Salad and Go was founded in Gilbert in 2013 and quickly became a go-to spot for quick, affordable salads. On Aug. 4, 2026, the chain announced it was filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy and closing all of its Arizona and Nevada locations. But what happened? On this week's episode of Valley 101, we …

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Are javelinas Arizona's wild pig?

Aug. 24, 2026

If you have been to Arizona, chances are you’ve had a javelina encounter, maybe crossing the street or even hanging out in a backyard. They look a little like pigs, seem to be everywhere and have become an unmistakable part of Arizona life. But what exactly are javelinas, and why are there so man…

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What's with the dead bodies in Lake Mead?

Aug. 31, 2026

Dead bodies are among the many things being revealed as Lake Mead's water levels continue to drop. So why are bodies being found in Lake Mead? And how many are connected to crimes? This week on Valley 101, we explore the stories behind the bodies, what the dropping water levels me…

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How did Rocky Point become Arizona's beach?

Aug. 10, 2026

There is one thing most Arizonans can agree on, we need a beach. While it’s a borderline impossible thought, we are fortunately able to head down to Puerto Peñasco in Sonora, Mexico, nicknamed “Arizona’s beach." On this week’s episode of Valley 101, we take a walk down the shore and answer the qu…

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