By Scottsdale Pinetop While many Scottsdalians pride themselves on the vibrancy and energy of Old Town as a key reason for tourism, it’s hard to ignore the emerging presence of the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Community and its achievement as a new hub of economic activity. The Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community (SRPMIC) is home to the Talking Stick Golf Club … Read More
Guest Editorial: Grandma Can’t Make Ends Meet
By Scottsdale Pinetop Age 65 signifies a time where elderly people have finished their working years and are now expected to enjoy retirement and a life of leisure. Instead, many elderly Arizona residents are spending their days worrying about how to pay the bills. Without the assistance of pensions or 401k contributions, many seniors are struggling to pay for life’s … Read More
Guest Editorial: Young Voters Taking The Lead When Others Won’t
By Scottsdale Pinetop Among the estimated 15,000 protesters at the Phoenix March of Our Lives rally on Saturday were thousands of active teenagers taking a stand and making their voices heard. In the aftermath of the Parkland, Florida shooting that claimed the lives of three adults and 14 students, post pubescents from across the nation are taking the lead on … Read More
Sold!
When Barrett-Jackson, the granddaddy of car auction roars to life every January, Scottsdale bars, restaurants and hotels hit fifth gear. One of the community’s great special events, it has largely monopolized the notion of “auction” in these parts. Yet, there are two other auctions taking place elsewhere in Scottsdale that are playing an increasing role to enhance the city’s substantial … Read More
Guest Editorial: Red Lights Turns Green for Scottsdale
By Scottsdale Pinetop All drivers have been there – running late for work and getting stuck at a red light waiting for it to change. Only to go through the same situation a few blocks down. Thanks to the initiative and innovation of the City of Scottsdale, many commuters will be enjoying shorter travel times and easier commutes. For the … Read More
Bogey
Warning: You may become irate after reading this. About Miller and Thomas Roads sites the Coronado Golf Course. There, affordable golf on nine holes, with a driving range, has been available to the community for decades. It’s where kids learn to play, seniors get around easily and most everyone who can’t afford Estancia, Whisper Rock or DC Ranch can enjoy … Read More
Guest Editorial: A Brighter Future for AZ School Funding
By Scottsdale Pinetop The future of the school funding has been a point of concern among voters and state leaders as Arizona heads into the midterm elections. With the rise in teacher protests and education reform, Arizona leaders have taken notice and decided to come together in order to create a bipartisan solution that attempts to resolve some of these … Read More
Guest Editorial: Moving Scottsdale Forward
By Scottsdale Pinetop It’s hard to believe that a city as beautiful and unique as Scottsdale still needs improvements. But with the growing popularity of the community from visitors and locals alike, the city has not kept pace with the crucial infrastructure improvements it needs. This fall, Scottsdale voters may be faced with a bond request on the ballot as … Read More
Kirby: a bold new reform to help Arizona teachers now
By Pam Kirby Scottsdale Unified School District Board Member Here in Arizona and across the country, every day brings a new and louder call to do right by our teachers. Many in this state, myself included, are calling for an extension of the funding currently provided by Proposition 301. It is critical money for our public schools and teacher salaries. … Read More
Guest Editorial: Small, Important Step for the Scottsdale Gallery Association
By: Scottsdale Pinetop A simple vote by the Scottsdale City Council may seem like a small step for progress. But when trying foster improvements between government and businesses, it can make all the difference in the world. This week, the City Council voted correctly to approve a $30,000 matching fund agreement with the Scottsdale Gallery Association in an attempt to … Read More