We all know that Scottsdale is a great place to live, to raise a family, to vacation, and to spend your weekends. We rarely think about how it is to work for the city of Scottsdale however; little is said about city employees, which often is a positive. But city leadership has found room for improvement, and in the process … Read More
ICONIC LIFE MAGAZINE WINS THREE PRESTIGIOUS NATIONAL MAGAZINE AWARDS AT EDDIE & OZZIE AWARDS IN NEW YORK
We are excited to announce that ICONIC LIFE magazine won three three Eddie & Ozzie awards for 2023. The announcement was made Tuesday, October 24, 2023 in New York. Sponsored by FOLIO magazine. The Eddie & Ozzie Awards is the most prestigious recognition program in the publishing community, recognizing excellence in editorial content and design across print and digital media … Read More
Guest Editorial: Sustainability: A Guiding Light or a Boondoggle?
By Councilwoman Betty Janik The idea of Sustainability conjures up strong emotions. Those who embrace the idea view it as a way to foster environmental conditions that support current and future generations, a life saver. The naysayers think of it as a way for big brother to reduce our freedoms. Can we bridge that gap?? We just experienced the hottest … Read More
Punching Up at Silicon Valley: Arizona AG Mayes Joins Others in Lawsuit Against Meta
Any students of local current events and politics probably understands the dynamic of the overly ambitious County Attorney or Attorney General: one who desperately wants a landmark case that will propel their names into the papers and to higher office, and perhaps reaches past what seems reasonable considering their jurisdiction. Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes may have found such a … Read More
Attempted Malfeasance is Hitting Home: A Revolt at the Maricopa County Republican Party
Regular readers know that we like to talk about local politics in a tough but fair way; we believe that society is better served with both major parties being functional. The Maricopa County Democratic Party went through some serious bouts of chaos and malfeasance, but after an upheaval in leadership seems to be on the right path. Now it seems … Read More
Scottsdale Phenom is Shining at the Highest Level: Former Desert Mountain High School Star Merrill Kelly Dominant in the World Series
My what a difference a month makes! At the start of October, Arizona Diamondback fans had a wild card spot to look forward to; definitely a sign of progress and something to build off of next season, but cheap and available seats spoke the story of a fanbase that was expecting nothing but a few bets on the house’s money. … Read More
Looking Forward: The Scottsdale Mayoral Race
Next year will present many interesting electoral races; along with a Presidential race, Arizona will showcase what is likely to be one of the most interesting Senate races in the country, as well as all of the countywide races. But there will also be a host of local races, and for those of us in Scottsdale, the headline municipal race … Read More
Where Have You Gone, Banner Health?
Regular readers likely know about the Banner Health controversy (if not, you can get up to date here). In short, Banner Health is attempting to put a hospital facility in north Scottsdale, an area well-served by existing healthcare facilities already, a facility that no one at all was clamoring for. A battle was sure to be on its plate; this … Read More
Arizona Coyotes Fan Fest Returns Saturday, October 28th from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Main Event in Tempe
Meet Coyotes Players, Autograph Signings, Join Q&A with Coyotes GM Bill Armstrong, Plus See Howler and The Squad 48 Entertainment Team The 2023-24 season is here and The Arizona Coyotes are excited to celebrate Mullett Magic with the most spirited Fan Fest yet. Make plans now to join the Coyotes on Saturday, October 28, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Main Event Tempe located at 8545 S. Emerald Dr., Tempe, … Read More
The Anticipated Sportsbook at the TPC Scottsdale is Here, are We Collectively Ready?
Legalized sports betting has washed over the United States in a gigantic way over the last few years; what once was purely the realm of Las Vegas and a few specific destinations has turned into an industry that is expected to bring in around $14 billion in the US alone in 2023. While it has been legal in Arizona for … Read More