Monthly Archives: February 2017

Kid Chef from Scottsdale Crowned Winner of 2017 Healthy Cooking Contest

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PHOENIX, Feb. 23, 2017 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ — Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona (BCBSAZ) announced the grand-prize winner of the 2017 Walk On! Kids Cooking Challenge. Katie Cafferelli, age 11, from Saint John XXIII Catholic School in Scottsdale, was selected as this year’s top winner with her recipe, Totally Ave-Some. “I love to cook and eating healthy is really important because that’s how you stay healthy when you’re older and it makes you happier,” said Katie. “One of my favorite things is avocado and the rest of the ingredients are colorful and full of antioxidants.” Katie plays tennis, volleyball and basketball. She love spaghetti squash, kale, salmon and Brussel sprouts. She also started a composting program at her school. As the winner of the 2017 contest, Katie received a new bike to help her stay active and have fun while doing it. She also has the honor of creating the most nutritious, tastiest and popular side dish recipe in the whole state of Arizona. As part of its effort to inspire kids to make healthier choices, BCBSAZ invited kids ages 9-12 across the state to submit ideas for healthy side dish recipes. Recipes had to be original, include at least one fruit or vegetable and be able to be prepared in 20 minutes or less. Recipe submissions from across the state underwent a three-part scoring process. First, a nutrition specialist reviewed all the recipe submissions and chose the top five finalists based on each recipe’s level of nutrition. Then the top five finalists participated in a public event at the Talking Stick Resort Arena prior to a Phoenix Suns home game where game attendees had a chance to taste and vote for their favorite recipe. For the third part of the scoring process, videos of contestants discussing what makes their recipe so good were posted online for a public vote. The recipe that received the most points from all three scoring categories was declared the winner. “This year’s recipe submissions were full of creative combinations of healthy ingredients,” said Myrna Collins, health promotion executive, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona. “We saw a wide variety of ingredients from quinoa and black beans to sweet potatoes and parsnips. It was inspiring to see so many children in Arizona excited to make healthy foods. This is a great program and I’m happy to be part of it.” This year’s other finalists included: Kash Walter, age 12 from Wittman, Ariz., who entered his recipe for “Zucquinoa.” Kash is homeschooled. Suzette Jones, age 10 from Scottsdale, Ariz., who entered her recipe for “Tomatocado Salad.” Suzette attends North Ranch Elementary. Tovi Lieberman, age 9 from Tucson, Ariz., who entered his recipe for “Tovi’s Sweet Potato Parsnip Mash.” Tovi attends Lineweaver Elementary School. Ashlyn Campisi, age 12 from Phoenix, who entered her recipe for “Swirly Whirly Zucchini Pasta.” Ashlyn attends Christ Lutheran School. The Walk On! Kids Cooking Challenge is part of the 12th annual Walk On! Challenge, a free month-long health and fitness challenge held each year in February. With childhood obesity rates reaching epidemic proportions, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona designed this program to motivate fourth and fifth-grade students across Arizona to incorporate healthy habits into their daily routines for now and in the future. The Kids Cooking Challenge is a way to extend the Walk On! message outside the classroom. For more information about Walk On!, visit www.walkonaz.com. About Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona (BCBSAZ) is committed to helping Arizonans get healthier faster and stay healthier longer. With a focus on connecting people with the care they need, BCBSAZ offers health insurance and related services to nearly 1.5 million customers. BCBSAZ, a not-for-profit company, is an independent licensee of the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association. The company employs nearly 1,500 people in its Phoenix, Chandler, Flagstaff and Tucson offices. Through advanced clinical programs and community outreach, BCBSAZ is moving health forward. To learn more, visit azblue.com. SOURCE Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona

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The Best Hair Braiding Salon in Phoenix AZ is Now Open

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Nefertiti Hair Salon The Premier African Hair Braiding Salon is now open in the heart of the Valley.

