Life + Culture

From MTV to Motherhood

Lolo Wood on Raising an MVP, Co-Parenting with OBJ, and What's Next... Article by Nadine Bubeck | Photography by Katie Levine Photography at Notre Dame Preparatory High School It all started on MTV. From Wild ‘N Out to Ridiculousness , Lolo Wood is one of those faces you recognize instantly.  Now, the story looks a little different. On our Kids Issue cover, she stands with her son, Zydn, a football in hand and a subtle nod to his dad, NFL star Odell Beckham Jr.. It’s playful, personal...

Health + Wellness

Colin Egglesfield

Cancer Free and Living With Purpose Article by Molly Stockley | Photography by Colin Egglesfield & Jessica Wellman Actor and television host Colin Egglesfield is best known for his roles in  All My Children ,  Melrose Place , and  Something Borrowed . Yet one of the most meaningful chapters of his life unfolded far from Hollywood, at City of Hope Cancer Center Phoenix in Goodyear, where resilience, hope, and world-class care helped shape a journey that would change him forever. In January...

Local Services

Must Love Dogs

What Every Pet Owner Should Know Before Leaving Town Article and Photography by Karen Chavez was on vacation when she received a call no pet owner wants to get. Back home, her 16-year-old dachshund, Rusty, had developed glaucoma. To most people, his squinting might have looked like minor irritation or simple fatigue. Fortunately, Rusty wasn't being cared for by most people. He was being cared for by a trained veterinary professional who immediately recognized something was wrong and acted...

Life + Culture

Top Dogs

Three sons. Five dogs. One unforgettable mission. Photography by Heather Montasir Photography Johnjay Van Es may spend his mornings behind a mic, but his greatest passion begins when the show ends. Together with his wife, Blake, they're raising three boys, loving five dogs, and helping more than 1,500 rescue dogs find loving homes through their #LovePup Foundation.  For our Kids & Pets Issue, we passed the mic to Blake for 10 things you might not know about #LovePup. 1. LovePup wasn't part...

Health + Wellness

Myth vs. Fact

The APDO Team Sets the Dental Record Straight Article and Photography by Most parents don't have questions about their child's teeth until something unexpected happens. A second row of teeth appears. An orthodontist recommends an evaluation at age seven. Permanent teeth come in looking yellow. Or someone mentions fluoride, hydroxyapatite, or silver diamine fluoride, and suddenly a simple dental visit feels overwhelming. After more than 30 years serving Valley families, Affiliated...

Life + Culture

Making It Raine

Bret Michaels' Daughter Talks AZ Roots, Netflix, Family, and Forging Her Own Path Photography by Provided: Raine Michaels Raine Michaels is having a moment. Fresh off her Netflix debut on Calabasas Confidential , she's introducing viewers to who she really is beyond the famous last name. But long before the cameras started rolling, she was growing up in Scottsdale, where she spent her days biking through DC Ranch, hunting for scorpions with a black light, and learning life's biggest lessons...

Travel

The Jewel of the Coast

Just steps from La Jolla Shores, Elements redefines the modern family getaway. Photography by Provided: Ocean Sands Vacation Rentals For Arizona families, San Diego has long been the unofficial beach town of choice. It's close enough for a long weekend, easy enough for a spontaneous escape, and offers something for every generation. But according to Penny Campbell, founder of Ocean Sands Vacation Rentals, a boutique vacation rental company specializing in La Jolla and San Diego's coastal...

Travel

Malibu's Best-Kept Neighbor

The Perfect Blend of Coastal Access, Family-Friendly Amenities, and Four Seasons Luxury Photography by Provided: Four Seasons Westlake Village Not every great California getaway needs to be directly on the beach. If you're willing to drive a little, Four Seasons Westlake Village rewards you in a big way. Conveniently positioned between Malibu, Los Angeles, Santa Barbara, and many of Southern California's most popular attractions, the resort serves as a luxurious home base for travelers who...

Sports + Recreation

The Next Pitch

For former MLB player Dave Huff and wife Lisa, the next big idea came between games. Photography by Provided/Scottsdale Event Photography By the time Dave Huff retired from professional baseball, he had pitched for five Major League organizations, played internationally in Korea, Japan, Mexico, Australia, and Dubai, and spent more than two decades chasing a dream that began before he was old enough to tie his shoes. Literally. One of his earliest memories involves standing in a diaper on a...

Life + Culture

Love Who You Are

Cardinals Rookie Jeremiyah Love Shares Why Being Yourself is Your Greatest Superpower Article by Nadine Bubeck | Photography by Credit: Arizona Cardinals   The Arizona Cardinals didn't just draft one of college football's most dynamic players when they selected Jeremiyah Love with the No. 3 overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. They drafted a comic book creator, an anime fan, a self-described introvert, and a young man who spent much of his childhood feeling like he didn't quite fit in. ...