By Tom Durham and Betty Janik — The Scottsdale Ethics Code has been in the news lately, largely due to the ethics complaint filed against Council member Guy Phillips. On May 5, 2020 a panel of three independent judges (the “Ethics Panel”) held that Mr. Phillips had not committed any ethical violations. At the May 19 meeting of the City Council, the … Read More
Memorial Day Address by Congressman Barry M. Goldwater Jr. Costa Mesa, California, Monday, May 25, 1981
Twenty-five years ago, a newly naturalized American citizen wrote: “You who have been born in America, I wish I could make you understand what it is like not to be an American — not to have been an American all your life — and then suddenly, with the words of a man in flowing robes, to be one, for that … Read More
Guest Editorial: Chandler Gets Creative to Help Restaurants
By Recker McDowell — Restaurants are fighting for survival amidst COVID-19. They need all the help they can get to avoid closing permanently and adding to the more than 39 million jobs already lost to the pandemic. The city of Chandler is doing its part by transforming a downtown park into a beer garden and picnic area where diners picking … Read More
Shock of Coronavirus Begins to Wear Off for Americans
Coronavirus Tracking Update Three months after the start of the crisis and two months after the start of this tracking poll, the shock of coronavirus begins to wear off as Americans move towards returning to their normal lives. According to our latest data, the final in this series of tracking, the number of Americans that are at least somewhat worried … Read More
Applause For PV
One of the strengths of the tony Town of Paradise Valley is that it micromanages everything about hotels and non-residential uses. The approach helps ensure a commitment to quality with volunteers at commission and council levels that rarely let something improper or poor fall through the cracks. And, one of the bad things about the Town of Paradise Valley is … Read More
Guest Editorial: Daytrippers, Locals Essential for Tourism as Economy Emerges from COVID-19
By Recker McDowell — Scottsdale ranks as one of the top cities in the country for ‘staycations’. WalletHub ranked U.S. cities for their recreational amenities (parking, hiking) as well as factors such as homes with pools. Scottsdale ranked 7th best nationally on the list. Plano, Texas near Dallas was first. Local vacations and attracting tourists from California, other Western states … Read More
Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego, Arizona Teacher of the Year Welcome New Innovative Communities Helping Residents with High Rents, COVID-19 Impacts
(PHOENIX) — Current health, job and economic upheavals are not creating, but are certainly magnifying the ongoing need for affordable housing throughout the Valley. Phoenix residents, including first responders, teachers and nurses, along with so many middle-income renters, need newly-built housing alternatives, as the vast majority of new rentals are luxury and come with a hefty price tag, making them … Read More
No Justice for San Diego’s Family of Designer Consignment Shops – My Sister’s Closet, My Sister’s Attic and Well Suited.
(SAN DIEGO) San Diego’s largest family of designer consignment shops, My Sister’s Closet, My Sister’s Attic and Well Suited has reached its breaking point and will be pursuing legal action against the State of California. After losing more than $1.5 million due to closures in Arizona and California, Siner was able to successfully open all Arizona stores but not in California due to … Read More
Mountainside Fitness Reopens All Locations with Enhanced Safety Protocols and Safety Measures
(SCOTTSDALE, Ariz.) – After a challenging few months Mountainside Fitness is pleased to welcome guests back and reopening on Monday, May 18th. All 18 fitness centers will re-open for normal business hours with enhanced safety procedures and protocols to ensure guests health and safety. The new changes and guidelines implemented include the following: All staff have been trained in Covid-19. Sanitizing stations will be available … Read More
It’s Time For WestWorld of Scottsdale To Graduate
There are many tragedies from the pandemic. Cancelation of high school graduations and all of the smiles and memories that come with them is certainly one of them. That pomp and circumstance is something none of us forget, our entire lives. While some school districts have not yet thrown in the towel it seems that so many have. That’s a … Read More