New Cigar Lounge, White Wine Tasting Debut as Upgraded Venue Sets the Stage for an Upscale Kentucky Derby Celebration The Stella Artois Derby DayClub presented by Sanderson Lincoln returns Saturday, May 2, with a refreshed venue, upgraded experiences and brand-new ways to enjoy an unforgettable afternoon at Turf Paradise. From a new cigar lounge to a white wine tasting opportunity, … Read More
Downtown Scottsdale Task Force launches April 21 in heart of Old Town at Western Spirit
Scottsdale Mayor Lisa Borowsky is convening the inaugural meeting of the Downtown Scottsdale Task Force on Tuesday, April 21 at Western Spirit: Scottsdale’s Museum of the West, 3830 N. Marshall Way. The kick-off meeting is from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, April 21, and marks the beginning of a focused community effort to shape the future of Old Town Scottsdale. … Read More
Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community, Mullin 360 Team Up On New Costco Location, The First In The U.S. On Tribal Land
SRPMIC Continues Strategic Growth Through Diverse Economic Development Investments Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community (SRPMIC) and Scottsdale-based Mullin 360 are proud to announce the March 11 approval to build a new Costco at the Loop 101 and Indian School Road. Costco will be located at 4499 N. Pima Rd. in Scottsdale, Arizona and will be built on SRPMIC land just north of the Scottsdale … Read More
Guest Editorial: We Are On the Ballot!
By Bob Littlefield Dear Friends: On Monday Kathy and I filed my paperwork to be on the ballot for City Council in the upcoming election. Despite my late entry into the campaign, you all delivered for me plenty of signatures on my nominating petitions to qualify for the ballot. You also gave me a running start on a campaign war … Read More
Guest Editorial: 1,000-Degree Flashover Training with the Scottsdale Fire Department
By Councilwoman Jan Dubauskas As Chairwoman of the Public Safety Committee, I have the privilege of working closely with Scottsdale’s Police and Fire Departments. Nothing compares to the thrill of saying “yes” to rare opportunities that let me witness—and even participate in—the rigorous training for our first responders. Last week, I joined Scottsdale Fire Department recruits for their first live … Read More
Scottsdale Art Week’s Second Edition Sees Significant Attendance Increase, Opens With $1M Sale
More than 21,000 guests made their way through the gates of WestWorld of Scottsdale this past weekend as Scottsdale Art Week presented by Scottsdale Ferrari delivered increased crowds for 112 galleries across 123 booths. Ticket sales climbed 133% over its inaugural run, and a Justin BUA painting sold for $1.2 million within the first two hours, setting the tone for an unforgettable … Read More
Scottsdale Firefighters Association To Host City Council Candidate Forum: What Can You Expect?
The Scottsdale Firefighters Association has announced it will host a city council candidate forum this April, and it is worth paying attention to. The firefighters’ association has long been one of the most credible civic voices in Scottsdale, with a track record of endorsements that carry real weight with voters across the political spectrum. When they put candidates in a … Read More
Is Water Taking a Back Seat in Scottsdale City Governance? A New Development Implies As Such
By Ronald Sampson Scottsdale has long prided itself on being one of the most forward-thinking cities in the American West when it comes to water policy. For a desert municipality that has watched the Colorado River shrink for decades, that reputation wasn’t just a point of civic pride; it was existential planning. Which is what makes a quiet but consequential … Read More
Guest Editorial: What Makes a Good Candidate
By Mary Manross Do you know Solange Whitehead? I have known her for over 20 years. That is why I am proud to serve as Honorary Chair for her campaign for Scottsdale City Council. The first question I have for candidates is what do they believe are the most critical issues facing Scottsdale? Secondly, have they ever shown an ability … Read More
Scottsdale has a New State Legislator: Who is Cody Reim and What Does It Mean for November?
If the name Cody Reim doesn’t ring a bell, you’re not alone. The Rio Verde Foothills small business owner wasn’t exactly a fixture of Scottsdale-area political circles before this week. But as of Tuesday, he’s your state representative. The Maricopa County Board of Supervisors appointed Reim to fill the Arizona House vacancy in Legislative District 3, created when Joseph Chaplik … Read More