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On Point: 345 Wealth Management Offers Comprehensive, Customized Planning Firm from Industry’s Leading Experts
In recent months, 345 Wealth Management opened its doors in Scottsdale. The full-service financial services firm, which is located at 4835 E. Cactus Rd., Suite 255, is focused on comprehensive planning as it relates to ...
Keep Local Dollars Local: Connecting Scottsdale North Gift Card Encourages Residents to Shop Locally
By Sondra Barr Over 30 years ago, prominent Realtor Scott Gaertner discovered his passion, helping folks to discover the best part of the Valley––Scottsdale North. Since that discovery, he has worked directly for developers selling ...
Healthy Home Flooring: Locally Owned and Operated Company wants to “Floor You” with their Quality
Braden Sherman is a customer experience and marketing expert at Healthy Home Flooring. She shares that Healthy Home Flooring aims to “floor” customers with their quality products and services from the very first phone call. ...

CITY NEWS

Scottsdale 411: The Latest Local News You Need to Know

Annual Scottsdale Fire Department Toy Drive Scottsdale Fire is accepting unwrapped toys and gift cards through Dec. 21 at SFD f

December 1, 2022

Scottsdale Charros Announce 2023 Scottsdale Parada Del Sol Historic Parade Call for Entries

Photo Courtesy of the Scottsdale CharrosEntry admissions are now open for the 69th Annual Scottsdale Parada Del Sol Historic

December 1, 2022

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Desert Foothills Leadership Academy Now Accepting Applications for Class of 2023

Photo Courtesy of Desert Foothills Leadership AcademyThe Holland Center and Carefree Cave Creek Chamber of Commerce next Des

December 1, 2022

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Scottsdale Gateway Monument Replacement Project Underway

Photo Courtesy of City of ScottsdaleResidents and visitors entering Scottsdale will soon be welcomed to the city by new arti

December 1, 2022

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Fine Wine and Gallery Art Pairing Experience LDV Winery and Anticus Fine Art Gallery host educational event.

Photos Courtesy of LDV WineryLDV Winery and Anticus Fine Art Gallery present their monthly Fine Wine and Gallery Art Pairing

December 1, 2022

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Scottsdale Fire Department to Join Cancer Study

Scottsdale Fire Department will participate in a new $4 million grant to address occupational-related cancer among firefighters

December 1, 2022

New Interior Design Firm, Artistic Dwellings – Decorating Den, Opens

Photos Courtesy of Artistic DwellingsArtistic Dwellings – Decorating Den, a brand-new unique interior design firm dedicated

December 1, 2022

Public Artwork Livens Up New Sports Complex in Scottsdale

Photos Courtesy of Scottdale ArtsA new public artwork has joined the Scottsdale Public Art Permanent Collection.Arizona

December 1, 2022

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Fire, Fun, & Food Kasai Japanese Steakhouse Delights Guests

By Gretchen Pahia Photos Courtesy of Kasai Japanese SteakhouseWhat do you get when you mix food with fire? Tons of fun, if

December 1, 2022

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Celebrate the Holidays with Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale at Troon North

Photo Courtesy of Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale at Troon NorthCreate new family holiday traditions together this December a

December 1, 2022

Holiday Hooves & Howls

Photos Courtesy of ScottsdazzleScottsdale’s month-long holiday extravaganza Scottsdazzle continues through Dec. 31 featuring

December 1, 2022

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Holiday Tidings at Scottsdale Fashion Square

A season filled with good tidings and cheer is kicking off with none other than Santa Claus himself, when the Jolly Old Elf make

December 1, 2022

Black Tie Masquerade Cooper’s Hawk Wine Club members partake in unique events.

Celebrate the end of 2022 and welcome 2023 in style at the Black-Tie Masquerade. Held at Cooper’s Hawk Winery & Restaurant o

December 1, 2022

BODYTRAFFIC to present dance performance full of invention, attitude, and urban edge

Photo Courtesy of Scottsdale Center for the Performing ArtsBODYTRAFFIC makes its return to Scottsdale Center for the Perform

December 1, 2022

M Culinary Concepts Launches Hiring Initiative Ahead of Valley’s Biggest Events: State’s Largest Catering Concept to Hire Hundreds of Hospitality Professionals for Winter/Spring Events Season, Including Super Bowl LVII, WM Phoenix Open.

Photo Courtesy of M Culinary ConceptsArizona-based M Culinary Concepts, the state’s largest event catering company, will hir

December 1, 2022

Arizona Gold Mining Experience Open to the Public on Dec. 10

Photos Courtesy of Cave Creek MuseumCave Creek Museum will open the Arizona Gold Mining Experience to the public on Dec. 10.

December 1, 2022

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Foothills Food Bank & Resource Center Seeks Holiday Adopt-a-Family Donors

Photo Courtesy of Foothills Food Bank & Resource CenterThe Foothills Food Bank & Resource Center seeks donors to Ado

November 1, 2022

Cave Creek Museum and Kiwanis Family Fun Day offers Thanksgiving on the Dude Ranch

Photo Courtesy of the Cave Creek MuseumKiwanis Family Fun Day and the Cave Creek Museum host “Thanksgiving on the Dude Ranch

November 1, 2022

Feel the “Spirit of the Season” at Upscale Singers Concerts

Photo Courtesy of Upscale SingersWatching singers enjoy performing is fun for the audience, too. That’s the mindset behind e

November 1, 2022

Father and Son Rock Black Mountain Guitar Co.

