Turquoise is a beautiful blue to gray mineral consisting of copper aluminum phosphate. The copper gives the mineral its blue coloring, while iron gives it a greenish color. If the mineral contains zinc, a yellowish hue is produced.
In reflection of what has come and gone in this past year, I find myself remembering many life stories shared by friends. Some stories were full of anxiety, fear, and sadness, yet others were full of love, hope, and courage.
As always, all of our multi-talented writers and staff have done an outstanding job in portraying what’s going on today in our glorious city and beyond.
STACI ALAYVILLACHIC COMPASS CONNECTION PODCASTHosted by Jamie Hosmer [...]
Check out the conversation I had with John Parenti, a Southern California based record producer, composer and arranger. From his beginnings as a drummer, to him having a HUGE hit in the Contemporary Christian Music market, and to when he recorded Kelly Ripa for an A & P commercial, John is incredibly passionate about every piece of music he creates.
There is a positive trajectory and a brighter future for Las Vegas with pent-up demand for conferences and meetings in person. Las Vegas is a leading indicator in our economy, and this will move us forward.
I was honored to interview Michael Peterson, a bonafide country music star and gifted singer songwriter!
If 2020 has taught us anything, it’s that we all had to get through a global pandemic with no end in sight. Everyone is different and finding coping mechanisms to manage our way through quarantine-to-new normal was—and still is—an ongoing, personal challenge. For Wally Hawkins, a professional photographer (and full disclosure: long-time friend!), taking pictures has always been a Zen experience; a way to avoid distraction; and a method to clear his mind.
THOMAS BURGER CHIC COMPASS CONNECTION PODCAST Hosted by [...]
One in 5 girls is sexually abused before the age of 18—a staggering statistic. That’s why Tyler created the nonprofit Janie’s Fund in partnership with Youth Villages 5 years ago to bring much-needed awareness to this issue, and to raise funds for effective support services to help girls overcome the pain of abuse.
