Name: Mike Nelson Profession: CEO and Foodie, Mr. Pickle’s Sandwich Shop Age: 60 What do you do for a living? I am the CEO of Mr. Pickle’s Sandwich Shop, a premier sandwich shop with locations across the Valley offering ...
By Sondra Barr Photo courtesy of Arizona Charter Academy In the halls of Arizona Charter Academy (ACA) in Surprise, a new wave of leadership is taking root. This school year marks the inaugural formation of the ACA Student Council, a ...
At the beginning of each school day, kids flock to Mrs. Houseman’s room. And why wouldn’t they? That’s where the robots are! For fifth grader William Macdonald, the chance to get hands-on with technology is one of the best parts ...
By Naya Seth Photos courtesy of Allie Koss Allie Koss, a high school junior and teen entrepreneur, founded a business called Happy's Horse Treats. Named after her horse, Happy, who she got when she was 14, Allie started this business ...
My 9-year-old brother Zaza recently got to hang with the Arizona Coyotes and watch them practice at the Ice Den. So, this month, Zaza is reporting all about his awesome NHL experience. Hi! I’m Zaza, and I love sports. It ...
Avery’s Pick “NIMONA” AUTHOR: N.D. Stevenson GENRE: Middle-Grade Graphic Novel AGES: 10+ RATING: 5 stars SYNOPSIS: Nimona is an impulsive young shapeshifter with a knack for villainy. Lord Ballister Blackheart is a villain with a vendetta. As sidekick and ...
Perfect Protagonists By Lexis of Maricopa County Library District Megan McDonald’s “Judy Moody” book series is known for its real-kid relatability and is a perfect read for young readers who are navigating the ups and downs of growing up. If ...
The nonprofit organization The Be Kind People Project encourages K-8 students to enter the Annual BE KIND Make A Difference National Essay Contest about how they can impact their community. This year’s prompt will highlight 10 skills of kindness from ...
The Camp Patrick Touch a Truck event is Saturday, Feb. 3, 2024 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. This family fun event benefits Camp Patrick, a free summer camp for kids with Spina Bifida You can buy your tickets online ...
New Year, Fun & Healthy Eats! By Gretchen Pahia The new year is here and even though families might be dining in more, there's always that exciting day out where you and your little ones might crave a yummy bite ...