Editor’s Note: Data Orbital conducted the recent polling regarding the Scottsdale mayoral race, Axon rezoning, and other local issues that we have shared on this blog In a notable recognition of its dedicated approach to data analytics and polling, Data Orbital proudly announces its ranking as the #10 pollster in the nation in FiveThirtyEight’s 2024 pollster ratings. We achieved the … Read More
Guest Editorial: Entering My Next Chapter
By Paradise Valley Mayor Jerry Bien-Willner Dear Fellow Paradise Valley Resident: With election season starting, many of you have inquired about my plans. After careful consideration and despite ample encouragement, I’ve decided not to seek re-election for a fourth term as Paradise Valley’s mayor. I would like to share with you the reasoning behind this choice. Leading our beloved community … Read More
Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty Announces The Promotion of Attorney and Broker Bret Lamberson as The Brokerage’s New Statewide Designated Broker
Lamberson has assumed the role of statewide Designated Broker, succeeding the retiring Deems Dickinson Arizona’s Leading Luxury Brokerage Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty is pleased to announce the appointment of Attorney and Broker Bret Lamberson to lead the brokerage’s most important role. Bret Lamberson will be taking on the role of statewide Designated Broker and replacing Deems Dickinson, who is retiring after 44 … Read More
Phoenix’s Water Management Dilemma: Politics, Sustainability and Resources
By Grace Chapman Within the arid landscape of Arizona, water is a necessary resource as this summer saw scorching temperatures up to 116 degrees. Therefore it is imperative that Arizona’s local and state governments understand how to navigate water resources within the state. Phoenix faces a formidable challenge of managing water resources during climate change and growing urbanization. Most of … Read More
Arizona State Senator Stepping Up for Animals
While we live in deeply divided times politically, regardless of which side of the aisle you align with nearly all of us can agree that animals deserve a certain standard of treatment. And one Arizona legislator is stepping up to the plate and helping ensure that Arizona is not a safe space for animal abusers. Moderate Republican state senator T.J. … Read More
Founder’s Day Coming Up: Who Was Winfield Scott?
While Scottsdale (and much of Arizona) isn’t necessarily prone to dwelling on the past, we do have a few points of history that are worth recognizing and honoring. One of those very events is coming up next month has turned into a point of local pride for the city, and as such is worth expounding on. Founder’s Day is coming … Read More
The 2024 Scottsdale State of the City Address: What You Should Expect
This Wednesday, Scottsdale Mayor Dave Ortega will be leading the 2024 iteration of the Scottsdale State of the City address. Like most State of the Union or State of the State addresses, they often follow the same general template: they are designed to tout the administration’s successes of the past year and tip the administration’s hand for the future, a … Read More
Guest Editorial: Milhaven Announcing Run for Mayor of Scottsdale
By Linda Milhaven I am honored to announce my candidacy for Mayor of the City of Scottsdale. Scottsdale is one of the best cities in the world, and I am proud to have played a part in helping make this such a wonderful community. I look forward to continuing to protect and preserve what makes Scottsdale great while planning for … Read More
Local Resident and Cardone Ventures President Natalie Dawson Honored as Distinctive Creative Voice in Prestigious Vogue 100 Community
Dawson Joins the Exclusive Vogue 100 Group to Celebrate Diverse Talents and Influential Individuals Making Waves Globally Scottsdale-based Cardone Ventures is proud to announce President and Co-Founder Natalie Dawson, has recently been invited to join the prestigious Vogue 100 community. The exclusive community curated by Vogue Magazine brings together exceptional creative minds from various fields, including actors, artists, musicians, athletes, … Read More
Accomplished Designated Broker and President Deems Dickinson of Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty Retires and Reflects on 44 Years Guiding Arizona’s Leading Luxury Brokerage
Dickinson Led a Team of 900+ Agents and Oversaw Four Decades of Real Estate Transactions at Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty, Including Some of the State’s Highest Sales. Arizona’s Luxury Leader Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty announces with great regards and gratitude the retirement of one of its longest-tenured and most impactful company leaders. Deems Dickinson has been part of … Read More