Entries by Angela Baker

Lauren Sánchez, Katy Perry, and Gayle King Lead Blue Origin’s Historic All-Female Flight

This spring, Blue Origin’s New Shepard rocket will launch from West Texas carrying an all-female crew led by Lauren Sánchez, alongside Katy Perry, Gayle King, Amanda Nguyen, Kerianne Flynn, and Aisha Bowe, marking the first all-women spaceflight since 1963. The historic 10-minute suborbital journey past the Kármán line, announced on February 27, 2025, reflects the Southwest’s legacy of bold exploration, inspiring communities across the region and beyond.

The 1031 Exchange Boom: Real Estate Swaps in Arizona

In Arizona’s sizzling real estate market, the 1031 exchange is fueling a boom as investors swap properties from Phoenix rentals to Sedona retreats, deferring taxes while riding waves of growth driven by TSMC and luxury demand. Discover The Phoenix Region Magazine explores how this tax-savvy strategy is reshaping wealth-building in the Southwest, offering insights for locals and newcomers alike.