Brenna Ruppert

Tempe native Brennan O'Mara is passionate about two things: music and art. The 27-year-old ASU fine arts graduate and drummer incorporates elements of both in his daily wares. What are you wearing right now? The weather is great right now, so I am wearing some frayed, purple corduroy shorts. A...

As warmer temperatures inch their way up in the Valley, thousands will gather to watch the pre-season quarrels of great American pastime. The carefree days of spring training hit Arizona's stage again, bringing in 15 major-league teams from around the nation. Limited to two destinations nationwide, Arizona (Cactus League) and...

For centuries, countless productions of Giuseppe Verdi's opera Il Trovatore have been staged around the world. After a 20-year absence from the Arizona stage, the classic love tale will re-invent itself March 1, 2, and 3 at Phoenix Symphony Hall using state-of-the-art, high-tech stage equipment. Dating back to the early...

Kelley Roach is motivated by creativity. Following her interior-decorating dreams, the 25-year-old spends the nine-to-five shift at Jaime Herzlinger Interiors in Arcadia, a safe haven where she can use her talent for domestic touch. When Roach isn't transforming homes, you can catch her (and her trendy threads) at shops and...

Every February, thousands venture to Arizona's pocket-size borough, Fountain Hills, for its signature Great Fair. This three-day festival (February 22, 23 and 24) has earned an impeccable reputation over the last quarter century by providing numerous entertaining events. See also: - Third Friday, Body Art Expo, and Arizona Strong Beer...