Janet Cook The National Kitchen & Bath Association organizes an annual Kitchen and Bath Show (KBIS), and companies are invited to submit their new, innovative products to compete to win Gold or Silver in five categories. They are products that make a design statement, are game changing, are most functional, are standout sustainable, or in…
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Features, August 2024
The Transformative Influence of FC Arizona on Our Communities
In the heart of the East Valley, FC Arizona, a dedicated 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, has been quietly revolutionizing the lives of underserved youth through the universal language of soccer. As its moniker, FC (Futbol Club) Arizona, suggests, this organization is much more than a mere soccer club; it is a beacon of hope and opportunity…
Features, August 2024
Word of the Month: Wanly
David Zapatka Reader Bob Mack, commenting on the June WOTM column wrote, “I enjoyed your Chimichurri article, Thanks. Quite the background for such a great tasting meat sauce. I like the old Spanish dictionary definition, confusion. LOL. I recently took some Trader Joe’s Chimichurri sauce, from their deli section, and blended it with some hard-boiled egg yolks,…
Features, August 2024
In Passing – August 2024
Tom Amrhein Tom Amrhein, a devoted husband, loving father, and adoring grandfather, passed away at the age of 85 on Saturday, June 8, 2024. Tom found great joy in serving his community in Arizona, notably through his volunteer work at the Phoenix Trolley Museum, where his passion for history and trains shone brightly. His dedication…
Features, August 2024
How to Sell Your Stuff
Kim Kubsch Do your research! Be realistic—the appraised value or your perception of value is not the amount you should expect to receive. Appraisals, buyers, and values change based on various factors. With research, you may find this is not the ideal time to sell. Watch for these important distinctions: sterling silver vs. plated silver,…
Features, August 2024
News from the Sky: Arizona’s Largest Economic Engine Brings Unparalleled Value
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport Airports are not only gateways to new destinations and exploration, but they are also significant contributors to the local communities. A new economic impact study conducted by Arizona State University W.P. Carey School of Business states that the Phoenix Airport system had a total economic impact of $44.3 billion, up…
Features, August 2024
Our Beautiful Tradition
Jacqueline M. Ruffino-Platt Happy Birthday to my mother-in-law Helen. On Aug. 30 she would have been 107 years young. Someone I am pleased to have met and became a member of her family. She made me feel welcome and loved the very first time John brought me home to meet his family. We shared many…
Features, August 2024
Spotlight on Advertiser: The Kull White Mountain Bed and Breakfast
The Kull White Mountain B&B, run by locals Janet and Greg Kull, has officially opened its doors in the 2022 spring/summer season. The history of the bed and breakfast is as fascinating as its natural amenities. The current home where The Kull White Mountain Bed & Breakfast is sits on a historic homesteaded plot of…