You might know Geoffrey Beene’s name from his men’s shirts or Grey Flannel cologne. What you may not know is that Mr. Beene — as he was known in his […]

“I should have gotten you a St. Vincent de Paul ball cap,” said Shannon Clancy, handing me a hairnet before we begin meal service in the Family Dining Room. She […]

Act One: What’s Past is Prologue Southwest Shakespeare Company has always emphasized education and making Shakespeare understandable to the masses. But since its founding in 1994, the company has transformed […]

Amanda Garmany talks family, heart health and the power of puzzles A puzzle sits on the dining room table in Amanda Garmany’s Paradise Valley home. One thousand pieces are waiting […]

Why Devin Booker is one of the NBA’s most philanthropic players Devin Booker gets it. He understands the suburbs and the city. He is of-the-minute cool but reveres the old […]

Stories from Sandra Day O’Connor’s remarkable life Sandra Day O’Connor’s life has been filled with unforgettable moments. In honor of the recent 40th anniversary of her becoming the first woman to serve […]

Rosie’s House hasn’t had its own permanent home since 2000. But that hasn’t stopped its incredible growth. Rosie Schurz believes in magic, at least when it comes to creating it. […]

Carla Vargas Jasa reflects on the difficult, critical and fun decisions that led her to lead Valley of the Sun United Way You can tell she’s well-traveled, smart and serious. […]

While navigating the COVID crisis, Mark Tarbell revised his recipe for success Since coming to the Valley, Mark Tarbell has gone from strength to strength, enjoying success as a wine expert, […]

The path back for arts and culture in the Valley winds through a 140-acre garden in Papago Park, down Phoenix’s Roosevelt Row, through venues downtown, through the Civic Center in […]