PHOENIX, AZ (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 19, 2017 Phoenix, AZ: Nefertiti Hair Salon is excited to announce they have opened their first Hair Braiding Salon location in Glendale, directly across the Glendale Community College. The salon is located right next to the T-Mobile store, behind the Panda Express restaurant. Nefertiti Hair salon offers African Hair Braiding, Weaves and Sew In, Dreadlocks, Senegalese Twist, Cornrows, Natural Hair Styling, Cut and Color. Nefertiti Hair Salon designed the 1,000 square foot to be customer friendly and to provide certain privacies to each customer by having each booth separated by a five feet wall. With 10 chairs and 2 shampoo bowls, the salon can accommodate a lot of customers without being crowded. “We can’t wait for everybody to come enjoy our vision, to experience why we built the best hair braiding salon”, said Lili the Owner of Nefertiti Hair Salon.” She added “Our main objective was to create a salon for professionals where they can get their hair done and be treated like the queens and kings they are.” Lili has spent years planning the details of the salon. After 8 years of experience in the industry, she studied what the customers need the most and sought to satisfy that need. Hence, she created a hair braiding salon to always deliver quality work with exceptional customer service. Additionally, she made sure her prices are competitive; she believes you don’t have to break a bank to look fabulous. She chose a location that was central to the valley and that rapidly accessible from each side of the town. She built the salon to be simple but relaxing. Lili also hired the best braiders and stylists in the valley. Her team is well versed into the current trends in the industry and is constantly improving their technics. While customers may call in to book an appointment, walk-ins are always welcome during business hours. To learn more, visit us at http://www.lilihairsalon.com, or https://www.yelp.com/biz/nefertiti-hair-salon-glendale, https://www.facebook.com/NefertitiHairSalon/

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Cheapflights.com Xếp Phoenix Trong 25 Nơi đi Du Lịch Nghỉ Xuân Spring Break 2017 Giá Cả Phù Hợp với Túi Tiền trong Hoa Kỳ

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Party On: Cheapflights.com Reveals 25 Wallet-Friendly Spring Break Escapes

Find Out Where Spring Break Airfares Are Still Low from Your Corner of the Country

