Desert Dreamers
From rhinestone-belted teen sensation Evelyn Errante to a growing community of homegrown talent, Arizona’s country music scene is blazing its own trail beyond Nashville’s shadow.
Baristas & Bouquets
Teenage entrepreneur Dylan Capshaw blends coffee culture and floral artistry at Stemistry, the Valley’s innovative “flower bar and coffee lab”
The Mechanics of Excellence
West-MEC’s automotive program transforms high school students into skilled technicians, launching them into six-figure careers while they give back to their communities.
Harmonizing Hope
Discover how Rosie’s House is bridging divides and transforming lives through vibrant mariachi performances and heartwarming holiday concerts in Phoenix this season.
Jazz Up Your Night
Phoenix’s premier jazz club, The Nash, reopens its doors after a stunning $2.5 million renovation, promising an elevated experience for music lovers.
Pixie Dust & Perseverance
Discover how a former actor’s leap of faith is breathing new life into Boulder Creek High School’s theater program, proving that with a sprinkle of pixie dust, second acts can be even more magical than the first.
Foundations of Friendship: Phoenix Sister Cities Connects Continents
Discover how Phoenix Sister Cities is building global bridges through youth exchanges, teaching abroad and cultural programs. From life-changing experiences for high school students to new career paths for educators, learn how this initiative is fostering international friendship and understanding in Arizona.
Making Waves
Anthem’s 15-year-old swimming sensation Delaney Barbee makes history as the first Arizona Dolphins swimmer to compete at the Olympic trials while still on the team, proving that big dreams can come true in small towns.
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Schoolhouse Tech!
Canyon Springs STEM Academy in Anthem is pioneering a cutting-edge STEM education program that integrates science, technology, engineering and mathematics into every aspect of their curriculum from pre-K through 8th grade.
Literary Lagoon
Embark on an exciting literary journey this summer as Desert Foothills Library unveils its engaging Summer Reading Program, inviting readers of all ages to explore new adventures through a diverse array of activities, incentives and community-building initiatives.