By Julie Pace, Town Councilmember Thanks to the hard work and diligence of Paradise Valley Mayor Mark Stanton and Town Manager Andrew Ching, our beloved PV Post Office, which has been around for more than 60 years, is being removed from the closure list after the United States Postal Service informed the town of their plans to shut it down. … Read More
Aiming High and Dreaming Big: A Local Community College Student Positions Himself for Greatness
Sometimes the biggest breakthroughs come when we bet on ourselves. That’s exactly what Paradise Valley Community College physics student Julian Douglas did this summer, and our entire community should be celebrating his incredible achievement. Douglas didn’t just land any internship; he secured a coveted spot at Oak Ridge National Laboratory in Tennessee, one of the most prestigious research facilities in … Read More
Area Tourism is Dead? Hardly. Millions in Spending Paints a Bright Picture
For months, we’ve heard dire predictions about tourism’s demise under the current political climate. Critics insisted that political tensions and policy changes would devastate the hospitality industry, particularly in luxury markets like Scottsdale and Paradise Valley. If that’s true, someone forgot to tell the resort owners who are pouring tens of millions into upgrades across the Valley. The numbers tell … Read More
An AP&G Exclusive: An Interview with Former Paradise Valley Mayor Jerry Bien-Willner
Thank you Mr. Mayor for taking the time to chat with us. You’ve been such a long time at the helm, three entire terms, that we all have been really looking forward to hearing about what you learned. Looking back on those three terms, what problem in Paradise Valley was hardest to solve and why? The challenges were constant. I … Read More
The Fight for a Post Office: What Paradise Valley’s Newest Fight is All About
Paradise Valley residents are facing an unexpected blow to their tight-knit community as the United States Postal Service moves to close their town’s sole post office. For more than 60 years, this postal facility has served as more than just a place to mail letters; it’s been a cornerstone of community life in this special town. The closure announcement came … Read More
Town Leaders Ask U.S. Postal Service to Keep Beloved Town Hall Post Office Open
The Town Hall Post Office has been an integral part of the Paradise Valley community for more than 60 years, and town leaders are asking the United States Postal Service (USPS) to keep it open. The USPS notified the Town earlier this month that it plans to close the branch at the end of September. “Our Town post office pre-dates the current town hall … Read More
Paradise Valley Becoming a Celebrity Athlete Hot-Bed? How Our Sleepy Little Town Got On the Map
Move over, Beverly Hills… there’s a new sheriff in town when it comes to being a playground for the wealthy. It’s Paradise Valley that has quietly become the ultimate playground for elite athletes who want to live like royalty without the California price tag or the Miami hurricane drama. Picture this: Mike Tyson, Michael Phelps, and Odell Beckham Jr. cruising … Read More
Town Leaders Ask U.S. Postal Service to Keep Beloved Town Hall Post Office Open
The Town Hall Post Office has been an integral part of the Paradise Valley community for more than 60 years, and town leaders are asking the United States Postal Service (USPS) to keep it open. The USPS notified the Town earlier this month that it plans to close the branch at the end of September. “Our Town post office pre-dates … Read More
AP&G Exclusive: An Interview with Former State Senator Christine Marsh
Hi Christine, thank you so much for your time. Your story has been an interesting one; a former Arizona Teacher of the Year turned politician/public servant. For those who are unaware, you first ran for office in 2018, the year of the massive Red for Ed protests in the state. Was there one single catalyst or event that first prompted … Read More
Paradise Valley Approves New Budget: How are They Spending Your Money?
Paradise Valley might be a relatively small town with a fiscal conservative mindset, but it still has bills to pay. Although its services may be streamlined, its well-off citizenry expects them to be delivered in an effective and timely manner, and with a mindset that prioritizes safety, security, and well-being. That begins and ends with the city’s budget, and that … Read More