BOSTON, Feb. 15, 2017 /PRNewswire/ — The countdown to Spring Break is on, but don’t worry if you haven’t figured out where you’re headed. There’s still time to book your getaway, with plenty of affordable options for folks traveling from every part of the country. Whether your idea of Spring Break involves exploring a Caribbean island, bar-hopping between sets in the live music capital of Austin, or joining spring breakers at a classic Florida beach bash, the travel experts at Cheapflights.com, the online leader in finding and publishing travel deals, have you covered. Split into five sections with the best deals for travel from each region of the country, Cheapflights’ Spring Break 2017: Where to go for airfare that’s still low highlights 25 student-friendly spots that also have wallet-friendly flight prices, even if you are booking now. For a sampling of fun and affordable spots, read on: Traveling From Northeast Savannah, Georgia – Haunted mansions (well, purportedly haunted), Instagram-worthy architecture, ultra-friendly locals and a charming, leafy Historic District make Savannah a good choice when it comes to where to spend your Spring Break time. Get your fill of sun at the nearby beaches and food and fun along the Riverwalk. Palm Springs, California – Much more than just a golfing hot spot, Palm Springs is a warm weather oasis, both literally and figuratively. The resort town boasts plenty of outdoor fun, with great hiking, as well as horseback and ATV tours. And, for indoor fun, there are plenty of chances to shop, eat and bar or casino hop your way through the laid-back, friendly city. Traveling From Southeast Nassau, Bahamas – You can easily put beach hopping at the top of your Spring Break to-do list with a quick flight to Nassau. In addition to soaking up the sun or splashing around in turquoise water, get into the island mindset at an open air bar, where you can sip daiquiris (the drinking age is 18) and enjoy incredible fresh and affordable seafood. Don’t forget to make time to shop the duty-free shops on Bay Street or pick up souvenirs and local handicrafts from the lively Nassau Straw Market. Ft. Walton, Florida – Sometimes you want a beach vacation with a lot of action, and sometimes you just want a stretch of warm sand to yourself for a while. Fort Walton is ideal for those who want a bit of both. Located an hour and a half from Spring Break central, Panama City Beach, Fort Walton gives you the best of the Florida sun and sand and puts you in the orbit of the full social scene. How close to the chaos you want to go is up to you… Traveling From West Vancouver, BC, Canada – Nature-lovers and outdoor enthusiasts will want to consider a trip to Vancouver for Spring Break. You can ski, hike, snowboard and mountain bike all in a few days if you want. There’s also great food, a good bar scene (available to those 19 and over), laid-back locals and a convivial vibe that makes even first-time visitors feel right at home. (The U.S.-friendly exchange rate might make it feel even better than home.) Reno, Nevada – If you’ve never thought about visiting Reno, make this Spring Break the year you do it. Probably most well known as a gambling spot, Reno is also home to many ski resorts, bars, restaurants and chances to shop until you drop. Traveling From Midwest Niagara Falls – Niagara Falls, no matter which side you’re looking at (American or Canadian), are always an epic sight. But the area is also filled with other things to see and do. If you’re feeling lucky, you can check out the Niagara Fallsview Casino, sample some wine at one of the surrounding wineries like Inniskillin, take in the views from the Skylon Tower Observation Deck, or ride the Clifton Hill SkyWheel, one of the best ways to view the Falls. Stay on the Canada side for better buying power and to take advantage of the lower drinking age. Montreal, Quebec – Get a taste of Europe without leaving North America with a Spring Break trip to Montreal. You’ll definitely want to spend some time exploring Old Montreal, browsing cute shops and cafes and feeling like you made a pit stop in Paris. Other Montreal must-dos include browsing the massive Jean-Talon Market, getting the most of your strong U.S. dollar by shopping Sainte Catherine Street (one of North America’s longest shopping arteries) and diving into a plate of poutine, washed down with a local beer, before trying your luck at the casino. Traveling From Southwest Phoenix, Arizona – While Phoenix may not be the first place you think of when you think Spring Break, it has a lot to offer last-minute travelers. Phoenix is a diverse destination, home to desert, mountains and more than 300 days of sunshine a year. Hike your way to the top of Camelback Mountain, try one of the 50 miles of trails in South Mountain Park and Preserve or catch a baseball game. The Cactus League spring training season kicks off at the end of February, with games scheduled throughout March for 15 MLB teams. Not a baseball fan? No problem. March is one of the busiest months of the year in Phoenix, with festivals and events like the Arizona Renaissance Festival, theArizona Wild West Festival and the Good Life Festival, which includes music from national and local acts, among many others. Nashville, Tennessee – If you’re into live music, Music City is, of course, an ideal destination. And with a number of honky tonks, dive bars and barbecue joints downtown within walking distance of each other, Nashville is the perfect place for an alternative spring break. If none of those options fit the bill, we have plenty more suggestions. For those in the Northeast, these include non-stop New York City, the three-pronged party zone that is Miami/Fort Lauderdale/Palm Beach, and exchange-rate-friendly Toronto, Canada. For students traveling from the Southeast, choose from sunny Puerto Rico, the beach party mecca of Daytona Beach or swinging New Orleans. Westerners have their pick of laid-back Los Angeles, hipster-centric Portland, Oregon, and Salt Lake City’s proximity to national parks and mountains. Midwesterners sick of the snow can find sunnier skies in Denver, Las Vegas and Clearwater/Tampa. Folks in the Southwest can head north to Chicago for its notable food and cocktail scene, Austin for live music bar crawls and Myrtle Beach for affordable, beachside fun. To get the full list, check out Cheapflights.com’s Spring Break 2017: Where to go for airfare that’s still low at www.cheapflights.com/news/spring-break-vacations. About Cheapflights.com, part of the Momondo Group Founded in 1996, Cheapflights is a leading global flight comparison and deals publishing platform. It is now a market leader in the UK, U.S., Canada, South Africa, Australia and New Zealand generating over $3 billion in global downstream revenue for its partners as it expands into numerous other territories. More than 120 million users visit its websites and apps each year, receiving more than two billion search results a month from across 900,000 routes. The 10 million strong opt-in subscribers to the Cheapflights newsletter receive the best deals from over 120 travel businesses – for whom it has driven more than $65 million in revenue this year. Together, the Cheapflights platforms generate enough bookings for its partners to fill a Boeing 747 every five minutes. In 2011, Cheapflights became part of the privately owned online travel search and inspiration network, Momondo Group. Follow us on: Twitter: twitter.com/cheapflights Facebook: facebook.com/cheapflights Instagram: instagram.com/cheapflights Pinterest: pinterest.com/cheapflights SOURCE Cheapflights.com Related Links http://www.cheapflights.com

