Guest Editorial: City Council Campaign Announcement!

Dear Friends: I just filed the paperwork to run to return to the Scottsdale City Council. The reason I am running is simple: everyone who runs for Scottsdale City Council claims to be resident-friendly. But let’s be honest, most vote for overdevelopment after they are elected. That’s why, if you want to preserve Scottsdale’s special character and high quality of … Read More

Travel Spotlight of the Week: Amsterdam

By Bedouin Bourdain The Venice of the North: Amsterdam. But that title hardly captures the essence of a city that defies simple comparison. The canals, those liquid boulevards that serpentine through centuries, reflect not just the gabled facades leaning overhead but the very soul of a place where water and wonder conspire. To glide along these waterways at dusk, when … Read More

Press Conference: 1:30 p.m. at Scottsdale City Hall

Media Partners: Please see attached and below for a media advisory for an anticipated press conference at 1:30 p.m. tomorrow at Scottsdale City Hall, 3939 N. Drinkwater Blvd. Mayor Lisa Borowsky to address removal of chief of staff and concerns over actions taken at City Hall Scottsdale Mayor Lisa Borowsky is holding a press conference 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 21 … Read More

TSMC’s $197 Million Land Purchase: Another Pillar in Arizona’s Tech Ascendance

Arizona’s transformation into a global semiconductor powerhouse gained further momentum this week when TSMC Arizona secured 900 acres near Loop 303 and Interstate 17 at an Arizona State Land Department auction for $197.25 million. This isn’t just another real estate transaction: it’s a definitive statement that the world’s largest chipmaker is cementing North Phoenix as a critical hub for advanced … Read More

Old Town Does What Old Town Does: BOA Steakhouse Brings Hollywood Glamour to Scottsdale Waterfront

While conversations continue about the future of Old Town Scottsdale, complete with task forces and neighborhood debates (read our full coverage here), the area itself remains unbothered, doing what it does best: attracting world-class dining, shopping, and nightlife experiences that keep it at the forefront of Arizona’s entertainment scene. The latest proof? BOA Steakhouse is set to open along the … Read More

Dubauskas: Year 1: Results & Invitation

By Jan Dubauskas Thank you!!! It was one year ago today – January 14, 2025 – that we took the oath of office to serve you on Scottsdale City Council. It was a special and surreal moment to stand with my colleagues, family, friends, and fellow residents with gratitude and hope in our hearts. Thank you for your trust and confidence. This year has been jam-packed … Read More

In Defense of Michael Bidwill: Context Matters for Cardinals’ Ticket Pricing

Yesterday you may remember that when we spoke about the Jonathan Gannon firing, we took a critical position regarding ownership being the one tying bind in the team’s failures. But there are good reasons to dole out blame and unfair ones. Michael Bidwill is facing criticism over ticket prices and stadium changes at State Farm Stadium, but the backlash deserves … Read More