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Dads We Adore: Jim Lyon of Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty

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In honor of Father's Day this weekend, AZFoothills.com shares one of our favorite Valley dads each day leading up to the holiday. Today, meet Jim Lyon, chairman of Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty, and learn about his dreamy ideal day with his family of four.

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Fueling Forever Families in Support of National Foster Care Month

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Local businesses are stepping up to show support for organizations in need.

There are more 17,000-plus children in the care of the Arizona Department of Child Safety. The high number of children searching for their forever home is astounding and the drive to have reliable foster families is a constant ongoing battle.

May is National Foster Care Month, a time set aside to celebrate and honor those who have opened their homes and hearts to children in need and also for those dedicated to serving the country’s foster youth. We are blessed to have an amazing program here in the Grand Canyon...

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What to get PaPa and Grandma: Gifts that Keep on Giving

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Seniors are a hard bunch to find the perfect gift because they’ve already accumulated so much throughout the years and their interests have changed. But they’re like you and me – they like newer gadgets and spending time with one another. There are plenty of gifts to get our grandparents and older family friends that they’ll like and use.

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Earth Day: Textile Waste and How to Solve It

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Earth Day is Saturday, April 22, and it gives everyone time to reflect upon our impact on the planet. Celebrated by more than 193 countries, Earth Day is a day for people to demonstrate their support for protecting our environment.

And there is no shortage to the number of things we need to do to protect our planet. Pollution, carbon emissions, deforestation, even littering impact our planet and everyone on it.  Yes, even that gum wrapper you threw out your car window counts. In this day and age, we live in such a “disposable society.”  When it comes to fashion, top designers and...

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Q & A: Larry Fitzgerald on the Double Play Celebrity Softball Game

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The 7th Annual Larry Fitzgerald Double Play Celebrity Softball Game comes to Salt River Fields on Saturday, April 22, at 6 p.m. Arizona Cardinals wide receiver, founder of the First Down Fund and all-around beloved local, Larry Fitzgerald, discusses his passion for children's programs and what first-time game-goers can expect. 

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