For a number of weeks, Arizona Republicans were extremely nervous, Democrats were furious, and the eyes of the country (sometimes even the world) were once again on Arizona, as the state Supreme Court ruled that an abortion law from all the way back in 1864 was once again the law of the land. This ruling would ensure that abortion was … Read More
AZ General Election Poll: Democrats Hold Slight Edge
With six months to go until Election Day 2024, Democrats hold a slight edge over Republicans in the State.For President, the Democratic incumbent President Joe Biden leads Republican former president Donald Trump by a slim 38.8% to 38.1% margin. Independent Robert F Kennedy Jr. has 13.5% support. 8.1% reported as being undecided. In the US Senate race, presumptive Republican nominee … Read More
The End of One Notable Old Town Scottsdale Restaurant Leads To The Beginning of The Ends
The team behind the renowned Second Story will open a new concept this spring in the iconic Kazimierz location in Old Town. The highly anticipated opening of The Ends will take place on June 1st, 2024. The Ends, a restaurant inspired by the spirit of Anthony Bourdain’s food travels, invites guests to experience a restaurant about all the things we love most in life; friends, weekends, … Read More
Paradise Valley Getting National Recognition for Being a Paradise
Paradise Valley is unquestionably a special town. A destination for the successful, defined by beautiful scenery and truly unique zoning rules…one of a kind. And while it will never (and should never) be developed and promoted as a tourist attraction, that doesn’t mean that it does not have some amazing hospitality options. The secret has gotten out, however. Travel and … Read More
Peoria and Its Leadership Again Creating Great Headlines
Peoria doesn’t typically get much coverage in this blog, although recently it’s been making more appearances as it rises up as the jewel of the west valley (you can read our coverage here). Last time we took notice it was some great new developments and more entertainment options going up there (combined with leadership’s spirit of saying Yes and being … Read More
Valley-Based Cardone Ventures Announces Hiring of Industry Veteran into Dual CFO/COO Role
Eddie Valentino joins Cardone Ventures after a 15-year career in finance, with a proven track record and successful experience in multiple disciplines Cardone Ventures, the Scottsdale-based company that teaches other companies how to 10X their business, is proud to announce a recent hiring into a dual role which will be critically important to the firm’s growth. Eddie Valentino has been named both the … Read More
Does Justin Laos Really Want to Be on the Scottsdale City Council?
This year’s Scottsdale city council race so far is a race of haves and have nots when it comes to money (read our coverage here). When candidates are overmatched from a financial perspective, it’s imperative that they stand out in other ways. Some candidates make goofy videos or take outlandish stances. In the case of candidate Justin Laos, apparently it’s … Read More
Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty Continues Community Support in Mexico
A recent trip with the Rancho Feliz Charitable Foundation to Agua Prieta, Mexico provided a weekend of community building, providing food and shelter for those in need Recently Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty and the RL Foundation, the non-profit charitable and service work branch of Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty, returned to Agua Prieta, Sonora, Mexico to continue building houses with … Read More
The Whiner of the Week: Tim Dickman of Paradise Valley
By Ronald Sampson It’s the season for candidates to have their attempts to get on the ballot fail, either as a result of ignorance, laziness, incompetence, or fate. The signature requirement deadline just came and passed, and two incumbent state legislators were amongst those that didn’t make the cut (read our coverage on that here). Most candidates offer a statement … Read More
Adam Kwasman and His Weird Views
By Alexander Lomax I appreciate fiscal conservatism and pride myself on having a watchdog eye on how our taxpayer dollars are spent. It’s our money, we should demand that it is used well. I am also pragmatic by nature, and realize that a race down to zero taxes often leads to a diminished quality of life, which is far from … Read More