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Miriam Cronkhite

miriamcronkhite@yahoo.com

B.A. from Arizona State University: the Walter Cronkite School of Journalism

current position: Assistant Editor True West Magazine

previous publications:

The Unknown Drinker The Hot Spot Journal The Scottsdale Times + more bio information

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Personal Finance > Managing Credit Improving your credit report: 1 of 10

Know your credit score: Improve your rating Credit abuse is an American past-time that reflects the general lack of interest in working toward a good personal credit score, this can result in interest rates that are so high, that consumers can barely afford to pay the monthly interest. However, steps can be taken to increase...
Food & Drink > Dining Etiquette Tipping guidelines for service employees: 1 of 6

Give Thanks for Gratuity Some over-tip, some under-tip, but gratuity is really a gift for service. This means a tip is not mandatory. A lot of people in the service industry act as if tipping should be an automated response, regardless of the level of service. This is very frustrating for customers who generally tip well. "C...
Computers & Technology > Computer Maintenance Useful tips for keeping your PC clean: 5 of 15

E-Viruses, Digital Worms, and Virtual Firewalls Worms. Trojans. Spyware. Firewalls. Spam. Viruses. These electronic diseases invade homes, businesses and institutions daily. Comprehending this high-tech terminology is vital to the health of one's computer and necessary to insure secure communication over the Internet. Proper...
Arts & Humanities > Artists & Artwork Artist profile: Steve Long: 1 of 2

Long Strokes: Profile of an Artist The roots run deep and dark along most of the canvas, the beautiful buds barely peeking out toward the top third of the painting from beneath the depths, mirroring this artist. There is a lot more to Steve Long than his innocent good looks reveal. Long, 41, of Chandler, was inspired by art ...
Local Guides > Phoenix Safe driving tips for urban gridlock: Phoenix, Arizona: 1 of 1

Driving in the region of Phoenix requires skill, attentiveness and patience. Rush-hour gridlocks can last for hours as the growing population forces its way on the overcrowded freeways, further irritated by constant road construction. Frustrated drivers commute, students scramble for parking, hastiness causes accidents, cars...
Entertainment > Music Reviews (Other) Music on the Internet: Commercial-Free Radio's station 103.1 fm: 1 of 1

Free, Commercial-Free Radio KCDX rocks the airwaves without commentary or advertising, without playlists or prejudice. Tucson, Ariz. native Ted Tucker owns KCDX outside of Florence and KFMR in Sun City West. On the fm station 103.1 Tucker and his son play random selections from a personal collection. Veteran musician Billy C...
Entertainment > Concert Reviews Concert reviews: Madonna's Drowned World Tour (Sept 2001): 1 of 1

Madonna: Drowned World Tour September 13, 2001 I'm in a Trance A united crowd chants USA and the sight of the American flag is everywhere, decorating various body parts. Patriotism hovered over the arena as anticipation sparked the stage to life. People became fearful, of missing the grand revealing, after the lights dropped...
Entertainment > Concert Reviews Concert reviews: Prince at the Glendale arena, Arizona: 1 of 1

Prince: The Musicology Tour Baby You're a StarA Biased Review Prince earned his royal title Wednesday, March 31st, at the Glendale arena. The late start did nothing but promote beer sales outside the gate. People of all ages and ethnicities, attired in tuxes to tank tops, were willing to wait. Prince emerged looking and soun...
Computers & Technology > Internet Security & Safety (Other) Investigating the safety of paying through the Internet: 4 of 6

Consumer Tips: Sit-n-Shop Tis the season of giving, but it is also a vulnerable time for stressed, pressured, and rushed shoppers. To combat time and travel obstacles, many have opted to shop on-line. As a smart consumer, be aware of Internet security, legal terms of the transaction, return policies, warrantees and informati...
Entertainment > Musicians & Bands Concert ticket buyer's guide: 2 of 3

Top Ticket Tips After six months of anticipation, you are there, the show of a lifetime! But as the usher directs points up to your seats, you realize that the only performer you are going to see is on the big screen, not the stage. However, there are ways to be one of the lucky audience members in the first thirty rows. Kno...