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Discover The Phoenix Region Magazine #15-4 (July 2025 - August 2025)

Mid Summer Issue (Current Issue July-August) Subscribe Free at https://discovertheregion.com/subscribe/ to Gain Access to the Entire Book Now! On The Cover: Kevin Costner 108 Pages Dear Readers, As summer peaks in the Valley, the city hums with monsoon storms, laughter on shaded patios, and the quiet beauty of museum halls. On our cover, we celebrate Scottsdale’s Museum of the West, where Kevin Costner was honored with the Western Spirit Award—highlighting a decade of preserving Western heritage. This season isn’t just about staying cool, but living smartly. “Cool Home, Hot Savings” shares tips to keep homes comfortable and energy bills down, while “Splash Safely” and “Prevent Drowning” offer must-know pool safety advice. And for pet owners, “Fur-ever Friends” helps cats and dogs live together peacefully during lively summer days. Food lovers will find plenty to savor. “Sweet Escapes with a View” reveals Phoenix’s coolest indoor dessert spots, and “Summer Happy Hours” lists the best dining deals in Old Town Scottsdale. Adventurous readers can explore “Exotic Culinary Delights,” featuring goat stew with cassava and vegan lavender ice cream. Beyond dining, we spotlight movement and conservation: “Workout Cool” showcases the inclusive Ability360 Sports & Fitness Center, while “Saving Every Drop of Water!” highlights SRP’s innovative efforts to protect our desert’s most vital resource. When the city heat lingers, “High Country Treks” invites you to cooler trails in Northern Arizona. And indoors, our “Book Reviews” recommend titles like “The Wide Wide Sea,” “Original Sin,” “Never Flinch,” and “Nightshade”—perfect reads for summer afternoons. What truly makes Phoenix summers special isn’t just how we cool off, but how we come together as neighbors, families, and explorers. We hope this issue inspires you to discover, taste, and celebrate the best of our region. Warmly, Marie Taylor Editorial Director Discover The Phoenix Region Magazine

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RICK ROME

Creative Director

https://rickrome.info

As the Creative Director at Discover The Phoenix Region

Magazine, Rick Rome channels his passion for creativity

and regional expertise to curate a compelling blend of local

insights and global perspectives, enriching the magazine’s

narrative with dynamic storytelling and engaging content.

With a vision that celebrates the essence of Phoenix and

its vibrant community, Rick leads the publication toward

highlighting the region’s finest attractions, businesses, and

lifestyle offerings.

JODIE WILSON

Founding Editor

As the Founding Editor of

Discover The Phoenix Region,

Jodie Wilson brings a great

amount of wealth of editorial

experience as well as a keen

eye for compelling stories and

must-have content, enriching

the magazine with her strong

dedication to showcasing the

vibrant essence of Phoenix

and its extremely rich & diverse

cultural tapestry.

PHOTOGRAPHERS

Karen Hamilton (cover photo), Greg Bernstein, StillFX, Allison, Anatoliy Gleb, Rudy Matchinga, La

Belle Social Media, Alice Medina, Roxanne Wessel, Sean Deckert, Aaron Rothman, Gabby Usinger,

Ermolaev Alexandr, Eric Isselée, Martin Barraud, Justin Graham, Olga Saliy, Frank Boston, Lightfield

Studios, David Tadevosian, Petar Djordjevic, Urban Cookies, Sweet Republic, Cacio Murilo, Halyna

Rom, HPB Fotos, Brent Coulter, Alan, Bash Katov, Stefano Cavoretto, Anna Subbotina, Michael Jung,

Annabel V Sclippa, Bill Timmerman, Arizona State Parks and Trails, Maricopa County Sheriffs Office,

Peter Galea, Tom Baker, Rick Rome, Jeff Shoket, Jodie Porumb Wilson, Alex Ferri, Jaime Staley, Martin

Barraud, Tony Marturano, Marc Bigelow, Ryan King, Massey/Neugent/Levine/Lowell Obs./NSF,

GaudiLab, Kantver Photography, Guillem de Balanzó, Justyna, Lightfield Studios, Petrov, Chika Milan,

Atsushi HIrau, Khosro R Kordi, The Boulders Resort, Jones Photography, Adam Rodriguez, Christine

Valenzuela, L’Auberge de Sedona, LeManna, Katrina Wallace, Ursula Page Photography, Naya Na,

Paul Briden, Levi French,

MARIE TAYLOR

Editorial Director

Marie brings a wealth of experience in publications, with

a successful track record that speaks to her expertise and

dedication. With her parents hailing from Spain, Marie has a

rich cultural background that enhances her perspective and

creativity. She holds advanced degrees in public relations

and community organizing, making her a well-rounded

and dynamic addition to our team. Marie’s passion for

storytelling and community engagement are cornerstone to

Discover The Phoenix Region Magazine.

DTPR MAGAZINE #15-4: July - August 2025

ANNABEL V SCLIPPA

Copy Editor

https://linkedin.com/in/annabelsclippa

Annabel Valerie Sclippa is a passionate

artist, writer, & marketing professional

recognized for her precision & creativity.

Born in Southern France and raised

globally, she earned a Summa Cum Laude

in English. Her extensive experience

in magazine editing, column writing,

content creation, and creative writing

showcases her expertise as DTPR’s

Copy Editor.

GREGORY E BERNSTEIN

Director Of Photography

https://worldwidedronesolutions.com

DTPR Magazine welcomes Greg

Bernstein as our new Director of

Photography. An Emmy Award

winning professional with over 30

years of experience, Greg brings

a unique vision to our team.

His expertise in documentary

and aerial cinematography will

beautifully capture the essence

of the Phoenix region’s vibrant

landscapes and stories.

Greg Bernstein

Rapelling The BMW

Headquarters Building

in Munich Germany

Creative Director

Rick Rome with

Imperial Trooper

Galaxy’s Edge