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American-Made Pride:

Forged in Community at First Impression Ironworks Article by Michaela Hetherington In a region built on growth, grit, and reinvention, some businesses do more than serve a market; they help define the soul of the community itself. Across the East Valley and throughout Arizona, First Impression Ironworks is one of those businesses. Rooted in American-made craftsmanship and powered by people who care deeply about their neighbors, the company stands as a living example of what it means to love...

Professional Services

Beyond the Lens

Katie Levine’s Journey Through Light, Story, and Connection Article by Kylie Strawn-Badger | Photography by Katie Levine Photography For photographer Katie Levine, capturing moments through a lens has always been second nature. “My dad always says I started taking pictures as early as age three,” she recalls. Growing up with a father who was a hobbyist photographer, Katie was surrounded by cameras and creativity from the beginning. That early exposure sparked a lifelong love for photography...

Life + Culture

This Is Home Ice

Andrea Doan and Lyndsey Fry on community, commitment, and the future of hockey in Arizona Article by Michaela Hetherington | Photography by Katie Levine Hockey entered my life quietly, without a grand plan. I became a hockey mom the way many Arizona families do, partly by accident, partly by curiosity, and eventually by total commitment. In my case, my Manitoba-born and raised husband turned one “let’s just have him try it” moment into everything that followed. It began with a learn-to-skate...

Sports + Recreation

Broaden Your Horizon

Article by Ashleigh Underwood | Photography by Sonja Stafford The start of the year always brings to mind the idea of trying new things, learning new skills, and making a commitment to something. With Eastin Aviation you can broaden your skillset and your horizons, instead of hoping to spread your wings and fly, you can  learn to fly.  Eastin Aviation, owned and operated by Brent Eastin, is more than just a flight school. They are the solution for all aviation needs. They offer a range of...