Guest Editorial: Leadership in Action: Bob Littlefield Steps Up to Stop the Axon Faction’s Sellout of Scottsdale

By Scottsdale Voter Just in time for Christmas, three-term Councilor and TAAAZE founder Bob Littlefield, delivers a gift to residents: a second lawsuit against the City’s shameful backroom MOU with Axon. This latest suit goes straight at the outrageous November 17 “compromise” that the Axon Faction, led by unpopular Democrat Solange Whitehead and embattled Mayor Lisa Borowsky, rammed through on a … Read More

Guest Editorial: More conservative leaders endorse the campaign!

By George Khalaf I am humbled and grateful to announce the latest round of endorsements for my campaign for Arizona State House in LD3. These leaders represent patriotism, clarity, conservatism, America-First ideals and common sense. They make our state great. They reflect the voices of our grassroots, who will always be the backbone of this campaign. I’ve been proud to … Read More

Profiles in Courage: When Mayors Choose Constituents Over Corporate Pressure

By Alexander Lomax Sometimes the measure of leadership isn’t found in what you approve, but in what you have the courage to oppose. The contrast between Chandler Mayor Kevin Hartke’s decisive rejection of an unpopular AI data center and Scottsdale Mayor Lisa Borowsky’s handling of the unpopular Axon development reveals two fundamentally different approaches to serving constituents when corporate interests … Read More

Guest Editorial: Scottsdale deserves leaders we can trust

By Christian Serena Politics and passion often go hand in hand. But when passion replaces accuracy — especially by an elected official — our entire community suffers. Residents deserve clarity from leaders we can trust. In her recent Scottsdale Independent opinion, Councilwoman Solange Whitehead claims the council “silenced” the public by adjusting when citizens can speak during meetings. That’s not … Read More

Guest Editorial: A Giant Step Backwards for Scottsdale

By Betty Janik At the last Scottsdale Council meeting of 2025, the Bloc majority consisting of Council Members Graham, Dubauskas, Kwasman, and Littlefield, voted to make significant changes to public comment guidelines.  These changes include: Elimination of public comment at the beginning of Council Meetings. Reduction of public comment to one session at the END of the meeting. Increase the … Read More

Celebrating Excellence: The 39th Annual Sterling Awards Showcase Scottsdale’s Best

For 39 years, the Sterling Awards have stood as the gold standard for recognizing business excellence in Scottsdale. Produced by the Scottsdale Area Chamber of Commerce, the awards recognize leadership within the local business world and honor organizations that help build a vibrant and prosperous community through business leadership. The 2025 honorees announced last month at the Embassy Suites by … Read More

Scottsdale Art Week Unveils Honoree Lineup, Opening Night Vernissage Details Ahead of March 19 – 22, 2026, Celebration

Four-Day International Art Fair Returns to WestWorld of Scottsdale This Spring With 120 Galleries From 15 Countries With galleries from across the country and around the world converging and a slate of esteemed honorees ready to step into the spotlight, Scottsdale Art Week presented by Scottsdale Ferrari returns to WestWorld of Scottsdale March 19 – 22, 2026. It all kicks off with an … Read More

Scottsdale’s Public Comment Changes: A Mixed Bag for Resident Engagement

By Alexander Lomax After a marathon five-hour meeting that ended at 10 p.m., the Scottsdale City Council voted 4-3 to implement significant changes to how residents can participate in council meetings. The decision has sparked debate about transparency and accessibility in local government. So what changed? In what supporters frame as an expansion of public access, the council increased the … Read More

Fresh Hope for South Scottsdale: Sprouts Coming to Papago Plaza

Long ignored within the city’s politics and growth, South Scottsdale is finally getting its moment in the sun. Sprouts Farmers Market has confirmed plans to open a new location at Papago Plaza, at the southwest corner of McDowell and Scottsdale Road, with an expected opening in late 2025. For residents of this often-overlooked neighborhood, the announcement is more than just … Read More