Cera Hassinan is one of those people who makes others feel uncomfortable with themselves.

Dear Mikey,

The Ahwatukee Foothills Chamber of Commerce’s Red, White and Beautiful event on Thursday, May 9 will feature a fashion show, vendors and a chance to be pampered, all from local Ahwatukee businesses.

The prom is making a big comeback.

The play on the field wasn’t as important as the significance of the uniforms, but both were sharp.

Taking a page from the volleyball rivalry, the Desert Vista and Mountain Pointe softball teams are raising money for cancer research when they meet on the diamond this week.

Cavemen — they're just like us! — or so "The Croods" seems to be saying with its familiar mix of generational clashes, coming-of-age milestones and generally relatable laughs.

Harmony Korine seems to want it both ways, all day, with "Spring Breakers," his super-stylized descent into a sunbaked hell where bikini-clad, gun-toting college babes serve as our guides.

The 35th Annual Cave Creek Fiesta Days Rodeo is set for March 22-24 at Cave Creek Memorial Arena, at 24th Street and Carefree Highway, with three rodeo performances featuring top-ranking Professional Rodeo Cowboy Association (PRCA) and Women’s Professional Rodeo Association (WPRA) contestants.

I made sushi at home the other day for the first time ever. And it didn’t go that badly, surprisingly. I wouldn’t have thought so just 24 hours earlier.

The presidents of the state’s three universities came to the Capitol Tuesday hoping to salvage at least some of the funds they told the governor and lawmakers they need.

The presidents of the state's three universities came to the Capitol Tuesday hoping to salvage at least some of the funds they told the governor and lawmakers they need.

The presidents of the state's three universities came to the Capitol Tuesday hoping to salvage at least some of the funds they told the governor and lawmakers they need.

On a chilly Thursday afternoon, Desert Vista High School junior Ava Posta worked contentedly at Pomegranate Cafe in Ahwatukee Foothills, stamping pastry bags and coffee sleeves with the local cafe’s signature pink logo.

There are stores full of exquisite bedding. But fancy sheets, duvets and mattresses can sometimes fall short of our wish lists, in style, price, comfort or all three.

The biggest trend in fashion for the new year might just be that there isn’t anything especially trendy.

Marilyn Monroe. The Rolling Stones. And Bond — James Bond. What do they have in common?

When it comes to entertaining, I often find that the casual gatherings and impromptu parties outshine more elaborate affairs. I think it’s the combination of a relaxed atmosphere and last minute inspiration.

For free and festive light displays Ahwatukee Foothills residents don’t have to go too far. Many residents have decorated their homes with lights and inflatables to bring in the holiday spirit.

Bowie’s foster mom raves about how wonderful he is. He is passive with other dogs, although he does love attention so he nudges his way in to get his fair share, but he’s not rude about it. He sleeps through the night and rides very well in the car. Bowie is cuddly so anyone interested in this sweet guy must love a lap dog. He will sleep in bed with you if you let him. He loves to follow his humans around, always curious as to what they are doing, but never getting in the way. He also has what’s called a “submissive grin.” He lifts his top lips, pulls them back and a beautiful white, pearly smile appears, along with happy squinty eyes and a bright pink tongue. Bowie is looking for a home with daily walks and plenty of daily snuggle time. A canine friend or two would be fine but Bowie could live as an only child as well.

Samantha Anderson won the Talent and Most Photogenic Jr. Teen division of National American Miss state pageant last July in Scottsdale. She received $600, a $500 Barbizon Modeling Scholarship, and the opportunity to compete in NAM All-American pageant in Anaheim, Calif. The final pageant will be Nov. 25.

A desire to recycle, save money and add that personal, imaginative touch is what entices many crafty people to create what easily can be bought. This time of year, that includes crafting a lunch sack.

Dr. Janie Hydrick talked values and education while Sen. John McComish defended his record and explained plans for the future during a candidate forum at Mountain Pointe High School on Wednesday night.