Finance + Legal Services

Ways To Save

Tips and resources to help you save more. Article by Florence Daniels Things start to add up, and in this economy every penny needs to stretch that much farther. Here are just a few ways to help you be kinder to your wallet. Get A Library Card. Did you know the library not only is a place to borrow books and movies but there are free art culture passes to many nearby attractions and parks around the valley. There are also free workshops, kids activities, internet and tutoring resources...

March 2024

Education

Dollars and Sense

Chance Howard has some ideas on how to teach your kids financial literacy. Article by Florence Daniels | Photography by Kaeden Peterson Our children are so important to us, and we invest both of our time and our money in them. Yet, how do our kids see themselves in relation to the bank of mom and dad, and how do we make sure they don't assume it grows on trees? Mortgage broker and owner of Howard Funding LLC , Chance Howard, is the father of two with ten years of experience in finance, and...

March 2024

Entertainment

Spending Family Time

Pecan Lake Entertainment is the perfect place for family fun. Article by Florence Daniels | Photography by Kaeden Peterson Queen Creek has been known for 'agritainment' attractions, yet the recent addition of Pecan Lake Entertainment has brought another place for family fun that is unlike anything else in the East Valley. Owners, Audra and Tim Campbell and Jason and Tiffany Check, wanted to give the residents of Queen Creek something unique for all ages. Brother in laws, Tim and Jason, both...

March 2024

Life + Culture

Queen Creek's Future Parks

Queen Creek invests in an exciting parks system that residents will love. Article by Florence Daniels The future of Queen Creek's parks system is just getting started. If you have lived here for a few years you may be familiar with Mansel Carter Oasis Park and Founders' Park, among others. Deputy Director of Community Services, Adam Robinson, says that the growth of Queen Creek requires the parks and trails to grow with it too. Therefore, exciting new projects are just on the horizon. ...

March 2024

Food + Beverage

Blueberry Balsamic Lemon Ricotta Bruschetta

Try your hand at this light and bright Spring appetizer. Article by Florence Daniels | Photography by Queen Creek Olive Mill As the desert warms up this Spring and fruits are back in season, so is eating outside. The Queen Creek Olive Mill has the perfect appetizer or addition to your table with a delicious marriage of flavors in blueberry and lemon. The Italian bruschetta is a versatile dish and a real crowd pleaser. In this version, the Olive Mill puts together a light lemon infused ricotta...

March 2024

Home + Design

The Bee's Knees

Make beeswax candles at home in a few simple steps. Article by Florence Daniels | Photography by Kaeden Peterson Candles bring light and atmosphere to any space. Heidi Koch, owner of CHLL Home Creations , specializes in the art of hand-poured, 100% Pure USA Beeswax candles. Each of her candles is not only about aromas and charm, but of the purity and quality of every ingredient. Beeswax candles actually clean the air inside your home by emitting negative ions that bind to toxins and removing...

February 2024

Home + Design

Warming Up

Tri Pointe Homes shows us the home design trends for 2024. Article by Florence Daniels | Photography by Dustin Revella Warm Tones In a reversal of the recent trend toward cooler shades of white and gray, warmer tones are now coming back to take center stage. Warm woods and light warm paint colors combine to complement each other and create a soft and cozy vibe for your home. Mixed Metals If you’re brave enough to commit to a mismatched look, mixed metals are a great way to create an...

February 2024

Home + Design

Poolside Style

American Backyards designs the pool of your dreams. Article by Florence Daniels | Photography by Kaeden Peterson The sun glinting on the water, the sound of a trickling fountain, the promise of relief from the Arizona desert heat, who doesn't want a pool in their backyard? American Backyards has been delivering a private oasis for their customers in the East Valley since 2008. This local, family run operation builds an affordable, beautiful pool of your own in approximately 40 working days...

February 2024

Food + Beverage

Healthy Pipes

The Plumber gives their top tips for working pipes. Article by Florence Daniels | Photography by The Plumber Pipes are the unseen heroes hidden within our walls, allowing us to enjoy a clean and dry home. Keep your pipes flowing with these helpful tips from The Plumber . Never pour grease or oil down the drain.  Always use a strainer in your kitchen sink. Over time, grease and oil build up in your drains making it harder for water to flow properly. Watch what you flush! If you start...

February 2024

Life + Culture

She's A Local Lady

Hailey Reidhead, host of 'She's A Lady' Podcast Article by Florence Daniels | Photography by Kaeden Peterson Hailey Reidhead wants to hear from other women. She says she has always been interested in the stories of everyday women. She began as a hairstylist, chatting with customers as she did their hair. For the past year, she has interviews women for her podcast called, She's A Ladyed Hailey has spoken to women from both Queen Creek and Gilbert, and some further afield, but she keeps it...

January 2024