Finance + Legal Services

Navigating Slip and Fall Cases

Slip and fall cases may seem trivial, until you find yourself on the wrong end of a slippery surface. Let's dive in to understand what slip and fall entails in the eyes of the law, explore real-world examples, and discover when it's crucial to seek the guidance of a personal injury lawyer.What is Slip and Fall in Legal Terms?Slip and fall, legally known as premises liability, refers to situations where an individual is injured on someone else's property due to hazardous conditions. Property...

Arts + Culture

All Heart

Patricia Watts and Robert Lyles Work With the Heart Ball and the American Heart Association to Help Save Lives Article by Michelle Glicksman | Photography by Provided “Like many of the women who serve on the Heart Ball Committee, my life has been profoundly impacted by heart disease,” Patricia Watts says. “My parents, grandparents, spouse, and many of my friends have suffered from heart disease in its various forms, atrial fibrillation, coronary artery disease, heart attack, and stroke. The...

Life + Culture

From the Publisher ...

Article and Photography by This is one of my most favorite issues of the year, the Thankful Issue. I was taught at an early age the importance of giving back and being thankful for all that I have. From bringing in my own money each week for tzedakah at temple to volunteering at the homeless shelter, we were always taught the importance of giving to those less fortunate. It reminded my sister and I how much we truly had to give. It’s something I’ve instilled in my kids. Albeit they’re still...

Arts + Culture

Hair Ye, Hair Ye

Author Theodore Pappas Is on a Quest to Talk About—Not Politics—but Presidential Hair Article by Michelle Glicksman | Photography by Provided Why write a book about presidential hair?  Because hair is a wonderful tool for historians, for re-narrating history in a fresh, engaging, and moving way. You have a chapter about people collecting presidential hair …    Collecting hair has long been a way of remembering lost loved ones. The last thing Jackie Kennedy did when viewing her husband...

Travel

Nature & Adventure on South Padre Island

From Beautiful Beaches and Catamarans to Sand Monsters and Animal Sanctuaries, There’s Something for Everyone Article by Michelle Glicksman | Photography by Courtesy Visit South Padre Island Located on the Southern tip of Texas is the tropical oasis South Padre Island ( SoPadre.com ), where soft sand meets the gentle lapping waves and there’s an entire island to explore—whether you’re looking for relaxation, active adventures, or exploration. The island boasts Laguna Madre Bay on one side...

Arts + Culture

All That Jazz

Legendary Jazz Artist and Scottsdale Jazz Festival Founder Doc Jones Changes Lives Through the Art Form Article by Georgann Yara | Photography by Danielle Muccillo The power of music is felt in everyday life, with a memory of a happy tune or hearing a song lyric that instantly provides a mood boost. But for jazz legend and Scottsdale Jazz Festival founder Doc Jones, music not only changed his life but also may have saved it. Hailing proudly from Chicago’s Southside, Jones was one of eight...

Life + Culture

Navigating for a Cause

A New Fundraiser Helps Raise Money For PTSD Charity Article and Photography by Luxury travel company Boutique Travel Advisors is debuting its first-ever   Navigating for a Cause event. The evening of gourmet food, live entertainment from the Flashback Cadillac band, dancing, and more, also features both a silent auction and raffle program with items including exclusive travel experiences, luxury cruise sailings, and dining experiences.  The proceeds benefit Chase Rauchle PTSD Now ( ...

Home Services

Helping Hands

The All-Volunteer-Run Nonprofit Neighbors Helping Neighbors Scottsdale Provides No-Fuss Aid to Charitable Causes in Need Article by Georgann Yara | Photography by Provided Giving assistance and support to others in need shouldn’t be difficult. And for 12 years, that simple premise has proved to make a powerful and invaluable difference as the driving force of Neighbors Helping Neighbors Scottsdale, an entirely volunteer-run nonprofit.  Through contributions in the form of finances, hours, and...

Education

Stories & Stripes

World War II Veteran Sam Baker is on the Front Lines of Childhood Literacy Article by By Rebecca L. Rhoades | Photography by Danielle Muccillo Sam Baker is a storyteller at heart. And at 102 years old, the former Marine, World War II veteran, scientist, and world’s first GPS salesman has plenty of tales to tell. The Scottsdale centenarian has come a long way from the cotton farms of Clarksdale, Mississippi, where he was born in 1922. Even when he was a child, stories were an important part of...

Food + Beverage

Nudrate Energy Drinks

The Refreshing Beverages Provide a Balanced and Health-Conscious Energy Boost Article by Alison Stanton | Photography by Provided Nudrate was founded in Scottsdale in January 2023 with one key goal in mind: to design energy drinks that aren’t just loaded with caffeine but instead focus on natural ingredients, sustainability, and overall well-being. “Unlike many energy drinks on the market that are laden with artificial additives and excessive sugar, Nudrate aims to provide clean energy...