The Heat Beat: The music of Phoenix Radio and beyond: Honoring the importance of...
by Jess Szabo;, Arts Writer
Music is a great blessing to all, but it may be especially important for those with Cerebral Palsy. As we celebrate Cerebral Palsy Awareness Month in March this year, it...
The Heat Beat: The Music of Phoenix Radio and beyond: Five interesting notes about...
by Jess Szabo, Arts Writer
February, 2023
Many people admire and look up to favorite musicians. We are grateful for their contribution, we are impressed by their talent, and their work is the soundtrack for so...
The Heat Beat: The Music of Phoenix Radio and Beyond: Five favorite songs about...
By Jess Szabo | Arts Writer
January always marks a new beginning, beyond just marking a new year on the calendar. It is of course a time when we traditionally make resolutions and set new...
Feature: The Ins and Outs of Tutoring — Is it Right for You?
Adult students, and some parents visiting their child’s online or offline school, may see tutoring services offered through the school. Those who do not have tutoring offered through their own, or their child’s, school...
The Heat Beat: Exploring Music’s Impact on Social Justice this August
Ask anyone about the importance of music for themselves or their families and friend groups, and they will likely be able to provide an immediate answer. Most of us have a favorite genre or...
Music: Talking Music with Ray ‘Pinky’ Velazquez
By Jess Szabo | Arts Writer
Utica resident Ray “Pinky” Velazquez knows musical talent when he hears it. Velazquez began working in music in 1972, when he started DJing for the Impanema at 240 West...
Culture: Meet the Gypsy Vanner Horse
By Jess Szabo | Arts Writer
On St. Patrick’s Day, most people decorate with images of leprechauns, shamrocks, and pots of gold. But for the Irish people of Romany/Gypsy descent, perhaps the most striking image...
The Heat Beat: Exploring Latin Jazz as We Celebrate Jazz Appreciation Month this April
April is Jazz Appreciation Month. Although the month is dedicated to honoring and learning more about all forms of Jazz, each year has its own theme. For this year, the theme is “Latin Jazz and...
Feature: Exploring Various Scams and What to Do if You’re a Victim of One
By Jess Szabo | Arts Writer
Avoiding scams is important, but there are times when it is too late. Everyone has moments where we let our guard down. It was an especially hectic day at...
Feature: Scams—Don’t Let Your Guard Down
Scams and Fraud Thrive in 2022. Be Aware and Know How to Spot Them
By Jess Szabo | Arts Writer
Although the weather is still cold, March is the month we begin to think about refreshing...