Experience over 7 million lights across a 15-acre holiday experience complete with Santa meet-and-greets, a holiday express train ride, a nightly parade, holiday shopping, a giant gingerbread house light show with pyrotechnics and much more On Friday, November 29th, 2024 through Sunday, December 29th, 2024, the Biggest Christmas Celebration in Arizona is returning to Rawhide Western Town (5700 W. North Loop Rd., … Read More
Hey Democrats…Your Celebrity Endorsements are Stupid and Counterproductive
By Ronald Sampson For the last couple decades the prevailing view of the two political parties generally depends on who you ask, but if you ask those who are not a fan of the Democratic party, their description of the party would likely revolve around it being a party of the coastal elites and of Hollywood (or Hollyweird, as some … Read More
Guest Editorial: Scottsdale’s Green New Deal & Axon Referendum
By Councilwoman-Elect Jan Dubauskas Dear Friends – It’s time to count our blessings, express our gratitude, and spend time with dear family and friends. Please know that I am extremely grateful for YOU. Your activism, enthusiasm, and grassroots work secured a historic victory for the city of Scottsdale and for our future – THANK YOU! As you could probably guess, we … Read More
Outgoing Mayor and City Councilmembers Add an Unfortunate End to Their Legacy with Axon
By Alexander Lomax A lame duck session in politics is the period after the election but before the inauguration of new members. It’s when leaders who either did not run for re-election or lost their re-election raves are unencumbered by future expectations and criticisms, where they can defy the expectations of their constituency with few repercussions. It’s also a time … Read More
Guest Editorial: In Appreciation
By Councilwoman Betty Janik As we begin the Holiday Season, I want to offer thanks for your support for Proposition 490. It will provide a dedicated source of funding for Scottsdale Open Space, a most valuable asset that is enjoyed by both residents and visitors. We will be able to maintain our Parks and Preserve for the next 30 years … Read More
Vestar Welcomes New Wave of Major Tenants at Chandler’s Las Tiendas Village
Marshalls, Happy Beauty, Sit Still Kids & Revelashons Among the Retail Destination’s Latest Additions Vestar, the largest privately held shopping center owner and manager in the western United States, is excited to announce the new wave of tenants at Chandler’s Las Tiendas Village, enhancing the retail, beauty, and fitness offerings in the East Valley. Home to national retailers such as HomeGoods and … Read More
Has the Tide Completely Turned for Football in the Valley?
For Arizona football fans, this life has not been an existence that has been flush with success. It has been a full decade since both the Arizona State Sun Devils and Arizona Cardinals have exited the regular season with a winning record, an outcome that statistically speaking is quite unlikely. It seems as though the tide might finally be turning … Read More
Supervisor Thomas Galvin: Election Reforms Announced
By Supervisor Thomas Galvin Dear Neighbors, As we enter this season of gratitude, I want to thank everyone who voted for me in the November general election. I am honored to be re-elected, and I am humbled by your support. I look forward to serving the interests of everyone in District 2 for the next four years. I also thank … Read More
Vestar to Host Historic and Ceremonial Groundbreaking at the Site of The Valley’s Next Greatest Shopping Center — Verrado Marketplace in Buckeye Wednesday, November 20th at 9:30 a.m.
Vestar, the largest privately held shopping center owner and manager in the western United States, has announced details for its first press conference and ceremonial groundbreaking of Verrado Marketplace- the West Valley’s highly anticipated entertainment and lifestyle destination. The press conference and groundbreaking is scheduled for 9:30 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 20. Hailed as The Valley’s Next Greatest Shopping Center and designed to support the rapid growth of Buckeye and … Read More