General Interest

The History of Our Historic Districts

By Tricia Amato (Lewis) Prior to the 1970s, there wasn't much love for our city's historic assets. This was the era of "urban renewal" when ...

Preservation… Phoenix Style!

By Tricia Amato (Lewis) We all love our historic neighborhoods, and we like to think that there are financial, social, and environmental benefits to living ...

To Sandblast or Not to Sandblast Your Brick?

By Tricia Amato (Lewis) Red brick has never been more popular — I mean, who doesn't like the look of exposed brick? Many brick homes ...

Willo Photo Book Update

On January 23rd, the editors of The Willo Historic Neighborhood: Architecture & History held a launch party at the home of Diana Herman for those who had pre-purchased ...

STOP! In the Name of History

By Tricia Amato (Lewis) We've all seen them —  red, octagonal stickers with the words “STOP WORK” stuck to the windows of homes that are ...

Update from your Senator Lela Alston

Important Information About Vaccinations for Children & Help for Struggling Homeowners Congratulations Landis Cyclery-Phoenix, LD 24 Retailer of the Year Friends, There is important news ...

Historic Preservation Grants

NEW AND IMPROVED! HISTORIC PRESERVATION GRANTS ARE BACK! City of Phoenix Exterior Rehabilitation Grants for historic homes are available again after a 5-year funding drought. ...

Feral cat population

Please Help Control the Feral Cat Population in Willo — it's Free! IT’S  THAT  TIME  OF  YEAR  AGAIN! Spring  is  in  the  air,  and  kitten  ...

Willo Architectural Photo Book

THE OFFICIAL WILLO PHOTO BOOK PROJECT IS ON ITS WAY.        Our volunteer photographers have begun taking pictures of homes street by street. ...

Banner University Hospital offering free COVID-19 treatment

Dear Willo neighbors,   Please take the time to read this.  It could save your life and the lives of your family and friends.   ...