D.R.I.V.E. which stands for (Donations for Recovery & Investment that are Very Essential) Makes Its Donation (SCOTTSDALE, Ariz.) Mercedes-Benz of Scottsdale is proud to announce it has selected Matthew’s Crossing Food Bank as its Arizona charity to receive a $5,000 donation this month as part of its D.R.I.V.E Initiative. The Scottsdale dealership re-introduced D.R.I.V.E, which stands for Donations for Recovery … Read More
Guest Editorial: Local Influencer Uses Platform for Awareness
By Gilbert Guru Holland Smith, an up and coming Instagram Influencer based in Chandler, has recently used her growing following to spread a positive message in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic. The recent college graduate was contacted by Arizona Department of Health Sciences (ADHS) to utilize her following to promote its #MaskUpAZ initiative. Holland Smith, who typically uses her … Read More
OH Predictive: Kelly Rebounds, McSally Treads Water Kelly Leading McSally by 10 in the Grand Canyon State
PHOENIX (September 16th, 2020)- Former Astronaut Mark Kelly opened up a 10-point lead on Sen. Martha McSally in one of the most expensive and closely watched Senate races in the nation. According to a recent survey by OH Predictive Insights, Kelly earned the support of 52 percent of likely voters in an effort to finish the final two years of the late-Sen. John McCain’s term. In comparison, incumbent-Republican Martha McSally sits at 42 percent.
Howard Myers: There Are Things Worth Preserving
By Shea Lincoln Howard Myers moved to North Scottsdale in 1996 and quickly got involved in local politics. He was a vocal and tireless supporter of the creation of the McDowell Sonoran Preserve but corrected us when asked if he was a pioneer of the effort. He says that honor belongs to a long list of advocates . They include … Read More
OH Predictive: Biden Extends Lead in Arizona
Former Vice President Outspending Trump 10:1 on Arizona Airwaves PHOENIX (September 14th, 2020)- After a summer of improving numbers for Donald Trump, the President once again faces daunting odds in Arizona. According to the most recent Arizona Public Opinion Pulse (AZPOP), Trump’s support has fallen to 42%, and former Vice President Joe Biden has risen to 52%. Biden’s 10-point lead is … Read More
#LocalBuzz: Q & A With Scottsdale City Council Candidate Betty Janik
By Scottsdale Pinetop Betty Janik and her husband have lived in Scottsdale for over 16 years. She was the co-founder of the Protect Our Preserve PAC, the citizen led committee behind Proposition 420. She served as the President for the Coalition of Greater Scottsdale (COGS) and a member of the 2019 of For The Best Scottsdale PAC, the campaign that … Read More
Major Scottsdale Polo Event Gains Approvals to Return with New Name and Key Safety Measures The Stella Artois Polo Classic: Presented by Ketel One Hits the Field at WestWorld November 7th
New elements for 2020 include Martin Luther King Jr’s College Joining Impressive Lineup Along with All Women’s Team, Charity Match-Up and New Sponsors Sign On, Post Event Concert with Roger Clyne Tickets Now on Sale! (SCOTTSDALE, Ariz.) — One of the World’s most recognizable polo events announced it has received final approval from the City of Scottsdale to return on … Read More
Special Feature: Most Read Stories From This Week
Staff Report – A recap of the top three stories on Arizona Progress & Gazette from the past week. Scottsdale’s Dos Equis Woman Teacher. Preacher. Author. Activist. It’s quite an impressive title for one of Scottsdale’s most interesting residents. And a title that fits Paula Sturgeon perfectly. Read full story here. #LocalBuzz Q&A With Scottsdale City Council Candidate John Little … Read More
A Weird Political Donation Approach
By Gilbert Guru Desperate times call for desperate measures. The finances behind any campaign play a direct role in getting a candidate elected to office, especially in tight political races. This is particularly true for Arizona’s U.S. Senate race. Recent campaign finances show Martha McSally $15 million dollars behind her opponent Mark Kelly in the fundraising battle. This is especially … Read More
Cruel Irony
Have there been many lower points in Scottsdale’s history than when public safety leadership let rioters sack its citadel – aka Scottsdale Fashion Square – earlier this year? Botched is a kind word for the decision-making and approach, especially after the consequences to Old Town’s many small businesses, particularly its Arts District. So we are probably not the only ones … Read More