By Ronald Sampson Money is not the end all be all of politics, but it is the best determinant of success of a campaign. You need money to get your message out and to demonstrate your level of support. The first Arizona campaign finance reports for this election season are now in, and they cover an entire year’s worth of … Read More
Rose Law Group Furthers Web3, Metaverse practice with Newest Hire
New Hire at the Scottsdale-Based Law Firm Further Demonstrates Their Ability to Serve a Vast Array of Clients What do civil litigation, blockchain, and immigrant rights have in common? If you’re like most people, nothing comes to mind, but if you’re Rose Law Group pc you see an incredible opportunity to serve a wide host of clients with one brilliant … Read More
A Big Scottsdale Whoops . . . And Reversal
There’s a helpful rule in political and legal circles: know the answer to the question before you ask it. Rarely has it been violated more spectacularly than last night, in Scottsdale. For a redevelopment project called 92 Ironwood that in most any other time would be on a consent agenda. As a reminder the plan seeks to replace an empty … Read More
Exciting New Restaurant Concept Coming to Scottsdale: A New Twist on Dinner and Entertainment
We have long talked about how Scottsdale is a world-class locale to eat, drink and be merry. Well Chef Beau MacMillan, Executive Chef for Sanctuary on Camelback Mountain as well as for the Arizona Cardinals, is exemplifying exactly why with his latest endeavor, a new combination culinary experience/entertainment area that seems bound to make our adult hearts joyous not unlike … Read More
It’s Time…
Dear Friends, I am excited to announce I am running to serve as your State House Representative in the new LD4, which includes a good portion of LD28 (east of the 51 and all of Paradise Valley) and parts of the old LD15 and LD23. I am truly inspired by the strength of our community over the last few years … Read More
Allies, Alignment & Alexander
Once upon a time Jason Alexander and Solange Whitehead were allies. They worked smartly and effectively on the same team to defeat the ill-conceived Desert Discovery Center a few years back. In many ways Alexander’s indefatigable leadership paved the way for Whitehead’s election in 2018. But a split has developed between the two, largely on policy lines. This recent Facebook exchange about a … Read More
Conflict in Scottsdale City Council: Are They Looking for a Lawsuit?
It hasn’t been a big secret that Mayor David Ortega has had a sometimes contentious relationship with a few other members of the city council. That has recently come out in the open even more however, with a recent tift with Councilwoman Tammy Caputi coming to light and with potential stakes including a significant lawsuit. The most recent conflict is … Read More
House GOP Leader McCarthy Endorses Juan Ciscomani (AZ-06)
House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy announced today he is endorsing Juan Ciscomani (AZ-06) for U.S. Congress. Arizona’s new 6th congressional district spans 6 counties in Southern Arizona and one of only two congressional districts in Arizona to include the U.S.-Mexico border. Our district is a critical, key battleground seat we must flip in 2022 to ensure we take back the House! “Juan Ciscomani is a conservative … Read More
Scottsdale Moving Forward with STR Enforcement: When Will State Get the Point?
Finally, the crackdown of party houses may finally start in earnest in Scottsdale. So why did it take this long? Last Friday, Scottsdale police were finally able to begin their enhanced enforcement efforts on out-of-control short-term rental parties. This is after the STR issue was a major campaign talking point on numerous city council and mayoral campaigns, and which clearly … Read More
Demonstrating the Corporate Flexibility of the Scottsdale Area: Sustainability-Focused Company Making the Area Their Hub
Scottsdale as a hub of sustainability? Nearly no reasonable people would think that those words should go together, but one firm sees the value of setting up shop here and making us a base of operations. The Greater Phoenix Economic Council recently announced that the United Cities North America, a sustainable energy company, will be setting up a base of … Read More

