There’s not too much to complain about in Scottsdale. However, one frequent concern from voters is traffic. Residents will often decry the construction of large apartment complexes out of concerns of increased traffic, and developments will often fail to pass through council without robust traffic mitigation plans. It’s a very real concern. So when the news broke that a large … Read More
The Russ Lyon Foundation Celebrates 10 Years of Charitable Giving
With over 140 different organizations helped over the last decade, the Russ Lyon Foundation has turned into one of the more prominent philanthropy organizations in Arizona. For more than 77 years, the agents, owners and employees of Arizona’s leading luxury real estate brokerage Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty have been involved in community service work and with charitable organizations throughout Arizona, either … Read More
Contentious Protests Hit Home in Scottsdale
The Israel/Gaza conflict has undoubtedly been a global hot-button issue. You would have to actively avoid news and current events to not have at least heard of the protests on college campuses around, often turning extremely contentious. Arizona State University had a significant issue with over 70 arrests of students on its campus. One would assume that a city such … Read More
Scottsdale Research Institute gears-up for 1st ever Natural Psilocybin Mushroom Human Trial Funded by State of Arizona
By the Scottsdale Research Institute Scottsdale Research Institute (SRI) announced today it will lead the first government-funded global study on whole natural psilocybin mushrooms, positioning Arizona as a leader in psilocybin research. This groundbreaking initiative was driven by a diverse coalition of military veterans, firefighters, and Arizonans with terminal illnesses, who successfully advocated for the legislature to approve $5 million … Read More
Axon President the Highest Paid Executive Officer in Arizona (While They Continue to be a Thorn in the Side of Scottsdale)
What a wonderful year it has been for Axon. Every quarterly earnings report seems to come with it blockbuster financials, with massive revenue, huge profits, and a skyrocketing stock price. Everything seems to be going wonderfully for the company, even as it threatens and bullies the city of Scottsdale to get everything it wants (read the whole story here). How … Read More
Guest Editorial: Statement from Pinal County Sheriff and US Senate Candidate Mark Lamb
I have received numerous calls and texts from supporters stating that they were appalled by Kari Lake’s comment that I am a “coward” for not doing her bidding regarding the 2022 election results. While I personally didn’t allow her comment to upset me, as I’ve been called worse, it’s obvious that Kari Lake thinks our justice system and laws exist … Read More
Scottsdale Candidates Opposing “To Protect & Preserve” Scottsdale Ballot Initiative Trailing In New Poll While Supporters Lead
Opposing the To Protect and To Preserve Scottsdale ballot initiative may not be helpful if you are running for Scottsdale Mayor or a seat on the City Council. The measure would improve city parks along the Indian Bend Wash and in southern Scottsdale as well as protect the McDowell Sonoran Preserve. It would also provide new resources for public safety. … Read More
Ruben Gallego Out-Pivoting Kari Lake and Muscling Her Out of the Middle
By Alexander Lomax Typically in political campaigns that have both a contested primary election and a contentious general election, there exists the time-honored tradition of the Pivot: each candidate will play to the wings of their party in order to win the primary, and then move towards the center for the general election in order to appeal to a wider … Read More
Valley-Based Cardone Ventures Introduces 10X Roofing: A Division Focused on Transforming One of 2024’s Fastest Growing Industries
Visionary President Greg Bolt will bring his proven track record and expertise to Cardone Ventures and assist business owners in scaling their operations, creating value, and finding buyers. Cardone Ventures, the Scottsdale-based company that teaches other companies how to 10X their business, is proud to announce that it will be bringing its expertise to entrepreneurs in a brand new industry with 10X Roofing. … Read More
Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty’s Announces the Top Five Home Sales in Paradise Valley for 2024
Paradise Valley Remains an Incredibly Robust Real Estate Market with Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty at the Helm Demand will always be robust for the most luxurious custom homes in a town such as Paradise Valley, and this notion is exemplified by Arizona’s leading luxury real estate brokerage Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty. At the helm, Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International … Read More