Dr. Wilson, thank you so much for your time. As the cost of traditional four-year colleges and cumulative student loan debt continues to balloon, non-traditional educational routes are becoming more and more salient, and none locally have the reputation and track record of the East Valley Institute of Technology (EVIT). You’ve led EVIT for over 7 years through significant changes … Read More
Second Edition of Scottsdale Art Week Assembles Expanded World-Class Global Gallery Lineup for March 19 – 22, 2026 Fair
Curated Mix of Renowned & Emerging Galleries Coming to WestWorld of Scottsdale This March What launched last year as the biggest new American art fair in decades continues to draw worldwide attention, with more than 120 recognized global galleries headed to WestWorld this spring for the second edition of Scottsdale Art Week presented by Scottsdale Ferrari. Slated for Thursday, March 19 through … Read More
The 8th Wonder of the World Graces Us Again This Week: the WM Phoenix Open Returns
Forget the pyramids. Move over, Taj Mahal. The true eighth wonder of the world arrives in Scottsdale this week, and it’s bringing 700,000 rowdy fans, a par-3 stadium hole, and enough bad decisions to fuel a year’s worth of water cooler stories. The WM Phoenix Open isn’t just a golf tournament; it’s controlled chaos masquerading as a sporting event. It’s … Read More
Guest Editorial: Results – Old Town Scottdale
By Councilwoman Jan Dubauskas Your Old Town Scottsdale is a beautiful and uniquely charming area that represents Scottsdale’s western heritage, while also welcoming locals and visitors to enjoy our modern amenities. Last week’s Western Week showed that Old Town is an important part of our past and our future. Unfortunately, it has languished too long without the attention of the city or … Read More
When Partisanship Turns Us Into Monsters: The Mark Holodnak Incident
Mark Holodnak, treasurer for Arizona’s Legislative District 12 Democrats, lost his job and resigned from his party position this week after video surfaced of him screaming vulgar obscenities at young women outside a Phoenix Zipps Sports Grill. His crime? The women had reportedly taken selfies with federal immigration agents. “You little f**king c**ts!” Holodnak shouted repeatedly, chasing the women through … Read More
Scottsdale Community Bank Hosts Matt Mooney, Big Chief of the Phoenix Thunderbirds, to Share Leadership Lessons and What’s New This Year at the WM Phoenix Open
The Quarterly Business Forum Was Held at the PXG Showroom Just a Short Drive from The Greatest Show on Grass Scottsdale Community Bank just wrapped up another successful installment of The Vault, its exclusive business leadership forum, featuring Matt Mooney, Big Chief of the Phoenix Thunderbirds, which operates the world-renowned WM Phoenix Open golf tournament, during a private event held Jan. 22 at the … Read More
Where Cowboy Boots Meet Resort Sandals: Scottsdale Western Week Celebrates a City’s Dual Identity
Every January, something remarkable happens in Old Town Scottsdale. Horse-drawn carriages clatter down streets lined with upscale galleries and modern restaurants. The crack of a bullwhip echoes off contemporary architecture. Cowboys on horseback deliver mail past luxury boutiques. This is Scottsdale Western Week, and it perfectly captures what makes this desert city so distinctive, a seamless blend of Wild West heritage … Read More
The Elephant That Wasn’t in the Room: What Mayor Borowsky Didn’t Say
Mayor Lisa Borowsky delivered her State of the City address last Thursday with plenty to say about internal turmoil, staff departures, and the need for a Charter Review Committee. She spoke of accountability, transparency, and honoring the authority of voters. What she conspicuously didn’t mention? The single most contentious issue that has dominated Scottsdale politics for the past year: the … Read More
The Cardinals Will Soon Be Practicing in North Phoenix and Residents….They Have Strong Opinions
Billboards announcing the Arizona Cardinals’ new practice facility have appeared around north Phoenix, and if local social media is any indication, residents have feelings. Strong feelings. About a practice facility. For a team that just limped to a 3-14 record in what can only be described as a season of existential suffering. The Cardinals purchased a massive 217-acre parcel at … Read More
Guest Editorial: Celebrating Scottsdale’s 75th anniversary and a bright 2026
By Councilmember Barry Graham As we move through early 2026 — the 75th anniversary of our city’s incorporation — I’m filled with optimism and gratitude for our residents. The new conservative council majority voters elected has hit the ground running by focusing on fiscal discipline to maintain our quality of life. Last year was incredibly productive. Under City Manager Greg … Read More

