QVC Observes Largest CHRISTMAS IN JULY Event in 24-Year History

Leading multimedia retailer QVC observed its largest CHRISTMAS IN JULY® event in the company's 24-year history, with more than $46.5 million in orders â representing a 14 percent increase over prior year CHRISTMAS IN JULY results.

Scottsdale Old Town merchants make the best of hot summer

Business owners have two more months to hang on. Then the tourists, pedestrians will return.

Residents turn their passions into careers

An oil and gas executive. A mortgage consultant. A mom trying to help her daughter.

Remembering Jean: Fried squash flowers

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