By Ronald Sampson There has been a concerted shift away from the development hey-days of the past in Scottsdale, when it felt as though any interesting and well-financed idea conceived by developers would make its way through the city council with relative ease. More recently traffic, crowds (i.e. population density) and construction have made activists out of everyday people, and … Read More
Scottsdale as a Destination for…Artists? Here’s Why We Agree
We are not at all shy about singing the praises of Scottsdale; be it as an ideal place to vacation, retire, or to get a little wild on a Saturday night. But a recent article from Smithsonian Magazine turned our heads, not just because of the source but also because it prompted us to think about the city in a … Read More
Mesa Transforming Into Destination for Asian Food
At the Arizona Progress & Gazette we tend to focus on our little slices of heaven, Scottsdale and Paradise Valley. But when great things are happening anywhere in the Valley, we feel as though it is worth recognizing. While we bring Phoenix and Tempe into the conversation from time to time, one city that we don’t normally recognize but is … Read More
Vestar Secures Management Services for Palm Valley Pavilions West in Goodyear, Arizona
Vestar, one of the leading privately held shopping center owners and managers in the United States, has been retained for their management services by Raymond Arjmand of RA Centers, buyer of Palm Valley Pavilions West, a 232,573-square-foot power center in Goodyear, Arizona. Palm Valley Pavilions West is ideally located in a high growth area of Goodyear, adjacent to the 10 freeway and McDowell Road. This … Read More
Better Days Coming for Scottsdale Teachers According to Task Force. Are They Substantive or Empty Promises?
Education has long been a hot-button issue in Arizona. While Democrats have long spoken about it as the minority party, it hit a critical mass in 2018 with the massive Red for Ed protests. Then-Governor Ducey’s political hand was forced, leading to significant increases in pay for teachers in the state. Once right near the bottom nationally in average teacher … Read More
Valley Philanthropist Michael Pollack Teams Up With A New Leaf and Treats 20 Valley Families to a $20,000 Shopping Spree at Target Just in Time for the Holiday Season
It’s the season of giving and for Valley Real Estate Entrepreneur and Philanthropist Michael Pollack, there is no better time of the year to make a difference and give hope. This holiday season Pollack was proud to partner with A New Leaf by making a $20,000 donation to give 20 Valley families a beautiful and life-changing gift. Pollack treated each of the families to a … Read More
Guest Editorial: Salute to An Unsung Hero
By Councilwoman Betty Janik After thirty years of service, Greg Bestgen, Human Services Director, recently retired from the City of Scottsdale. He is leaving behind a legacy of compassion toward the less fortunate. Greg changed the way our city interacts with individuals in need. During his tenure, he established a robust outreach program for the homeless. He paired with faith-based … Read More
Speakers’ Corner: Dr. Warren Stewart Sr.
This is a place where free speech and public debate are welcomed and encouraged. The Speakers’ Corner originated in the mid-19th century at London’s Hyde Park. The concept spread worldwide both physically and now virtually. Here at the Arizona Progress & Gazette, we are presenting this platform in the form of question-and-answer style interviews with people who have had a … Read More
March 2024: Art Detour returns as an Invitation to Define ‘Your Life’s Style’ and Attend the Arts and Culture Party of the Year: The Art d’Core Gala Hosted by Partner Venue Phoenix Art Museum on Saturday, March 16th
Attention art lovers! Artlink, the non-profit credited with establishing Downtown Phoenix’s amazing First Fridays and the organization responsible for connecting artists and businesses to the community is thrilled to announce the month-long celebration of Art Detour, which celebrates its 36th year from March 1st – March 31st. Art Detour invites the public to enjoy impromptu excursions or plan a customized “Artinerary” of cultural discovery that defines their life’s … Read More
Speakers’ Corner: Russell “Rusty” Bowers
This is a place where free speech and public debate are welcomed and encouraged. The Speakers’ Corner originated in the mid-19th century at London’s Hyde Park. The concept spread worldwide both physically and now virtually. Here at the Arizona Progress & Gazette, we are presenting this platform in the form of question-and-answer style interviews with people who have had a … Read More