How the West Was Won… By Waitresses

This isn't quite about a Phoenix area family or history, but AZ's unique history. 



I've been enamored by the idea of the Harvey Girls for quite a while- there's something romantic about being a smart young woman venturing off into the unknown wild west to grow as a person...and for some to find a husband!

It's just a fun article from the Smithsonian that I thought some of you might enjoy!

http://blogs.smithsonianmag.com/food/2013/07/how-the-west-was-won-by-waitresses/?utm_source=smithsonianhistandarch&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=201307-hist

2nd Century Initiative

John Driggs, former mayor of Phoenix, has thrown his name and influence behind a new bill that will protect several areas in the Phoenix area including a new proposal for The Castle and parts of Papago Park.

http://www.trivalleycentral.com/florence_reminder_blade_tribune/news/state-should-begin-its-nd-century-by-preserving-series-of/article_f9c68a4a-e36b-11e2-936a-001a4bcf887a.html

Sounds like some great new designations for some local landmarks!