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Deadline Extended: Outstanding Young Man/Young Woman of the Year

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Feb. 13, 2017 The city of Phoenix Youth and Education Office is now accepting applications for the 2017 Outstanding Young Man/Young Woman (OYMYW) of the Year awards. The OYMYW of the Year program recognizes and honors the outstanding achievements of young people, enhances the perception of youth and raises community awareness of the positive contributions of youth. This awards program is open to any students currently enrolled in high school in Phoenix or live within Phoenix city limits. Here’s how it works: One young man and one young woman will be selected as winners from each city council district and receive an award of $500. In addition, each district-level winner will be eligible for an additional $2,000 award if they are selected as the citywide winners. Students interested in applying will need to write an essay, submit a recommendation letter and proof of legal residence in the United States. Finalists will be interviewed by judges of the program including members of the Phoenix Rotary 100 and Soroptimist International of Phoenix. District award winners will be invited to a luncheon sponsored by Rotary 100 and Soroptimist International where the citywide award winners will be announced. Eligible students can apply through the online application form located at phoenix.gov/education/outstanding-young-man-woman/award-application before 5 p.m. Feb. 27, 2017. Media Contact: Alejandro Montiel, 602-534-3443 General Contact: Youth and Education Office Phone Number: 602-262-7916

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Arizona Kid Chefs Need Your Vote To Choose The Best Healthy Side Dish Of 2017

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Vote online today for the top kid chef in your community

PHOENIX, Feb. 10, 2017 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ — Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona just announced this year’s finalists for the Walk On! Kids Cooking Challenge. A local panel of experts chose the top five entries from all the entries received. Top recipes were chosen based on their inventiveness, taste, nutritional value and ease of preparation. Recipes are now going head-to-head in a public vote to determine the 2017 grand-prize winner. Residents across Arizona are encouraged to visit www.walkonaz.com and watch videos from each kid chef finalist discussing their creative process and motivation for entering this year’s contest. Voting will take place online between now and February 21, 2017. The grand-prize winner will be announced on or around February 22. The 2017 finalists include: Kash Walter, age 12 from Wittman, Ariz., who entered his recipe for “Zucquinoa.” Kash is homeschooled. Katie Cafferelli, age 11 from Scottsdale, Ariz., who entered her recipe for “Totally Ave-some.” Katie attends Saint John XXIII. Suzette Jones, age 10 from Scottsdale, Ariz., who entered her recipe for “Tomatocado Salad.” Suzette attends North Ranch Elementary. Tovi Lieberman, age 9 from Tucson, Ariz., who entered his recipe for “Tovi’s Sweet Potato Parsnip Mash.” Tovi attends Lineweaver Elementary School. Ashlyn Campisi, age 12 from Phoenix, who entered her recipe for “Swirly Whirly Zucchini Pasta.” Ashlyn attends Christ Lutheran School. Recipes were received in the month of January during a call for entries from 9-12-year-old chefs in Arizona. To be considered, recipe entries had to be a healthy hot or cold side dish, include at least one fruit and/or vegetable and be able to be prepared in 20 minutes or less. This year’s finalists had the chance to sample their dishes for 100 guests at a Phoenix Suns home game. The goal of the Walk On! Kids Cooking Challenge is to inspire healthy cooking and eating among Arizona’s children and their families. Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona understands that building healthy eating habits for our kids helps combat the alarming childhood obesity rate in Arizona. About Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona (BCBSAZ) is committed to helping Arizonans get healthier faster and stay healthier longer. With a focus on connecting people with the care they need, BCBSAZ offers health insurance and related services to nearly 1.5 million customers. BCBSAZ, a not-for-profit company, is an independent licensee of the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association. The company employs nearly 1,500 people in its Phoenix, Chandler, Flagstaff and Tucson offices. Through advanced clinical programs and community outreach, BCBSAZ is moving health forward. To learn more, visit azblue.com. SOURCE Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona Related Links http://www.azblue.com

