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We continue our spotlight on Arizona nonprofits with Ability360’s president and CEO Christopher Rodriguez to learn more about the important programs his organization provides to people with disabilities. Can you tell us about Ability360’s mission? Ability360 is a nonprofit organization that offers and promotes programs designed to empower people with disabilities to take personal responsibility so that they may achieve or continue independent lifestyles within the community. We are one of five Centers for Independent...

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Now that summer is officially here, it’s time to break out the salad recipes. At Thompson 105, a new North Scottsdale restaurant, executive chef Bob Reardon makes a refreshing citrus salad and has shared his recipe with us. “I love the brightness of the vinaigrette – the sweet profile balances well against the peppery arugula,” he says. “It’s a great way to showcase the amazing citrus Arizona produces.” Thompson 105 Citrus Salad Prickly Pear Dressing...

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For more than a decade, Margaret Taylor has been volunteering at A New Leaf, a Valley nonprofit devoted to helping families, children and adults overcome challenges from homelessness to domestic violence to mental health issues. Taylor’s work centers around scheduling meals at East Valley Men’s Center, a homeless shelter in Mesa that houses about 110 men each night. Recently, Taylor hit a milestone in her volunteer work: Scheduling 1 million meals for the center. Here’s...

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Opening Bourbon & Bones Scottsdale-based Square One Concepts has opened a third location of its upscale steakhouse at 83 Marketplace with striking views of Sunrise Mountain Preserve. 24985 N. 83rd Ave., Peoria, bourbonandbones.com Brunch Problems As the name suggests, you’ll find brunch fare here that includes strawberry waffles, fish and grits and bacon and eggs. If you’re feeling splurgy, order up a chicken fried lobster tail. 2603 N. Central Ave., Phoenix, 602-248-3864 Chickii A new...