Sofia
It’s difficult for most of us to imagine going through those awkward teen years in the spotlight, but for one Valley teen, not only is she doing it; she’s thriving beneath the bright lights of Hollywood.
Raven’s View: A Wine Bar Oasis
Way out east on Cave Creek Road, long past the manicured homes of the town it’s named for, is the wild of open desert that has lured artists and dreamers for half a century or so. Though it is still within city limits, the surrounding silent hush of Tonto National Forest’s three million acres of open space lends itself to a tranquil energy different from the buzz of the nearby towns.
Brilliant Arizona Skies
Writer Amanda Christmann Photographer Saija Lehtonen [dropcap]I[/dropcap]f we ever were to forget exactly why we chose to live in…
It’s a Fabulous Fourth!
Writer Amanda Christmann [dropcap]T[/dropcap]he heat is on, and so is the fun at Independence Day festivals around the Valley. Indoors…
Down to an Art
Writer Amanda Christmann Photographer Loralei Lazurek [dropcap]I[/dropcap]n the early 19th century, Horace Mann launched the public school movement, advocating for,…
Carefree & Cave Creek’s Most Excellent
The Carefree Cave Creek Chamber of Commerce honored the annual Celebration of Excellence Award recipients for 2017 to spotlight outstanding members of the chamber. This year’s ceremony took place at Venues Café in Carefree.
Blueberry Lemon Thyme Crostata
Writer and Photographer Kyndra Kelly [dropcap]C[/dropcap]rostatas (or gallettes, as some people call them) are a great alternative to pie, and…
A Culinary Escape
Writer Lynette Carrington Food Photography by Debby Wolvos Resort Photography by David B. Moore [dropcap]T[/dropcap]he Hermosa Inn has been a…
Sincerely Sophia Marie
Writer Shannon Severson Photography by Loralei Lazurek [dropcap]H[/dropcap]er voice is clear, earnest and soulful, belying her young age. Sophia Marie…
Take a Hike
Writer Amanda Christmann Photography Courtesy of Sedona Visitors’ Center [dropcap]V[/dropcap]alley trails are fantastic, but when the summer heat stops us…