Some artists chase charts. Some chase radio. Roger Clyne has spent thirty years chasing something harder to pin down: the soul of a place. This weekend, the Tempe-born singer and his Peacemakers marked two milestones at once: the release of Hell to Breakfast, his first album in nearly a decade, and the 30th anniversary of Fizzy Fuzzy Big & Buzzy, … Read More
$10.4 million win positions Scottsdale to take first step to transform WestWorld drainage infrastructure
The Water Infrastructure Financing Authority of Arizona (WIFA) has approved a $10,436,918 low-cost loan, including $1 million in principal forgiveness, to support major drainage improvements at WestWorld of Scottsdale — a key priority of Mayor Lisa Borowsky’s administration. The investment marks a major first step forward in delivering long-needed improvements that will enhance WestWorld’s safety, operations, and economic performance, Mayor … Read More
Scottsdale’s Cultural Excellence Continues This Week with Scottsdale Art Week: What You Should Know
Scottsdale has been quietly staking its claim as one of the Southwest’s premier cultural destinations, and this week offers another piece of evidence. Scottsdale Art Week returns for its sophomore outing starting today and lasting until this Sunday at WestWorld of Scottsdale, and if the buzz surrounding it is any indication, the city’s arts scene is very much arriving on … Read More
Guest Editorial: Scottsdale Water is Fast Becoming the New Gold!
By Bob Littlefield Dear Friends: For years overdevelopment has taken a heavy toll on Scottsdale’s special character and high quality of life. Clogged roads, blocked views, higher taxes and overburdened infrastructure have been the legacy of the overdevelopment previous City Council majorities have approved. But now, overdevelopment poses another threat to Scottsdale’s residents – water shortages! Arizona is suffering from … Read More
The End of an Era: Bobby Hurley is Out and ASU Basketball Takes a New Direction
Eleven seasons. Three NCAA Tournament appearances. And one absolutely brutal final exit. Bobby Hurley’s time as Arizona State’s head men’s basketball coach is officially over, with athletic director Graham Rossini announcing that Hurley’s contract would not be renewed just hours after the Sun Devils’ blowout 91-42 loss to No. 7 Iowa State in the Big 12 tournament. It was a … Read More
ParkingGate 2.0: Scottsdale’s $100K-Per-Spot Garage Just Won’t Quit
By Alexander Lomax Just when you thought Scottsdale’s most dramatic parking saga might finally find a spot to rest, the city went ahead and unveiled its grand vision for the Brown Avenue Parking Structure Expansion: a four-level, Western-style garage that will set taxpayers back a cool $18 million, or roughly $100,000 per parking stall. Yes, per stall. Let that marinate. … Read More
Is There an Anti-Incumbent Wave in Tempe? Recent City Elections Border on Shocking
Something unexpected is happening in Tempe. The March 2026 city council election, a race for three seats among seven candidates including three incumbents, has produced results that few political observers saw coming, and the story isn’t over yet. The clearest winner of the night was incumbent Arlene Chin, who cleared the majority threshold outright and earned re-election without a runoff. … Read More
It’s Official: I am on the Ballot
By Councilwoman Solange Whitehead It’s Official: I am on the Ballot Get ready to vote in the July 21, 2026 Primary Election! I’m pleased to announce that my nominating paperwork is filed and I am officially on the ballot for re‑election to Scottsdale City Council. With the incredible help of volunteers—and knocking on doors and visiting neighborhoods —I proudly … Read More
When It Matters Most: HonorHealth and the Heart of Scottsdale
There are moments in life when everything hangs in the balance… when the difference between tragedy and miracle comes down to the skill, the speed, and the compassion of the people in the room. In Scottsdale, those people often wear an HonorHealth badge. A recent story shared by the City of Scottsdale captures exactly that kind of moment. A mother … Read More
A Career Built on Service: Jeff Walther Announces Retirement from Scottsdale
After 32 years of service to the City of Scottsdale and a career arc few could have scripted. Assistant City Manager Jeff Walther announced this week that he will retire on April 3, 2026. In a letter shared with city staff, Walther reflected with characteristic grace on a journey that took him from patrol officer to the highest ranks of … Read More