Modern air conditioning has been a widespread feature in homes and vehicles for less than 50 years, but humans have lived in the Valley of the Sun for millennia. As we lament the heat of the s…
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Marshall Shore, otherwise known as “The Hip Historian,” has made it his life’s work to bring the history of Arizona to people in a way that keeps them engaged, interested and coming back for more.
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Upon arriving in Colombia, I quickly realized that referring to myself as “American” wasn’t going to work. To the locals, the term doesn’t refer to any specific country, as they consider thems…
Recently, more than 100 community newspapers from around the country gathered together in Las Vegas for the annual Association of Free Community Publications (AFCP) industry conference and “Be…
As one of the most recognizable across the country and the world, the American flag provides hope and boosts morale for many. With the Fourth of July approaching, here are some facts about fla…
When it comes to job interviews, there are certain questions that are off limits. Not only are they a faux pas, they are against the law.
After spending the past few years designing and deploying tiny homes for Veterans and others in need, Phoenix-based nonprofit Build Us H.O.P.E. recently got to show off its hard work during th…
Recently, A Cappella Syndicate, an a cappella chorus, earned top honors as the Arizona Champion in the Barbershop Harmony Society’s Chorus Competition. The competition took place at the Mesa H…
Here are six drink recipes to keep you and the whole family cool when the temperatures rise.
Nobody really knows exactly what to expect when they go to The Lavatory’s museum and ball pit. No Instagram post or Yelp review can prepare one for the reality of the place. The Lavatory, whic…
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When I think of July, what immediately pops into my head is fireworks, the smell of burgers on the grill and wiping the sand from my feet after dipping my toes in the ocean. I have spent the b…
Marshall Shore, otherwise known as “The Hip Historian,” has made it his life’s work to bring the history of Arizona to people in a way that keeps them engaged, interested and coming back for more.
Walking outside in July, it feels like the sun is trying to smite you out of existence. You turn three shades redder if you haven’t already put on sunscreen. You want to leave the confines of …
When you step through the door of Oh One Eight Coffee, you’ll notice the origami butterflies, the brightly colored walls and the comfy seating arrangement at the front. This is the vision of L…
The world is growing at a rapid pace. According to the U.N.’s most recent estimate, 50 percent of the world’s 7.7 billion residents live in cities today, with that number expected to increase …
When thinking of long-standing competitive sports, fencing probably isn’t the first one to come to mind. However, the sport of fencing has been around since the 18th century. The sabre-only va…
From Pre-K to junior year, Scott Ledyard’s educators watched him grow into the talented, hardworking person he is today. And every one of them came together to congratulate him for his latest …
After witnessing how impassioned her students were about global issues such as climate change, deforestation and endangered species, Hopi Elementary teacher Whitney Keeler decided to take a mo…
How many people can say they’ve traveled to Haiti to help provide citizens with clean water? Or to Nicaragua to build a school garden, or taught algebra to kids in Ecuador? These may seem like…
Back-to-school time is coming up, which means there’s an opportunity to support the numerous neighborhood organizations that provide students with clothing, food and school supplies so that ev…
Arcadia High School has a long and proud tradition of its students producing films for the big screen. In fact, arguably the most famous filmmaker of all time got his start while attending the…
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 18.5 percent of U.S. children are affected by obesity and are at risk for poor health. What’s more, many schools have a limited bud…
Some people view math as a subject best left to professionals. Grace Gould, a third grader at Paradise Valley Christian Preparatory, is not one of those people.
Ella Zeff has been playing basketball since she was a kid. It’s made such an impact on her life that in her junior year of high school, Ella took the game one step further by hosting her first…
Sixth grader Olivia Yu from St. Thomas the Apostle School shined on the soccer field in the annual Knights of Columbus International Soccer Challenge, earning herself an impressive accolade.
If you’re looking for Isabella Fratesi, chances are, you’ll find her in the pool.
This August, just two months after she will graduate from Santa Clara University in northern California, Xavier Prep alumna and recent Fulbright Scholarship winner Samantha Bennett will travel…
Hayley Murphy – second grade teacher, St. Thomas the Apostle School
