ParkingGate Reaches its Conclusion with a Resounding Yes Vote. Perhaps We Can Argue About Something More Important Now

By Alexander Lomax Scottsdale’s great parking garage drama has finally ended. After weeks of petitions, protests, and enough civic outrage to fill several farmers markets, the Scottsdale City Council voted 5-2 last Tuesday night to approve the construction contract for the Brown Avenue parking structure in Old Town. Construction could begin as early as this summer, with the city eyeing … Read More

The Scottsdale Chief of Staff Saga Gets Even Wilder with a $1.5 Million Lawsuit

By Ronald Sampson The Lamar Whitmer story was already one of the stranger chapters in recent Scottsdale political history. Now it has a price tag. Whitmer, Mayor Lisa Borowsky’s former chief of staff, has filed a notice of claim against the city, demanding $1.5 million to settle his grievances or face a lawsuit. It is the latest escalation in a saga that … Read More

Guest Editorial: Chaplik for Congress Update

Friends, As you may have heard, I am now running for the open U.S. Congressional seat in our district replacing outgoing David Schweikert.  My fundraising has been strong for the state legislature but now I must increase those efforts 10X.  Our monthly goal is $200,000 for competing in this race.  Since I have served a great portion of this congressional … Read More

Harris/Wilz Rally May Be Canary in the Coal Mine for Arizona Republicans

By Alexander Lomax I don’t have to tell you that Arizona has become a hotspot of national politics; our state had the closest margin of victory for Biden of any other state, and while the most recent polls of Trump versus Biden showed a strong lead for Trump, perhaps to a degree where it would no longer be the center … Read More

Guest Editorial – It’s Not Just You: There’s Been a Lot of Construction

by John Coppotelli IV You haven’t just been imagining it: there has been a lot of construction recently. Some of the busiest streets and neighborhoods in the valley have been under construction for months. While these projects are intended to be beneficial, they have made it more difficult for people to reach their destinations. For instance, 68th Street between Indian … Read More

Beloved Phoenix Venue Closing Down: What Happened?

Our area is a growing one, and while there is always some turnover in the hospitality industry we have largely had the pleasure of having many new and exciting options for eating and drinking. Every once in a while a fantastic and promising option that seems like it’s bound to stay fails however, and it leads us to scratch our … Read More

Gov. Hobbs and Democrats Keep Moving to the Right on Immigration

By Ronald Sampson Any “old hats” who have followed politics for a while have undoubtedly seen the phenomenon of how political performance level at the national level impacts that at the state and local level. For instance, if a President is incredibly popular, lower-level politicians of the same party will do their best to ride the coattails, to match styles … Read More

Celebrate Our Nation’s Independence with the Finest Homes for Sale by Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty

These estates offer the most exquisite ways to celebrate the holiday, whether it’s swimming, barbequing, or sitting back and watching fireworks. America’s holiday is coming up soon, and many are certain to be celebrating with friends and family, eating well, enjoying cold beverages and celebrating our freedom. Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty represents Arizona homes that perfectly exemplify that spirit … Read More

Suddenly Arizona Has the 2nd Highest Gas Prices in America: Who Do We Blame?

Gas prices are always a hot button subject…when they’re high, at least. They certainly were during last year’s massive spike. But you may have noticed that prices these days are high. Really high. How high? Arizona recently hit 2nd place amongst all US states in gas prices, second only to California and their notoriously ridiculous prices. So what gives? Now … Read More