By Recker McDowell — Opendoor, a leading real estate technology firm, is moving from Scottsdale where it has 250 employees to Tempe where it is looking to expand to 1,000 workers. The move is a familiar one for Scottsdale. Opendoor joins McKesson, Harkins Theatres and other companies who have left, are leaving or have not landed in Scottsdale. Often, those … Read More
Guest Editorial: Visits by Mike Pence, YouTube, Instagram star Jeffree Star shows diversity of Scottsdale’s brand
By Recker McDowell — Vice President Mike Pence and YouTube star and cosmetics influencer Jeffree Star don’t have a lot in common on the surface. But they do have a recent similarity. Both the conservative Pence and the not-so conservative Star were both recently in Scottsdale for events. Pence visited Scottsdale during a recent visit to Arizona and meeting with … Read More
Scottsdale Mayor Jim Lane To Headline For The Best Scottsdale ‘Taco Tuesday’ Forum on Bond Questions 1, 2 and 3
(SCOTTSDALE) — The For The Best Scottsdale Political Action Committee is hosting a forum on Tuesday, October 8th on Questions 1, 2 and 3 on the November 5th ballot at the Scottsdale Area Association of REALTORS® 8600 E Anderson Drive, Scottsdale. The free event runs 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. It will offer Scottsdale residents information on the three bond … Read More
Guest Editorial: Scottsdale Can Elevate Its Quality of Life Even More By Investing in Our Future
By Vernon B. Parker — I once had the honor of serving as the Mayor of Paradise Valley. There I opposed unnecessary government spending and new taxes that were not needed. Today, the Town is better off because of those efforts. Now, I proudly live in Scottsdale. Scottsdale’s fantastic quality of life is elevated by our wonderful amenities, well-maintained infrastructure … Read More
Scottsdale Fraternal Order of Police Endorses Questions 1, 2 & 3 Investments in Public Safety, Senior Centers, Infrastructure Repairs
(SCOTTSDALE) — The Scottsdale Fraternal Order of Police — a leading public safety and law enforcement group representing first responders — has endorsed all three Scottsdale bond questions on the November 2019 ballot. The Scottsdale Fraternal Order of Police is strongly supporting Questions 1, 2 and 3 joining a diverse coalition of supporters including other public safety groups, community and … Read More
Guest Editorial: Scottsdale’s Economic Promise Shows With Tech Firm’s Headquarters Move to SkySong
By Recker McDowell — Technology company Limelight Networks has moved its headquarters from Tempe to Scottsdale. Limelight has moved 220 employees from Mill Avenue to Scottsdale’s ASU SkySong development at McDowell and Scottsdale roads. This is a bit of a reversal of fortunes. Scottsdale has lost jobs, headquarters and companies because it does not have new or available Class A … Read More
Oh, Brother
The introduction of new medical marijuana dispensaries, in any city, can often be a raucous debate. Interestingly, that hasn’t been the case for a proposed “Sunday Goods” one set to replace a tattoo parlor on the east side of the Galleria Corporate Center in downtown Scottsdale. Perhaps that’s because of its upscale design, similar to what the company is doing … Read More
Guest Editorial: Virginia Korte On Why She’s Voting Yes on Bond Questions 1, 2 and 3
By Virginia Korte — You may know that I grew up in the car business here in Scottsdale. So I know how important it is to keep up with the repairs and maintenance of vehicles. Car and truck dealerships like the one I used to run recommend a schedule of maintenance to not only minimize costly repairs, but to also … Read More
Free Family & Community Event: For The Best Scottsdale To Host Free Skate, Events at Ice Den Scottsdale on October 5th
(SCOTTSDALE) — The For The Best Scottsdale Campaign: Vote Yes on Questions 1, 2 and 3 will hold a special, community event on October 5th at the Ice Den Scottsdale, thanks to a donation from the facility. It will take place from Noon to 2 p.m. The event will also feature free food and drinks in the 18 Degrees Neighborhood … Read More
Scottsdale PC Sees Through Scottsdale BS
There’s bad. And then there is comically bad. The latter arrived before the Scottsdale Planning Commission last night in the form of a “senior living facility” on McDowell Mountain Ranch Road on WestWorld’s eastern border. The application sought to supersize the currently entitled 5 homes on 5 acres into 161 units. In presenting their case its lobbyist forgot or failed … Read More