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Life, Law, & Legacy

A life built on empathy, service, and lasting impact Article by Toni Ferrara | Photography by Katie Levine Photography Bobby Taghavi does not fit the cliché of the trial lawyer. There is no thunderous voice, no theatrics crafted to dominate a courtroom that you tend to see from other lawyer stereotypes. Instead, what defines the Managing Partner of Sweet James is something quieter but far more enduring: an unshakable work ethic and a belief that success is measured not only in verdicts but in...

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Walking Forward with Confidence

How Valley Coach Sharon West is Helping Teens Thrive Article by Gretchen Pahia | Photography by Sharon West The teenage years are a time of rapid change, development, and discovery. Teens are navigating friendships, independence, school pressures, and big decisions about their future, all while learning who they are. At such an important stage, confidence plays a powerful role in shaping how they approach challenges and opportunities. That’s the heart behind Walk Forward Coaching, a program...

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Where Wild Hearts Heal

How one woman’s calling turned into a sanctuary where mustangs and people heal through connection. Article by Kylie Strawn-Badger | Photography by Nichole Eckman For more than twenty years, Siarra Decomi built a career in commercial lending, finance, and real estate, fields grounded in structure and achievement. She thrived in that world, but something inside her began to stir. “I spent over 20 years in commercial lending, finance, and real estate before transitioning into business and...

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Building Hope One Home at a Time

From service to shelter, restoring dignity one home and community at a time Article by Gretchen Pahia | Photography by 1MISSION In the border towns of northern Mexico, families are working side by side with their neighbors to build more than just houses, they’re building stronger communities and brighter futures. At the heart of this movement is the valley based 1MISSION, a nonprofit organization founded by Jason and Tina Law of Peoria. The couple often traveled with their church to Mexico on...

Food + Beverage

Aloha on a Bun

Peoria’s Newest Burger Spot Delivers Tropical Flair Article by Gretchen Pahia | Photography by Seven Brothers When Seven Brothers Burgers opened its doors in Peoria this summer, it brought more than just another place to grab a burger. It delivered a taste of Hawaii’s North Shore, the spot where the brand was born, and it’s now sharing a healthy dose of aloha spirit with the community. The story of Seven Brothers stretches back to 2009, when Arthur and Peggy Hannemann, together with their...

Food + Beverage

Taste, Tunes & Togetherness

MT Barrel Tasting Room is where flavor, music, and friendship collide. Article by Kylie Strawn-Badger | Photography by MT Barrel Tasting Room When the idea of MT Barrel Tasting Room first took shape, it wasn’t in Arizona at all. It was on a trip back to Chicago, sitting at a wine bar with family and friends. Watching the owner interact with guests sparked something in Michelle Leon. “I looked at my husband, Tommy, and said, ‘We are going to own a wine bar!’” That moment of inspiration became...

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Building Community Through Food

The Creative Mind Behind Get Local Arizona Events Article by Gretchen Pahia | Photography by Sarah Tremp For nearly two decades, Momma's Organic Market has been more than a farmers’ market, it’s been the heart of the West Valley. At the center is founder Christa Esquibel, a proud local, wife, and mother of three. Her journey from motherhood to market creator came from a desire to support her family while creating space for small businesses to thrive. “Motherhood led me to entrepreneurship,”...

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Elevated Sports Bar Comes to Peoria

Four Corners Taphouse Now Open to Public Article by Gretchen Pahia | Photography by Nichole Eckman A new hot spot has recently opened in North Peoria. Westside Concepts, the same team behind neighborhood staples like Haymaker and Copper & Sage, recently opened its newest restaurant: Four Corners Taphouse.  The new restaurant aims to bring locals an elite neighborhood sports bar and taphouse experience. Located at 24762 N. Lake Pleasant Parkway, the new space is anything but a simple place to...

Home + Design

Autumn Home Refresh

Seasonal styling tips to create a cozy, welcoming space with NEST Home & Co. expertise. Article by Gretchen Pahia | Photography by Chaz Romero Photography As the temperatures drop and the scent of pumpkin spice fills the air, fall offers the perfect opportunity to refresh your home and invite in the cozy warmth of the season. For Travy Williams, co-owner of NEST Home & Co., fall décor and decorating is more than simply scattering some leaves around, it's about creating a cozy, inviting space...

Style + Beauty

Chic Meets Community Gifting

Check Out What's Trending This Fall at 85 Local Article by Gretchen Pahia | Photography by Chaz Romero Photography Tucked away in the corner of a smaller shopping center in North Peoria, 85 Local is forcing people to take a closer look at shopping small and local. With a well-curated collection of women's clothing, handcrafted gifts, home decor, and locally produced edibles, this boutique has convenience, creativity, and neighborhood all wrapped up in one stop. The name itself, 85 Local, is...