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2026 Faces of PhoenixThe Face of Exemplary Plumbing Services

From Our PartnersJune 30, 2026

Our mission is to be the plumbing company you can trust to provide a higher level of service.

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2026 Faces of PhoenixThe Face of Ophthalmology

From Our PartnersJune 30, 2026

Dr. Jay Arora is a highly skilled refractive LASIK eye surgeon and comprehensive ophthalmologist, specializing in advanced refractive LASIK and PRK procedures and cataract surgical techniques.

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2026 Faces of PhoenixThe Face of Luxury Real Estate Committed to Excellence

From Our PartnersJune 30, 2026

For decades, Private Client Group has defined luxury real estate through a commitment to excellence, innovation, and meaningful relationships.

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2026 Faces of PhoenixThe Face of Cosmetic and Explant Surgery

From Our PartnersJune 30, 2026

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2026 Faces of PhoenixThe Faces of Cancer Care

From Our PartnersJune 30, 2026

City of Hope Phoenix is a comprehensive cancer treatment hospital located in Goodyear, Arizona with outpatient care centers throughout the valley and now in Prescott.

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2026 Faces of PhoenixThe Faces of Community Action

From Our PartnersJune 30, 2026

Several employees from the company played a crucial role in saving a girl who was the subject of a recent Amber Alert.

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IssuesJuly/August Best of the Valley 2026

Editorial StaffJune 29, 2026

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CalendarThings to DoThings To Do Around the Valley This Week (June 29-July 5)

Editorial StaffJune 29, 2026

Our curated list of the top events to seek out for the coming week and weekend.

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Music5 Concerts to Check Out This Week (June 29-July 5)

Jason KeilJune 29, 2026

Every week, we present a curated list of live music in a wide range of genres around the Valley. This week, we feature a band who wants fans to wear banana suits.

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Movies & FilmFriday Flicks: Supergirl Just Wants to Have Fun

M.V. MoorheadJune 26, 2026

By the standards of big summer blockbusters, this Supergirl is relatively modest in scope, which I found agreeable.

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FeaturesFood & DrinkFood Fight!

Eric VanderwallJune 25, 2026

Chef rivalries. Disgruntled influencers. Batsh*t crazy bakers. Gentle foodie, we present five of the all-time most legendary culinary feuds in Valley dining.

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We showcase local industry leaders making an impact on the Valley of the Sun.

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CocktailsSummer Cocktail Camp at George & Gather to Showcase Flavors, Techniques and Perspectives

Asonta BenettiJune 25, 2026

A passion for clean ingredients carries into the cocktail offerings, where every drink is built with an eye on sourcing, quality and intentionality.

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Editorial StaffJune 23, 2026

Our curated list of the top events to seek out for the coming week and weekend.

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Music5 Concerts to Check Out This Week (June 22-28)

Jason KeilJune 23, 2026

Every week, we present a curated list of live music in a wide range of genres around the Valley. This week, we feature some young folks and a couple of legends in their 80s.

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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.