By Virginia Korte — There are two things that I continue to think about in light of the economic impact of COVID-19 on the Scottsdale economy. The first is what we need to do in the next few months to best respond to the economic shortfall the current crisis is causing. As I said in a previous article, we don’t … Read More
Governor Ducey, ADHS Release Guidelines For Retail Businesses And Customers As Openings Resume Next Week
PHOENIX — Governor Doug Ducey and the Arizona Department of Health Services today released additional guidelines as retail businesses resume partial operations starting next week. The recommendations include enhanced sanitation and physical distancing steps customers and business owners should take to facilitate increased business interactions while minimizing the risk of COVID-19. “As we breathe life back into our businesses, we want to … Read More
Guest Editorial: The Keys to Reopen The Economy and Save Jobs
By Recker McDowell — Being at the tip of the spear, taking the first step or the giant leap forward is not for the faint of heart. That is true when it comes to starting a business, finding a new job or taking a purpose-driven path in life. The stakes are even higher when it comes to re-opening the economy … Read More
Updated Guidance For Arizonans, Businesses
PHOENIX — Governor Doug Ducey today announced an extension of physical distancing measures while laying out a step-by-step approach to continue reenergizing Arizona’s economy. The Governor today issued an Executive Order extending Arizona’s Stay Home, Stay Healthy, Stay Connected Order until May 15, 2020. The order also continues Arizona’s gradual economic reopening, allowing retail businesses to begin partial operations starting next week. … Read More
Guest Editorial: A Scottsdale Lifeline For Small Businesses
By Recker McDowell — The Scottsdale Industrial Development Authority has expanded a COVID-19 small business grant program to $200,000. The Scottsdale IDA is offering $5,000 grants to small businesses who need help because of the Coronavirus and all its impacts. The IDA is working with the city of Scottsdale, Scottsdale Charros, Scottsdale Leadership, Experience Scottsdale and the Scottsdale Area Chamber … Read More
Trump’s Coronavirus Approvals Hit Their Lowest Point in April
Coronavirus Tracking Update Over the past week, the Firehouse Strategies and 0ptimus Analytics coronavirus tracking survey shows approval of the president’s handling of the coronavirus outbreak hitting its lowest point this month at 48%, with viewership of the White House briefings dropping 10 points since the start of April. Our tracking also shows Biden’s 8-point lead over Trump with likely … Read More
Turf Paradise Owner Donates $1 Million To Support Medical Professionals, Arizonans In Need
PHOENIX — Governor Doug Ducey announced today that Turf Paradise Race Course owner Jerry Simms has personally donated $1 million to the AZ Coronavirus Relief Fund, established to provide financial support to organizations providing essential aid to those affected by COVID-19. Turf Paradise also recently donated $25,000 worth of food to St. Mary’s Food Bank. “Businesses throughout the state have done tremendous … Read More
Breaking News: Scottsdale Activist Targets Incumbent Councilman, Mayoral Aspirant
By Recker McDowell — Scottsdale’s Independent Ethics Panel has instructed City Councilman Guy Phillips to answer questions related to a complaint filed against him by activist Mike Norton. A new order issued today by the Ethics Panel requires Phillips to answer questions related to whether money that went into a GoFundMe account last year amounted to a financial gift that … Read More
Talking Without Speaking
It’s a notable line from Simon & Garfunkel’s “Sounds of Silence,” one of the most beautiful songs ever written. The lyrics say something. They are memorable, unlike anything former Scottsdale City Councilman and mayoral aspirant David Ortega writes. His latest missive, as it appeared in the Scottsdale Independent, is below. Can anyone share what it means? How it leads? How … Read More
Supporting Each Other ‘The Arizona Way’
During Governor Ducey’s State of the State Address in January, he talked about The Arizona Way. And with the COVID-19 health emergency, that saying has taken on a new meaning. Arizonans across the state are stepping up to help one another and provide support wherever needed — and they’re doing it The Arizona Way. Here are just some of the … Read More