, but playmakers on a defense can affect games in a hurry. The ballhawks are plentiful this year, so quarterbacks must be careful when throwing passes. Here are five players set to make big impacts on Friday nights this fall:

A couple of people I know are leaving town this week. Sure, I'll miss them. But I'm well used to the feeling.

The Thunder Speech, Theater and Debate Company will be performing its annual spring showcase at 7 p.m. May 11 and 12 and a matinee at 4 p.m. on May 13 in the Desert Vista High School Black Box (A-164), 16440 S. 32nd St.

Twelve top local football prospects signed with four-year colleges — and the big winner was Northern Arizona University.

Once a month, downtown Mesa lets its hair down a little bit and stays up late, playing host to street performers and indie bands and local artisans on Second Friday.

Scott Bordow: Ladies and gentlemen, meet the next great Cardinals’ running back. OK, it’s not a long list. In fact, there may not be a list at all.Arizona hasn’t exactly been overstocked at the position. But here comes Beanie Wells, all stiff arm and smile, a star in the making.

LOS ANGELES -- Susan Boyle is bringing her act to America. The Scottish sensation of "Britain's Got Talent" will make her U.S. TV debut on the season finale of "America's Got Talent," according to a person close to the series.

The Valley may be home to the next great Native American actor.