Finance + Legal Services

Smart Money Moves

Year-End Financial Strategies for High-Net-Worth Households Article by Valerie Fanelli | Photography by Provided As the calendar winds down, higher-net-worth earners have a narrow but powerful window to make financial decisions that compound over years. Planning during the last quarter of the year rewards households that look ahead to identify trends and opportunities in the coming year to boost earnings. Here’s where to focus your attention before December 31. “Your home is one of your...

Education

A Distinct Educational Style at Leman Academy

Article and Photography by A quick conversation with the team at Leman Academy about the distinct educational style at its three Tucson-area campuses. How visible is Dr. Kevin Leman's philosophy in day-to-day instruction, and how do teachers translate it into classroom practice? Dr. Leman's vision shapes our schools through a classical education built on the belief that every scholar is capable of growth and meaningful achievement. Strong relationships between teachers, scholars, and...

Style + Beauty

Beyond Black

Why Color Analysis Is Changing the Way We Get Dressed Article by Megan Ewing Scroll through social media, and chances are you’ll come across a color analysis transformation. A client sits beneath natural light while colorful drapes are placed one by one beneath their face. One shade makes their complexion appear dull, another brightens their eyes, smooths their skin, and suddenly the difference is impossible to ignore.   What looks like another viral fashion trend is rooted in something much...

Style + Beauty

Native Jewelry of the Southwest

Stone, Shell, and Silver: Tracing the Ancient Roots of Design and Materials Article by Jeff Herr It seems the more we learn about native artisans the less we know. It is such a vast artistic endeavor from pre-colonial creations to today that it seems beyond the scope of our understanding. But let's take a journey from the beginning of these art forms and witness history unfold as we travel from there to present day. Phase One: The Ancient Trade Networks (Pre-1400s) Long before European...

Food + Beverage

Small Bites, Big Flavor

Easy Appetizers That Make Entertaining Effortless Article by Sybil Velarde Whether you're welcoming neighbors for happy hour, hosting an elegant dinner party, or gathering family for a celebration, appetizers are often where the best conversations begin. Beautifully presented small bites encourage guests to mingle, sample a variety of flavors, and settle in before the main event—or become the event themselves. Today's entertaining is less about formal, multi-course meals and more about...

Professional Services

Ballet Tucson Turns 40 with a Season Focused on the Future

Article by Megan Ewing | Photography by Carlos Chavez Ballet Tucson is marking its 40th anniversary season not by looking back, but by looking forward. As Southern Arizona's only professional ballet company celebrates four decades of artistry, education and community impact, Artistic Director Margaret Mullin is treating the milestone as a launching point rather than a retrospective. The result is a 2026-27 season that honors the company's legacy while expanding its artistic horizons. "It...

Life + Culture

What's Your Pet Personality?

Find Your Animal Match Article by Megan Ewing Choosing a pet is about more than looks—it's about finding a companion that fits your lifestyle and temperament. Whether you're adventurous, nurturing, social, or serene, there's a perfect pet waiting to match your personality. Find the trait that describes you best and meet your ideal animal companion. 1. If You Are Loyal... A dog may be your perfect pet. Dogs are famous for their steadfast devotion and desire to be part of the family. If...

Food + Beverage

Home-Made Dog Food

A dozen or more reasons why it makes sense to skip the commercial kibble. Article by Jeff Herr Why move away from commercial dog food? Most commercial dog food is nutritionally adequate. But adequate isn't always the goal. Common reasons owners make the switch: Ingredient transparency.  Labels like "meat by-products" and "animal digest" are legally defined in ways that diverge from what most people assume. Home cooking means you know every ingredient. Recalls.  Contamination with...

Beauty

Lasers in the Desert

New technology and skilled technicians can work magic when done correctly Article by Jeff Herr A detailed conversation with Danielle Moser, PA-C, owner of Facial Artistry & Aesthetics. 1. How does CoolPeel laser work and how does it differ from traditional resurfacing? CoolPeel is a fractional CO2 laser that creates microscopic skin channels, stimulating collagen and elastin with minimal thermal damage. Unlike traditional ablative CO2 lasers, which cause more heat-related trauma, CoolPeel...

Style + Beauty

Stop Chasing Wrinkles

Cultivate Your Collagen Article by Christy Hall, PA-C, MPAS For decades, the conversation around facial aging has focused on wrinkles. Erase the line. Fill the fold. Tighten the skin. While those treatments have their place, our understanding of how the face ages has changed dramatically. Today, many experts believe the most effective approach isn't treating wrinkles after they appear, but preserving and rebuilding the foundation that keeps skin healthy: collagen. Collagen is the body's...