By Alexander Lomax The old and tired phrase in local politics amongst left-leaning folks has been “You can’t spell crazy without AZ”. And while the state has certainly moderated some away from that moniker as well as the “meth lab of democracy” name that Senator Sinema famously labeled us, we have unfortunately become Ground Zero for the zaniest and dumbest … Read More
Maricopa Dems Have Their Own Saturday Night Massacre: Embattled Executive Director Fires Nearly Everyone
Students of history (or older readers) will remember the Saturday Night Massacre: it was the last gasp of the Nixon administration and its attempt to cover up the Watergate scandal. In it, Nixon ordered his Justice Department officials to fire the Special Prosecutor in charge of Watergate, which led to a string of resignations as a result. The Maricopa County … Read More
High Fashion Meets Professional Sports – An Incredible Event TONIGHT!
The new owners of our Arizona Coyotes, the Meruelo family, are blazing serious trails in our community and truly making a name for themselves in the rarified air of professional sports team ownership. Tonight you will have the opportunity to take part and witness history for yourself. In what is a first in Arizona’s franchise sports history, perhaps even a … Read More
Superintendent Menzel Saved By Strong Support
It has been a tumultuous past month or so for Scottsdale Unified School District superintendent Scott Menzel. After Fox News uncovered a 2019 interview where Menzel seems to support ideas that many would consider “woke”, he has been the target of Republican legislators and a cause de celebre for local Democrats (you can get up to speed on the entire … Read More
Skate Where The Coyotes Play! Valley Residents Invited to Skate FREE at Mullet Arena on Saturday, March 4th from 9:15am to 10:15am
Hosted by the Arizona Coyotes, This FREE Skate Event Offers Valley Residents a Chance to Meet Special Guests and Learn More About How Tempe Wins by Voting Yes on Proposition 301, 302 303 on May 16th Join the Arizona Coyotes and Tempe Wins for a fun-filled ice-skating session! On Saturday, March 4th from 9:15am – 10:15am Valley residents will gain FREE admission to Mullet Arena for an open skate event as … Read More
Mayor Ortega Capitulates on Rio Verde Water Crisis, but Work is Left to Do
Public outrage has a way of swaying politicians. So does looking around and seeing that you’re on an island with a particular view. Scottsdale Mayor David Ortega apparently has learned this firsthand, and it seems to have shifted the conversation regarding the most notable and controversial topic so far this year. After public disagreement and obstinance, it now seems as … Read More
Guest Editorial: Protecting Your Natural Resources
By Councilman Barry Graham
Guest Editorial: A Fabulous February Recap
By Councilwoman Solange Whitehead
Scottsdale Arabian Horse Show Ends Up Being an Economic (Horse) Powerhouse
Scottsdale has a well deserved reputation for being an international tourist destination. Aside from the amenities that tourists and regulars alike can enjoy, there are also quite a few truly special events that make it stand out amongst its brother and sister cities within the Valley. One of those events is the Scottsdale Arabian Horse Show, Arizona’s cornerstone of equestrian … Read More
Gov. Hobbs Taking on New Fight on Behalf of Dreamers: Will She Have the Political Capital?
Arizona’s Dreamers (that is, undocumented students brought here through no fault of their own) got a very big win last year when Prop 308 protected their ability to receive in-state tuition pricing if they otherwise qualified after being approved via the public. They might have another big win in their sights soon too, but that will be highly dependent on … Read More