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Valley NewsSharpe to the Point: Kiss the Cook?

Jim SharpeFebruary 20, 2020

Opinion columnist Jim Sharpe chronicles the tumult currently surrounding state lawmaker David Cook.

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Valley NewsCyber Status

Lisa Van LooFebruary 20, 2020

Valley social media mavens shed light on the perks and pitfalls of online influence.

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Valley NewsArizona Thunbergs

Taylor TranstrumFebruary 20, 2020

Where climate change activism is concerned, Sweden doesn’t have a monopoly on motivated Gen Zers.

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FeaturesValley NewsCast Away

Stephen LemonsFebruary 20, 2020

Jeff Flake sacrificed his political career to defy the GOP and President Donald Trump. So why is this man smiling?

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From Our PartnersPeopleValley NewsBD: The Future of Kidney Disease Care

Carly SchollJanuary 29, 2020

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HistoryThe Best Little Hitchin’ Post in Arizona

Douglas TowneJanuary 23, 2020

The Grand Canyon State’s marriage laws once made Yuma a popular round-the-clock wedding destination for California couples.

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Valley NewsWho’s the Boss?

Jimmy MagahernJanuary 23, 2020

When Arizona’s cities attempt progressive legislation, conservative state lawmakers often step in.

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Valley NewsLost in Juvie

Amy SilvermanJanuary 23, 2020

Evaluating the grim scene at Arizona’s lone remaining lockup facility for juvenile offenders.

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Valley NewsLand Zo: Testing the Tipsy Waters

Cody FitzpatrickJanuary 23, 2020

Desert Ridge Marketplace now allows shoppers to stroll with booze. Will more plazas follow?

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Valley NewsSharpe to the Point: Sobering Thought

Jim SharpeJanuary 23, 2020

Opinion columnist Jim Sharpe discusses his sobriety journey.

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Valley NewsCooking Out of Bounds

M.V. MoorheadJanuary 23, 2020

No restaurant, no problem for these guerilla chefs.

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Valley NewsSurprisingly Local

Leah LeMoineJanuary 23, 2020

These hometown heroes frequently surprise Valley dwellers with their localist cred.

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FeaturesValley NewsBlack and Blue

Jimmy MagahernJanuary 22, 2020

A doll stolen by a 4-year-old black girl sparked a year of intense introspection for Phoenix law enforcement – and a string of lawsuits led by two of the oddest political bedfellows the city has ever seen.

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FeaturesValley NewsThere Will Be Festivals

Niki D'AndreaJanuary 22, 2020

Get into a festival mindset early with this curated menu of high-season outdoor fun in Greater Phoenix.

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History100 Years of Encores

Douglas TowneDecember 26, 2019

The Phoenix Theatre Company celebrates its 100th anniversary as Arizona’s oldest arts organization with an enticing 2020 program.

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Charles Lohrmann

As managing editor and associate publisher of Texas Parks and Wildlife magazine, Charles Lohrmann experienced astounding natural wonders, from canoeing in Deep East Texas to trekking into the remote canyonlands west of Del Rio to view Archaic rock art. From TPWD, Lohrmann moved to Texas Highways, the award-winning Official Travel Magazine of Texas, where he was editor and publisher, and directed coverage of destinations in every corner of Texas. As editor of Texas Co-op Power magazine, he guided content development — including travel, history and culture — for the largest circulation publication in the state of Texas, reaching more than 3.5 million readers. Now residing in Santa Fe, N.M., Lohrmann has also traveled throughout Arizona many times, in particular to the Hopi and Navaho tribal lands, as well as to the Tohono O’odham nation.

Jenna Watters

Jenna Watters was born and raised in Sedona, Arizona, which is where her love of music began. She started singing in church as a young girl, joined a traveling choir that toured all over Arizona, and even helped teach the choir her senior year at Sedona Red Rock High School. In 2005, she graduated high school and spent a couple years at Arizona State University before she decided to travel around Europe, and it was during her travels that she decided that a career in music was calling her name. She linked up with her friend, Daniel Watters and they began writing songs via e-mail and would meet up during holiday breaks back home to Sedona to play small coffee shop shows for their friends and family. Fast forward to 15 years later; Jenna now lives in Austin with her husband Daniel and their son Johnny and has achieved her dream of becoming a full time musician with their band, The Watters. She also sings in various other side projects in town and teaches yoga on the side. Both Jenna and Daniel’s families still live in Arizona and they often travel back home for holidays and shows.

Jennifer Baluch

Jenn is a celebrated food influencer and a stand out in Arizona’s culinary scene. Honored as Best Food Influencer and recognized for her TikTok and Instagram accounts by PHOENIX magazine’s Best of the Valley, Jenn has become a trusted voice for food lovers across the state.

Her journey began during the challenging days of the Covid-19 pandemic, when she started spotlighting local restaurants to support struggling businesses.

Since then, Jenn has earned a reputation for her expertise in authentic Mexican cuisine, her passion for mom-and-pop eateries, and her love of dive bars and hidden gems.

Her genuine love for food shines through in her videos, where her expressions while tasting each dish say it all-no words needed.

Known for her honest yet thoughtful reviews, Jenn has built a loyal audience that appreciates her down-to-earth personality and approachability.

When she’s not discovering Arizona’s best bites, you might find her snapping selfies with fans or sharing her latest food finds.

Brian Goddard

Brian Goddard is a Scottsdale/Phoenix based Photographer, Videographer and Designer with a focus on Architecture, Food, Travel, Adventure, Garden and Lifestyle Content Creation.

Brian began his career as a Graphic Designer, Art Director and Photographer for Organic Gardening magazine and Organic Style magazine at Rodale, in Pennsylvania, Disney Adventures magazine in New York City, before relocating to Arizona to Design and Art Direct Phoenix Home & Garden magazine and PHOENIX magazine.

Brian has a lifelong interest in Adventure, Culture, Travel, Cuisine, Plants and Lifestyle, which makes Arizona a perfect place to Live, Work and Play.