Guest Editorial: Axon Lawsuit Updates.

By Bob Littlefield Dear Friends: Happy New Year! I want to start off 2026 by insuring everyone is up to speed on the status of our effort to stop Axon from building one of the largest apartment complexes in Scottsdale history against the express wishes of the vast majority of Scottsdale residents. To recap; at the November 17th City Council … Read More

The Goldwater Institute Needs To Respect Scottsdale Residents

By Carla 61 Year Scottsdale Resident &  Preserve Pioneer REALLY?! Once again, the Goldwater Institute thinks it knows Scottsdale better than its residents. A recent editorial from the Institute’s CEO Victor Riches touts an unnecessary hospital rezoning by Banner Health that will reduce the quality of Scottsdale’s healthcare, citywide. Riches’ wrongheaded position comes after a judge recently dismissed a lawsuit … Read More

Scottsdale Might Get an Old Town Task Force. Is This Even Necessary?

By Alexander Lomax In a bit of a surprise move, Mayor Lisa Borowsky has called a special City Council meeting for January 7 to discuss creating a Downtown Task Force focused on Old Town Scottsdale. According to a letter to the Old Town business community, the proposed task force would “evaluate and refine the Downtown Character Area Plan and current … Read More

Scottsdale’s Healthcare System Works—Let’s Keep It That Way

By Mike Welborn I am proud to be a Scottsdale resident and to serve as Chair of the HonorHealth Board of Directors. Nearly twenty years ago, I joined the Scottsdale Healthcare Board, and since then have taken seriously the responsibility of safeguarding our community’s health and well-being while ensuring every patient receives timely, high-quality care. HonorHealth has upheld this commitment … Read More

Campaign Launch Party

  Campaign Launch Party Tuesday, January 20, 2026 5:30 – 7:30 pm Desert Camp Community Center 9260 E Desert Camp Dr, Scottsdale, AZ 85255 Please join us for wine and hors d’oeuvres to celebrate the launch of my campaign for Scottsdale City Council. We look forward to sharing the evening with you and welcoming your support. Thank you to our … Read More

Arizona’s Signature Art Event Returns: What to Know About Scottsdale Art Week 2026

Arizona’s most ambitious cultural event is returning for its second year, and it’s already shaping up to be bigger and better than its blockbuster debut. Scottsdale Art Week, presented by Scottsdale Ferrari, returns to WestWorld of Scottsdale March 19-22, 2026, and in conjunction with the myriad art galleries in Old Town is helping cement Scottsdale’s position as a premier arts … Read More

Where There’s Smoke: One Pervert at SUSD Ends Up Being Multiple. Is This a Real Problem?

In what now seems to be a recurring theme, Scottsdale Unified School District faces another troubling chapter in its ongoing struggles with employee misconduct. In just the past three months, three district employees have lost their positions over allegations of inappropriate behavior involving minors. This isn’t merely another bureaucratic misstep; it’s a pattern that demands serious attention from parents and … Read More

Let’s Enter 2026 the Right Way: Where You Should Be on New Year’s Eve in Scottsdale

As the clock ticks down on 2025, Scottsdale, as always, will transform into one of Arizona’s most exciting destinations for New Year’s Eve celebrations. Whether you’re seeking glamorous rooftop parties, elegant dinners, or high-energy dance floors, our city has something for everyone looking to welcome 2026 in style. W Scottsdale Renaissance Affair Step into a Bridgerton-inspired wonderland at W Scottsdale’s … Read More

Scottsdale Tips Of The Week

A city that is rapidly become a hot new culinary destination, Scottsdale recently welcomed 2 new additions not to be missed. Wolf by Vanderpump has views and a vibe on the 7th floor of the Caesar’s Republic hotel that you need to experience to believe.  And 40-Love which has replaced the long-time Kelly’s Pub in Old Town with a good, … Read More