Arts + Culture

Policing & Pageants

Meet Candace Kanavel—Tempe Police Officer and Miss Arizona USA Article by Michelle Glicksman | Photography by Provided Candace Kanavel, a Tempe police officer and Miss Arizona USA 2023, grew up in San Jose, California as the youngest of four, with two older sisters and a brother. Her family was very involved in sports and her parents always encouraged them to pursue their passions. At 18, she moved to Arizona to attend Arizona State University (ASU). Here’s what happened next.   You have a...

Food + Beverage

Valentine's Day Date Ideas

Wow Your Date With One of These Local Activities Article by Michelle Glicksman A Swan Boat Sure there are regular pedal boats that you can rent to take onto Tempe Town Lake. But why not up the fun with a swan boat? Glide across the lake propelled by your own foot power. Add on the date night package for a box of chocolates and floral decorations. Boats4Rent.com   Escapology You must work together to solve puzzles—from finding hidden clues to cracking codes and more—and complete...

Health + Wellness

Helping People Thrive

NEOS MedSpa Offers the Latest and Best in Skincare and Wellness Article by Michelle Glicksman “I love the industry,” says Sharlene Taylor. “I feel like I’m meant to work in this field—bringing people together and helping with not only skincare esthetics but helping people thrive and be happy in the skin they are in.” Taylor is the owner of NEOS MedSpa, a medspa that offers laser hair removal, skin treatments, photo facials, microdermabrasion facials, Dysport injections, fillers, weight loss...

Life + Culture

Caring For the Community

Serving Up Meals and Friendships in Tempe Article and Photography by Jessica Parsons With all the flare of a hometown carnival—complete with music, cotton candy, popcorn, and salsa dancing—volunteers feed those experiencing food insecurity and homelessness in the most unique and festive setting. “This is our fun table,” Volunteer Manager Samantha Buffaloe explains. “Just because you’re experiencing homelessness doesn’t mean you don’t like to have fun,” she says. “That’s why we bring music...