By Alexander Lomax The proposed move for the Arizona Coyotes from Glendale to Tempe was to be the truest definition of a win-win. It is much more central and near the light rail, making games much more accessible for the vast majority of the valley. Along with the proposed entertainment sector, there simply are far more options for pre- and … Read More
Governor Hobbs’s Veto Parade Continues, and Not Even Our Schools are Exempt
By Ronald Sampson It’s a new-ish day for Democrats in Arizona. Having finally captured the Governor’s seat they finally have some degree of legislative power. But since they couldn’t get a majority in either the Arizona House or the Arizona Senate, that legislative power is nearly purely relegated to the power of Governor Hobbs’s veto pen. While the ability to … Read More
Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty Celebrates St. Patrick’s Day with a Touch of Green
These homes and their green accents contain modern luxury and beauty with a touch of the Emerald Isle, just in time to celebrate the holiday. Arizona’s leader in luxury real estate Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty has been selling and celebrating the state’s finest properties for 75-years. It is in that same spirit with St. Patrick’s Day nearly upon us, … Read More
The No Labels Party has Arrived in Arizona: What Does It Mean for the 2024 Elections?
A recent bombshell hit Arizona politics recently, one that will have very significant ramifications for the 2024 election, but one that hasn’t gotten as much widespread attention as it may deserve. Another party has qualified to be on the ballot in the ‘24 election, the relatively centrist “No Labels Party”. The No Labels Party will join the Libertarian Party alongside … Read More
NOW ON SALE! Arizona Coyotes Release New Pioneering Jerseys and Apparel by Global Fashion Designer Rhuigi Villaseñor for Purchase… Media Invited to Interview Shane Doan and Designer Plus See the Young Designers Being Inspired
Nowadays Creative Lab Monday, March 20th 9am and 2pm Downtown Tempe 414 S Mill Ave #120, Tempe, AZ 85281 After nearly two years in the making and in an NHL franchise first, The Arizona Coyotes have just released its most anticipated apparel line and jersey in team history. The new looks are from Global Fashion Designer and Coyotes Creative Strategist … Read More
Guest Editorial: City vs County in Rio Verde Foothills Water
Opinion Piece by Alex McLaren I have been concerned about this situation for some time now. I am not exactly sure why because I live in south Scottsdale, miles from the Rio Foothills area. My concern is that as good neighbors Scottsdale should help as best, we can, within the law and also as stewards of our overall water resources. … Read More
Guest Editorial: Water and the Rio Verde Foothills
By Councilwoman Solange Whitehead Last Friday, the Maricopa County Board of Supervisors (BOS) voted down the intergovernmental agreement to deliver water to the unincorporated residents in Rio Verde Foothills. This is the second time in 9 months that the supervisors have voted against a water solution for these residents. I am deeply disappointed. In Scottsdale, we know that water management … Read More
While Politicians Debate Over Wokeness at SUSD, Students Show that There is Work Left to Do
The saga of Scottsdale Unified School District Superintendent Scott Menzel, his past “woke” interview and the controversy it has generated has gotten a lot of coverage both in the mainstream media and on this blog. But a recent development at a Scottsdale school demonstrates that “woke-ism” clearly is not the norm in Scottsdale schools. Unfortunately, not even the Holocaust is … Read More
The New Battle Lines with the Rio Verde Foothills Water Crisis Emerges: the City of Scottsdale v. Maricopa County
For a few moments, we thought that the Rio Verde Foothills water crisis was mostly resolved. We thought we had turned a corner, and that an agreement had been largely agreed upon. But to the detriment of the citizens of the Foothills and to the benefit of the pundits who appreciate good stories to write about, the story is clearly … Read More
Arizona Maintains Status as Conspiracy Central, and We’re All Dumber as a Result
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