(SCOTTSDALE, Ariz.) The Bentley Scottsdale Polo Championships will add new sounds to the amazing sights at this year’s festivities with the debut of Best of the West: The Inaugural Arizona State Acoustic Guitar Championships, taking place Saturday, Nov. 7, 2026, at WestWorld of Scottsdale. Acoustic guitarists from across Arizona and beyond are invited to apply for the chance to compete … Read More
Guest Editorial: Steady Water Management, Not Campaign Rhetoric
By Councilwoman Kathy Littlefield Scottsdale residents deserve the real facts about our water future, not cherry-picked claims timed for an election. Councilwoman Solange Whitehead’s recent opinion piece attempts to cast doubt on the city’s water security to promote her preferred council candidate. The facts reveal a different picture. Scottsdale Water has planned for a possible drought for decades, carefully managing … Read More
Zubia Touts Support from “Preserve Pioneers”
Scottsdale City Council candidate Raoul Zubia recently touted the support of several luminaries from Scottsdale’s history, whom he names “Preserve Pioneers”. From a recent campaign email: I am grateful for the support of these incredible Scottsdale leaders and public servants. These women have helped lead the effort to create our magnificent McDowell Sonoran Preserve and were rightly recognized by … Read More
Borowsky’s Speeding Ticket and Scottsdale’s Long Memory for Mayoral Mishaps
By Ronald Sampson Mayor Lisa Borowsky has a speeding ticket story now, and Scottsdale has been here before. ABC15 first reported that the citation was dismissed after process servers couldn’t track her down. What Actually Happened A speed camera caught Borowsky doing 58 in a 40 near Scottsdale and Thomas roads back in October, a $344 citation. She says she … Read More
Telluride: America’s Amazing Alpine Sanctuary
By Bedouin Bourdain The box canyon does not ease you in. It arrives all at once. Colorado Avenue runs straight at a wall of mountains. Brick storefronts hold the line on both sides. Planters spill cosmos and petunias over the curb. Meanwhile, the peaks at the end of the street refuse to act like background. This is a box canyon … Read More
When the Owner’s Balance Sheet Wobbles, Suns Fans Should Pay Attention
By Charles Chapman Mat Ishbia bought the Phoenix Suns and Mercury in February 2023 for a then-record $4 billion. He financed that purchase on the strength of United Wholesale Mortgage. This week, that foundation took a serious hit. UWM shares fell more than 35 percent Thursday and closed at $1.19. The stock briefly touched 93 cents before recovering. Friday brought … Read More
Thank You + Key Takeaways from the First End-to-End AI Political Campaign
By John Trobough Friends & Colleagues: I wanted to reach out and express my sincere gratitude for your guidance, partnership, and support throughout our congressional campaign in Arizona’s 1st District. Rebuilding a campaign machine in one of the country’s most competitive open seats was no small feat, and I am deeply grateful for the help you provided along the way. … Read More
Old Town Tortilla Factory Rides Into the Sunset After 30 Years
Scottsdale lost one of its warmest rooms this month. Old Town Tortilla Factory served its final dinner on August 1. The restaurant shared the news with guests in a short farewell message. Moreover, the timing caught nearly everyone off guard. The restaurant had gone dark for a routine summer break on June 30. Regulars expected the patio to reopen August … Read More
Meet the Emmy-Nominated Director Bringing “Triângulo,” a Bold New Theatrical Experience Blending Musical Theatre and Mixed Martial Arts Coming to Arizona Broadway Theatre Next April
Crystal Manich Will Lead the World Premiere Blending MMA, Musical Theatre, Contemporary Dance and Ballet Long before global audiences have a chance to see “Triângulo,” a genre-blending new work merging mixed martial arts with musical theatre, Arizona theatregoers will get to experience it first. Tickets are now on sale for the show debuting Friday, April 16, 2027, at Arizona Broadway … Read More
High Desert Little League 8-10 All-Stars Capture Arizona State Championship Through Teamwork, Resilience, and Community Support
By Kaine Fisher The High Desert Little League 8-10 All-Star team completed an unforgettable summer by winning the Arizona State Championship, finishing a remarkable postseason built on resilience, teamwork, and the unwavering support of an entire community. The High Desert Little League put together an impressive championship run. They went undefeated through District play, defeating their longtime rivals (Cactus Foothills … Read More