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Feb 2026 9

7 places to see and smell wildflowers near Phoenix

By Jill Schildhouse | THINGS TO DO, COMMUNITY, Jill Schildhouse

Here are seven places where you can see and smell wildflowers in and around Phoenix this spring.

Jan 2026 21

The 3 ski resorts of Arizona, ranked

By Trinity Murchie | THINGS TO DO, EVERGREEN, Trinity Murchie

The first weeks of January welcomed a fresh blanket of snow in higher elevation areas. Here are three ski resorts in Arizona, ranked, to enjoy the snowy slopes.

The first weeks of January welcomed a fresh blanket of snow in the higher elevation areas.

Dec 2025 1

7 low- & zero-waste shops in the Valley for sustainable holiday gifts

By Maura Derr | LOCAL BUSINESS, COMMUNITY, Maura Derr

Explore simple, sustainable ways to reduce holiday waste and find eco-friendly, zero-waste gift options around Phoenix.

The holiday season is full of celebration, traditions, loved ones, and gift-giving, but it’s also a time that significantly strains the environment.

Nov 2025 10

Easy to challenging, these are the 10 best hikes in Sedona

By USA Today Network via Reuters Connect | THINGS TO DO, COMMUNITY, USA Today Network via Reuters Connect

Fall and winter are perfect seasons for kicking up some red dirt. Here are 10 of the very best Sedona trails to get you started.

a hiker posing on top of Devil's Bridge in Sedona

Oct 2025 14

11 famous faces who flock to Arizona

By Maura Derr | LOCAL CULTURE, EVERGREEN, Maura Derr

These 11 celebrities love Arizona for its sunshine, privacy, luxury resorts, desert beauty, and endless inspiration.

It’s no surprise that among the many visitors each year, a number of them are celebrities.

Jul 2025 22

13 hidden-gem campgrounds in Arizona where you can always find a spot

By Trinity Murchie | LOCAL CULTURE, EVERGREEN, Trinity Murchie

Arizona campgrounds are much more than dry, desert dust bowls. There are many hidden gems that offer water play, pretty rocks, beautiful hikes, and more.