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AZ Giving: Make March Meaningful

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 With a whole month that is dedicated to helping the lives of those who need it most, The Phoenix Children’s Hospital Foundation (PCHF) is rolling out its Make March Meaningful (MMM) campaign. Through all of March, you can visit local businesses that will donate proceeds to The Hope Fund (THF). THF was created to benefit the Phoenix...

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Family Event to Raise Funds for Wheelchair Lacrosse Team

Have what it takes to dominate everyone’s favorite lawn game? Cornhole tournaments may be all about the friendly competition, but this one’s also for a great cause: The Ability360 Sports & Fitness Center’s Scorpions Wheelchair Lacrosse team.

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Open to the public, the family-friendly, KB Kornhole-sponsored special event kicks off at 10 a.m. Saturday, March 11, 2017 (check-in for participants...

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A New Leaf: Telling Untold Stories, Jason's Story

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by Candy Thompson

Jason worked as a professional plumber for more than 20 years but found himself unemployed when Arizona’s housing market collapsed. He had never competed for employment before and wasn’t sure where to start. Jason’s meager savings dwindled over the next four years while he worked odd jobs and without adequate health insurance. He struggled to find the necessary care his wife Shawna’s multiplying health needs required. When he did, it wasn’t affordable.

Although Jason had decades of professional work experience behind him, he had absolutely no experience in navigating a competitive...

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I Flew, Now You Fly, at Scottsdale iFly

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When it comes to skydiving, you typically are gearing up with a parachute and jumping out of a plane. This might seem terrifying for those who are faint-hearted. Luckily for us both, we can get that experience indoors in an enclosed environment. Indoor skydiving is a great start if you are looking to challenge your limits and get your blood racing. The newly opened iFly in Scottsdale invited AZ Foothills to take part in this state-of-the-art wind tunnel. 

One approach I like to take in gaining new experiences is to face it head on. I like to deviate from what keeps me in my comfort zone. Things associated with heights are always a joy...

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AZ Insider: Pre-Party Workout- Hike & Brunch at Four Seasons Scottsdale

Kathy Shayna Shocket has breathtaking views on the stories that make headlines.

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 The trails and the CHEFS at the Four Seasons Scottsdale await you!

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