The heart and soul of small-town America pulses through every minute of this episode as we spotlight the remarkable ways our White Mountain communities come together for meaningful causes.
Pierre Deemers of Deemers Glass joins us to share details about the upcoming Arizona Kids Experience Rim Country Fun Run 2, happening September 13th at Tall Timbers Park in Heber. This full-day celebration combines adventure and philanthropy with a UTV poker run through the Apache Sitgreaves National Forest, a unique cornhole tournament pairing first responders and veterans with children, live music, food trucks, and carnival games. What makes this event truly special? Every dollar raised goes directly to Phoenix Children's , supporting vital healthcare for Arizona's children.
The studio fills with expertise and humor when Timber Mesa Fire Department's Chief Chevalier and Fire Marshal JD Pepper stop by. Beyond sharing essential seasonal safety tips—like property fuel mitigation and smoke alarm checks—they express profound gratitude to community members who support firefighters' efforts. Their knowledge shines during an impromptu firehouse trivia face-off, revealing fascinating historical facts about firefighting traditions, including the surprising original purpose of Dalmatians at firehouses.
We round out the hour highlighting upcoming Pinedale community events—a Navajo Taco Dinner fundraiser supporting the Heritage Building renovation and a comedy showcase featuring Phoenix comedians alongside local talent. Even our lighthearted "McFact or McFiction" game celebrating National McChicken Day carries the episode's underlying theme: whether through fundraisers, volunteer service, or simply showing up for neighbors, our mountain communities thrive because residents consistently choose connection and support over isolation.
Join our community conversations by following the Morning Brew on social media, and consider how you might participate in these upcoming events that strengthen our White Mountain bonds!
