Health + Wellness

Investing In Our Elders

SHIELD Promotes Health and Happiness in Aging Article and Photography by Nicole Smith If you’re a fan of Iron Man, Thor, or Captain Marvel, maybe you remember the S.H.I.E.L.D. agent who occasionally appeared and eventually got his own spin-off TV show: Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. As mere mortals, we don’t possess such superpowers, but we can utilize choice and habit to create our own shield. The SHIELD plan, developed by McCance Center Co-Director Rudolph Tanzi, is an acronym to remember how to...

March 2024

Education

Kids and Money

Financial Literacy Grows Among Our Children In Catalina Foothills Schools Article by Elena Chabolla Was the first time your middle-schooler gave you financial advice the last? Probably not if your child is a student at Orange Grove Middle School and has experienced Dawn Willman’s Deep Learning Showcase. Turns out, seventh- and eighth-graders in Willman’s social studies classes can speak with authority about budgets and personal finance. Those same students will be better prepared for the...

March 2024

Finance + Legal Services

Credit Union Fights Financial Illiteracy in Tucson

Tucson Federal Credit Union Announces Partnership with Zogo Article and Photography by Who wouldn't want to earn gift cards and other rewards while simultaneously enhancing their financial education? Tucson Federal Credit Union recently partnered with Zogo, a leading financial technology company, to bring Zogo's app to its members. The app, developed by Duke University students, guides individuals through 800+ bite-sized financial educational modules.  “Zogo’s innovative way of engaging...

March 2024

Food + Beverage

Treat Yourself To Excellence

Real Food For A Healthy Life Article by Sybil Velarde, atsybilskitchen.com Food is and has always been medicine. Eating healthy is closely linked to living a healthy life. A nutritious diet has numerous benefits, including reducing the risk of diseases, improving mood, enhancing memory, and supporting overall well-being. Healthy eating involves consuming a variety of nutrient-dense foods from all major food groups, such as lean proteins, whole grains, healthy fats, and colorful fruits and...

March 2024

Wellness

Massage Therapy

Investing In Your Higher Self Article by Sybil Velarde Having self awareness of what the body is presenting is a significant aspect and gift of massage therapy.   “The body is a sponge. It absorbs our environment, our posture, our conditions, and the big one…stress," said Carol Mikel, a massage therapist with over 10 years of experience.    Mikel brings her own “tool box” to each treatment. For each and every treatment, massage therapists bring a collection of both physical and mental...

March 2024

Fitness

Spring Into Action

A Fitness Pro's Guide to Tucson's Springtime Bliss Article by Natali Medlin Spring has arrived in Tucson, and as a local fitness professional, I'm thrilled to share why this season is a game-changer for outdoor enthusiasts in our vibrant city. Tucson's unique terrain and mild spring weather make it the ultimate playground for those seeking an active lifestyle. Whether you're into heart-pounding mountain biking, a leisurely round of golf, or the exhilaration of rock climbing, Tucson's got it...

February 2024

Food + Beverage

World Class Cooking At Home

Create These Restaurant-Worthy Recipes In Your Own Kitchen Article by Sybil Velarde Bouillabaisse -- A French Seafood Soup    6-8 servings It’s not uncommon for chefs to prepare their bouillabaisse based on the catch of the day. With that said, think of the ingredients list as a general guideline, particularly when it comes to the types of seafood required. Even if you don’t live on the French Riviera with access to beautiful Mediterranean fish, you can still put together a gorgeous...

February 2024

Arts + Culture

Dancing the Days Away

The School of Ballet Tucson Gears Up For Its 39th Annual Summer Workshop Article by Megan Ewing | Photography by School of Ballet Tucson As another school year comes to a close and school break for summer vacation ahead, The School of Ballet Tucson and its Directors, Danielle and Liang Fu, prepare for the summer workshop, a four-week-intensive course for aspiring ballet dancers to develop their skills further.  February and March mark the beginning of audition season for this highly esteemed...

February 2024

Home + Design

Making New Spaces

Build a Small Casita for Guests or Family. And Maybe Income? Photography by Unstoppable Construction Across southern Arizona, homeowners are building casitas — technically known as accessory dwelling units or ADUs — for adult children and elderly parents who want to age gracefully close to family and as short-term rentals and studios. What size casitas are most commonly built in Arizona?  Casitas are overwhelmingly used to house a member of the family or the extended family. The most...

February 2024

Real Estate

Is Your Real Estate Properly Secured?

Is It Time to Get Your House in Order Article by BJ Gibbons | Photography by David Sanders Many people generally postpone estate planning, thinking they will get to it later or believing the process is too expensive or cumbersome. For most people, their home is their largest asset, so it is essential to ensure it is titled properly so your heirs can avoid probate if something happens to you.  On average, only 1 out of 3 of us have any level of estate planning. That leaves most people...

February 2024