Finance + Legal Services

Generations of Protection

A Family Insurance Legacy Article by Gretchen Pahia If you were to walk into Dave Mitchell’s childhood home, premiums and policies might have been part of the conversation. “I grew up in a family where my father was a successful life insurance salesperson,” says Mitchell. “I never knew I would follow his footsteps, but I did learn early on that insurance was not about money; it was about people.” His own entry into the business was not planned. In the late 1970s, while working in grocery...

Home + Design

Smarter Living Starts Here

Where smart technology meets comfort, security, and everyday simplicity Article by Kylie Strawn-Badger | Photography by Chaz Romero Photography Daisy is redefining what it means to live in a connected home. As a national home technology integrator with nearly 30 branches across the United States, the company sells, installs, integrates, and supports everything from audio and video systems to full-scale home automation. But according to Ray Tamasovich, Branch Owner of Daisy North Phoenix, the...

Finance + Legal Services

Numbers With Purpose and Vision

How Adam Cary helps businesses build clarity and confidence Article by Kylie Strawn-Badger Adam Cary still remembers sitting in a high school bookkeeping class as a sophomore, assuming accounting would be a practical path because he was strong in math. As he tells it, “I assumed because I was strong in math, accounting would be a natural fit,” but what surprised him most was that he genuinely enjoyed it. “It turned out I had a real aptitude for it, and more importantly, I found it fun.” That...

Wellness

A West Valley Icon

The Enduring Legacy of The Wigwam Article by Gretchen Pahia | Photography by The Wigwam To the people of Peoria and the West Valley, The Wigwam is more than just a resort; it is a piece of history woven into the fabric of Arizona itself. For generations, it has been a place to gather, celebrate, relax, and reconnect, a destination surrounded by hospitality, heritage, and the natural beauty of the desert landscape. The story of The Wigwam begins in 1918 when the Goodyear Tire and Rubber...

Local Services

Smart Money Strategies

Securing Your Financial Future Article by Gretchen Pahia Growth is something you see in the West Valley every day. Careers are growing and thriving, businesses are starting, kids are going off to college, and retirement is no longer something way down the line but something soon. With all this growth comes one important question: Are you ready financially for what’s next? For Marty Guzman, President and Founder of Independent Wealth Management & Insurance Services, it’s a question he’s always...

Home + Design

Organizing With Heart

Bee Organized Peoria blends empathy and expertise to support West Valley families through change, creating peaceful homes that reflect real life, not perfection. Article by Gretchen Pahia | Photography by Chaz Romero Photography On any given day in the West Valley, life moves fast. Kids are shuttled to practices and appointments, calendars overlap, and households quietly absorb the daily rhythm of busy, full lives. Doors open and close, backpacks land on counters, laundry piles grow, and time...

Home + Design

Making Home Feel Thoughtfully Styled

Simple decor trends and practical tips to create a warm, functional, and personal home you love. Article by Kylie Strawn-Badger Home decor trends right now are leaning into spaces that feel warm, comfortable, and truly lived in. Instead of homes that look perfectly styled but untouchable, the focus has shifted toward creating rooms that feel inviting, layered, and personal. The best part is that these trends aren’t about starting from scratch. Small, intentional changes can completely...

Home + Design

Living Lake Pleasant

A closer look at Lake Pleasant living, where desert beauty, open space, and intentional homes create a lifestyle shaped by calm, connection, and everyday ease. Article by Kylie Strawn-Badger | Photography by Chaz Romero Photography There’s a certain rhythm to life near Lake Pleasant that’s difficult to define until you’ve experienced it firsthand. It’s shaped by wide desert horizons, the steady presence of water, and a sense of space that feels increasingly rare. Tucked into the northwest...

Food + Beverage

Blush & Bubbly Valentine Spritz

A light, sparkling Valentine’s cocktail made for easy celebrating Article by Kylie Strawn-Badger Valentine’s Day is an invitation to pause and enjoy moments that feel thoughtful and a little indulgent. This cocktail captures that spirit with a soft blush hue, fresh fruit, and a sparkling finish that feels perfectly suited for February. It’s light, refreshing, and visually striking without feeling overdone, making it ideal for everything from a quiet evening in to a table surrounded by friends...

Local Services

Where Community Meets Courage

Lifting Families When It Matters Most Article by Gretchen Pahia | Photography by Blackstone Country Club & The Singletons Community support can come across very personally throughout Arizona, but there are few groups that would represent the spirit of the community as comprehensively as The Singletons do. Being a local nonprofit, The Singletons predominantly works toward serving the needs of single-parent families in dealing with cancer-not just with assistance, but with dignity, stability...