Arts + Culture

The Phoenix Symphony's Journey from Ragtag to Renowned

Celebrating over 75 years of bringing world-class music to Arizona Article by Kris Ann Valdez | Photography by Photography Provided by The Phoenix Symphony In the 1940s, Phoenix’s population was less than 100,000. The occasional saguaro served as a lamppost, whiskey and wine sold for a whopping 10 cents, and the Phoenix Street Railway operated streetcars for 33 miles. But times were changing fast. World War II turned agricultural Phoenix into an industrial hub, expanding the population by 63...

Wellness

Your Health, Rediscovered

Mindy Zonts of Prime IV Hydration helps patients chart a new course for well-being Article by Gretchen Pahia | Photography by Stephanie Slezak In a time when healthcare is too often a matter of disease treatment, Family Nurse Practitioner Mindy Zonts is putting her clinical experience, compassion for people, and dedication to integrative wellness at the forefront, helping patients explore a growing and innovative model for health. Zonts has a well of experience from years working in acute...

Travel

An Oregon Adventure

Photographer Shannon Liebrock fulfilled her dream of visiting Multnomah Falls and the Oregon coast Article by Alison Stanton | Photography by Shannon Liebrock For as long as she can remember, Shannon Liebrock has loved to collect photographs of waterfalls. Liebrock, who has worked as a professional photographer for over 30 years, has always dreamed of traveling to Oregon to see some of the state’s many incredible waterfalls. “I specialize in taking photos of college and high school sports...

Food + Beverage

A Patriotic Parfait

Layered with fresh fruit, airy cake and whipped cream, these parfaits are a pure delight Article by Beth Del Ville Light up your 4th of July celebration with a dessert that's as patriotic as it is delicious! This easy-to-make treat comes together in a (firework’s) flash using fresh berries, pillowy pound cake and creamy whipped cream. Assembling this show-stopping dessert is a breeze. We've used strawberries and blueberries for that classic look, but don't hesitate to toss in raspberries or...