Bfive Design: A Personalized Touch to Vintage Furniture in the Heart of Gilbert

Bettina Longacre, a longtime resident of Gilbert, fulfilled her dream of establishing her business, Bfive Design, in downtown Gilbert this month.

The store offers a unique blend of curated vintage furniture with a European influence and modern flair. Longacre also provides custom upholstery services, revitalizing cherished family pieces. Beyond selling furniture, Bfive Design extends design services covering everything from sourcing furniture to styling living spaces.

Despite being three times larger than her previous Arcadia shop, Longacre is thrilled that the new Gilbert location is close to her home, marking a significant milestone. The store's name, "Bfive," holds personal significance as "B" represents Bettina, and the number 5 is significant in her family's birthdays.

Longacre, initially an educator, transitioned into interior design, and her store caters to anyone seeking design inspiration, direction, and unique furniture and accessories. Bfive Design is open on weekdays from noon to 8 p.m. and on Fridays and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.

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Beyond Motherhood: Arizona Parent Champions Paid Caregiver Program for Children with Special Needs

Tyson Coon, about to turn 9, navigates life with severe medical conditions, including epilepsy and cerebral palsy, resulting from a bout of bacterial meningitis at six months old.

His mother, Brandi Coon, advocates for the extension of a program that allows parents to be paid caregivers. Introduced during the pandemic, this initiative faces potential permanency, offering compensation for up to 40 hours a week to parents meeting specific caregiver criteria.

Brandi Coon, a beneficiary of this program, emphasizes the multifaceted role she plays in Tyson's life, blending motherhood with roles like therapist and teacher. While the proposed reduction in billable hours looms, families like the Coons stress the unique understanding parents bring to caregiving.

Campo Verde Girls' Flag Football Makes History with Dramatic 5A State Championship Win

Campo Verde girls' flag football coach Brian Coger witnessed a dramatic conclusion to the first-ever Arizona Interscholastic Association-sanctioned flag football season.

In a defensive battle, Campo Verde secured a historic 14-13 victory over Canyon View in the 5A state championship. The game's highlight came as Brian's daughter, Maddie Coger, blocked a crucial point-after touchdown, securing the Coyotes' championship win. Despite a bloody nose from the block, Maddie's unconventional save made Campo Verde the inaugural 5A state champions.

The defensive prowess of players like Myla Robertson and Serena De Rosa, coupled with the redemption from an earlier defeat to Canyon View, marked a remarkable journey for Campo Verde's flag football team.

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