Media Partners: Please see attached and below for a media advisory for an anticipated press conference at 1:30 p.m. tomorrow at Scottsdale City Hall, 3939 N. Drinkwater Blvd. Mayor Lisa Borowsky to address removal of chief of staff and concerns over actions taken at City Hall Scottsdale Mayor Lisa Borowsky is holding a press conference 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 21 … Read More
Statement from Scottsdale Mayor Lisa Borowsky (with additional context and clarification)
Below is the mayor’s comment regarding the situation with Mr. Whitmer: “I was not provided with any information before or after the city’s recent actions, even though the chief of staff position reports directly to me. Meanwhile, the story was leaked to an ‘anonymous’ blogger six hours before Mr. Whitmer was notified of any investigation. The appearance of two police … Read More
Old Town Does What Old Town Does: BOA Steakhouse Brings Hollywood Glamour to Scottsdale Waterfront
While conversations continue about the future of Old Town Scottsdale, complete with task forces and neighborhood debates (read our full coverage here), the area itself remains unbothered, doing what it does best: attracting world-class dining, shopping, and nightlife experiences that keep it at the forefront of Arizona’s entertainment scene. The latest proof? BOA Steakhouse is set to open along the … Read More
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
Guest Editorial: Council Priorities
By Councilmember Barry Graham
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