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Lifesaving roadway safety devices, ideas and innovations on full display at the Phoenix Convention Center, February 12-14

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FREDERICKSBURG, Va., Feb. 11, 2017 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ — The American Traffic Safety Services Association’s (ATSSA) 47th Annual Convention and Traffic Expo kicks-off at the Phoenix Convention Center at noon tomorrow, and runs through 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, February 14. “Everything imaginable in roadway safety products, services and devices, including bright signs, orange drums and barrels, cones, guardrail, temporary traffic control devices, pavement marking removal vehicles, reflective worker apparel, you name it. It will all be in Phoenix this week at this event,” said ATSSA’s Director of Communications James Baron. “This is North America’s largest trade show for roadway safety products and services.” Over 3,000 roadway safety professionals from the U.S. and abroad will attend this event. ATSSA members manufacture and install the various roadway safety devices that motorists drive by every day. These products include bright, reflective signs and roadway striping, crash cushions, reflective garments and work zone safety equipment. Legendary national news correspondent Forrest Sawyer will open the event as host of the association’s opening general session tomorrow, beginning at 9:30 a.m. at the convention center. Following that event, a ribbon cutting will occur at noon to mark the official start of the convention. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s most recent roadway fatality statistics, 35,092 people died in crashes on America’s roadways in 2015. In addition, 700 fatalities occurred in roadway work zones. Of those work zone fatalities, roughly 75 percent were motorists, and not the workers themselves. Locally, these latest federal statistics also reveal 883 motorists were killed on Arizona’s roadways in 2015, and 10 fatalities occurred in Arizona work zones. ATSSA member products play a significant role in helping to reduce roadway crashes and fatalities through technology, research and new innovations. ATSSA members are committed to reducing the number of injuries and fatalities on roadways and work zones through the implementation of their lifesaving products. ATSSA’s core purpose is to advance roadway safety. ATSSA represents the roadway safety industry with effective legislative advocacy and a far-reaching member partnership. The association also leads the nation in work zone safety training and education for roadway workers across the country. Media can gain access to the event during exhibit hours to view products and services, and may interview roadway safety experts, by calling James Baron at 540-847-2800. A full schedule of events is available at www.expo.atssa.com. SOURCE American Traffic Safety Services Association (ATSSA) Related Links http://www.atssa.com

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Phoenix Sister Cities Teach Abroad Application Deadline Approaching

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Feb. 8, 2017 The application deadline for the Phoenix Sister Cities Teach Abroad Program is Friday, Feb. 10. Adults 21 and older, currently residing in the greater Phoenix area, with a four-year degree are invited to apply to serve as Assistant Language Teachers in Himeji, Japan for the 2017-2018 academic year. A sense of adventure is required, familiarity with the Japanese language is not. This is a unique international employment opportunity, which welcomes applicants from all college majors. Individuals who are Native English speakers or have equivalent fluency, with or without teaching experience who enjoy a structured school environment are encouraged to apply. All participants will be recognized as an employee of the Himeji Board of Education and receive a monthly salary, a newly-built, city-owned, western-styled apartment offered in both single and family sizes (prices vary), health insurance provided by the Himeji Board of Education including National Health, Employment, Pension and Accident Insurance. Airfare to and from Himeji, Japan is covered by the Himeji Board of Education. If you have any questions or would like further information, please contact the Youth & Education Program Manager, Bethany Bennick, at 602-534-3751 or by email at Bethany.Bennick@phoenix.gov. Media Contact: Cynthia Weaver – 602-568-8126 General Contact: Bethany Bennick Phone Number: 602-534-3751

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