In a city where everything is photographed for Instagram, from your pink pasta to your overpriced mimosas, two alleged lovebirds forgot one crucial Scottsdale survival rule: assume you’re always on camera. Last month, Corrisa K. Sucanick, 30, and Brian H. Morrow, 39, were arrested for what can only be described as the most romantically misguided burglary in Old Town history. … Read More
Tell Me if You’ve Heard This Story Before: More Fraud Originating from Our City
If you’re a regular reader of the Arizona Progress & Gazette, you’ve seen this story before. Scottsdale, with its affluent and aging population, has become notorious as both a haven for fraudsters and a prime hunting ground for scams. This week’s case is just the latest chapter in an unfortunately familiar narrative. Robert Swagger, a Scottsdale man, has been ordered … Read More
Guest Editorial: Elections Lawsuit Update: Victory! And District 2 News…
By Supervisor Thomas Galvin Hello Neighbors, As we gather with loved ones this Thanksgiving, I’m reminded of how fortunate we are to live in a such a safe and thriving community. We own a special debt of gratitude to our veterans, sheriff’s deputies, and all our first responders who bravely serve and protect us. May this season bring peace, joy, … Read More
Our Farmer’s Market is Moving: Here are the Pros and Cons
So, big news if you’re a Saturday market regular: the Old Town Scottsdale Farmers Market is packing up and heading to the city hall parking lot when the 2026-27 season kicks off. After more than a decade at the First Street and Brown Avenue parking garage, change is coming, and honestly, people have feelings about it. Let’s start with the … Read More
Despite Issues, the WM Open Remains a Juggernaut
The WM Phoenix Open has weathered its share of storms this year, but the tournament’s ability to pull off major entertainment coups proves it remains one of golf’s most formidable events. Yes, the Scottsdale spectacle has faced legitimate criticism. From concerns about overcrowding and unruly fan behavior to questions about whether the party atmosphere overshadows the actual golf, the WM … Read More
Scottsdale Mayor Lisa Borowsky Channels Pinocchio
By Alexander Lomax Facing an onslaught of negativity for crafting a capitulation rather than a compromise with Axon over its massive apartment plan on Monday night, Mayor Lisa Borowsky sent out the press release below. After getting booed yesterday at the Palo Verde Republican Women’s meeting I get the attempt at spin. Unfortunately, our reliable sources are able to debunk … Read More
Scottsdale Ferrari, UBS, NetJets, Optima & City of Scottsdale Among Sponsors of Largest New American Art Fair in Decades
Second Annual Art Fair Set to Return to WestWorld March 19 – 22, 2026, With All-Star Partners Scottsdale Art Week Presented by Scottsdale Ferrari will return to WestWorld March 19 – 22, 2026, with the City of Scottsdale joining as a prominent sponsor of the largest new American art fair in decades. The city joins a powerhouse roster of other sponsors and community partners, including … Read More
In Memorium of a Scottsdale Legend
This past week brought with it unfortunate news for the city of Scottsdale; that it has lost one of its greatest champions. Bill Walton, the landscape architect and former city councilman whose vision transformed a flood-prone marsh into one of America’s most celebrated urban greenbelts, passed away on November 3 at the age of 95. Walton arrived in Scottsdale in … Read More
Dubauskas: Final Axon Update
By Councilwoman Jan Dubauskas You elect us to make tough votes. You elect us to protect Scottsdale and keep Scottsdale special. You elect us to fight for your constitutional rights. You did not elect us to make excuses or to bow to corporate interests. Over the past year, you have sent us thousands of emails, asking, begging, pleading with Council to side with … Read More
Scottsdale’s Other Side of Bad Charlie Kirk Politics: This is NOT the Way
By Alexander Lomax I apparently couldn’t go more than a week without some reactionary bullocks regarding Scottsdale and Charlie Kirk came across my screen. Literally just last week I wrote this piece where I questioned why Scottsdale officials were considering a memorial for Charlie Kirk. And just like Isaac Newton said, with every action comes an equal and opposite reaction. … Read More