Photo Courtesy of Rock Black Mountain Guitar Co.Father and son Ed and Kyle Heisler opened Black Mountain Guitar Co. in the s

November 1, 2022

Scottsdale 411: The Latest Local News You Need to Know

American Legion Post 34 to Serve Free Steak Dinners to Veterans Photo Courtesy of American Legion Post 34 On Veterans Day, Fr

November 1, 2022

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Pickle and Social Set to Open in Scottsdale

Photos Courtesy of Pickle and SocialPickle and Social is expanding to Scottsdale inside The Sydney, a 22-acre mixed-used dev

November 1, 2022

Jazz Season Kicks Off at Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts

Photos by Jacob Blickenstaff and Anthony PidgeonA season full of jazz at Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts will kick

November 1, 2022

Holiday Festivities Abound at Scottsdale Quarter

Photos Courtesy of Scottsdale QuarterUsher in the holiday season at Scottsdale Quarter, the Valley’s premier open-air shoppi

November 1, 2022

Canal Convergence: Celebrating 10 Years of Water + Art + Light

Photos Courtesy of Scottsdale Public ArtScottsdale Public Art’s free annual public art event, Canal Convergence Water + Art

November 1, 2022

Hidden in the Hills Artist Studio Tour Features 174 Artists

Photos Courtesy of Hidden in the HillsArizona’s largest and longest-running artist studio tour, Hidden in the Hills, returns

October 31, 2022

Scottsdale 411: The Latest Local News You Need to Know

Adaptive Services Continues Partnership with School District’s Vocational Training Program Scottsdale Unified School District’s

September 30, 2022

New Motorcycle Lane Filtering Law in Effect

As of Sept. 24, a new motorcycle lane filtering law is in effect. Passed during the most recent legislative session, the new law

September 30, 2022

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Nominations now open for Scottsdale’s 2023 Diversity Champions

Scottsdale’s Diversity Champions are individuals who exemplify the philosophy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and who have enriche

September 30, 2022

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Ravenscroft Brings World Class Musical Artists to Scottsdale

Photos Courtesy of RavenscroftRavenscroft delivers exceptional musical experiences that showcase the talents of renowned mus

September 30, 2022

REAL ESTATE & HOME

Learn From an Expert How to Scorpion-Proof Your Home This Winter
By Tony Gonzalez With temperatures cooling off sooner than normal at night this year, there’s ...
Scottsdale North to Have its First Park
By Scott Gaertner, Associate Broker It now appears that Ashler Hills Park has jumped through ...
Four Things to Consider When Renting Out Your Home Short-Term
By Levi Claridge, Member, The Cavanagh Law Firm Online home-sharing, such as Airbnb, VRBO, and ...
Excellent News Your Scottsdale North Property Taxes Dropped!
By Scott Gaertner, Associate Broker Those of you who paid your 2021 property taxes this ...
Listing Season Is Coming. Are You Getting Your House Ready to Sell?
By Scott Gaertner, Associate Broker Contrary to what is seen in most of the country, ...
Targeted: Why Homeowners Keep Getting Unsolicited Offers on Their Homes
By Scott Gaertner, Associate Broker Why homeowners keep receiving offers on their houses while they ...
A Return to Balance: Market Uncertainty is Temporary
By Scott Gaertner, Associate Broker My June article described how the Scottsdale North real estate ...
The Real Estate Market Is Changing
By Scott Gaertner, Associate Broker Many of you have asked me to let you know ...
A Huge Opportunity for Homes With Warts
By Scott Gaertner, Associate Broker In my over 30-year real estate career I have never ...
Does Your Real Estate Agent Really Have Your Best Interest In Mind?
By Scott Gaertner, Associate Broker Recently I noticed that there was a new movie on ...

December 1, 2022

Learn From an Expert How to Scorpion-Proof Your Home This Winter
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Learn From an Expert How to Scorpion-Proof Your Home This Winter

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By Tony Gonzalez With temperatures cooling off sooner than normal ...

November 30, 2022

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Scottsdale North to Have its First Park

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By Scott Gaertner, Associate Broker It now appears that Ashler ...

November 1, 2022

Four Things to Consider When Renting Out Your Home Short-Term
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Four Things to Consider When Renting Out Your Home Short-Term

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By Levi Claridge, Member, The Cavanagh Law Firm Online home-sharing, ...

BUSINESS

Maricopa County #1; Greater Phoenix #2: Fastest U.S. Metro Growth in 2020

By Eric Jay TollWhen the news gets out that Greater Phoenix is one of the top places in the nation to find a new job opport

May 31, 2021

Paychex Small Business Employment Watch April Wage Gains

Greater Phoenix Tops Nation in Small Business Wage Gains; Arizona Comes In Third

By Eric Jay TollPhoenix topped the nation with a 5.67 percent hourly wage hike, based on one-month annualized wage growth d

May 31, 2021

Greater Phoenix Adds Thousands of Jobs; Close to Pre-Pandemic Levels

By Eric Jay TollThe Greater Phoenix metro area gained almost 10,000 jobs in March 2021 over February numbers in the Arizona

May 31, 2021

Arizona Tied for Top Spot in Nation for 2020 Personal Income Growth

By Eric Jay TollIn February, Greater Phoenix gained 13,400 jobs over January 2021, putting the workforce within 3.6 percent

May 3, 2021

‘Tax time’ memo on 1040 individual tax form

Four Changes of the 2020 Tax Season

By Tom Wheelwright, CPAIf you have more questions than usual regarding your taxes, you’re not alone. The effects of the cor

March 2, 2021

Hello My Name Is Jennifer Muff of Moxi Medical Associates

Hi, my name is: Jennifer MuffMy company & title is: Moxi Medical Associates, owner and nurse practitionerA typical

February 5, 2021

Hiring Tips and Resources for a New Job in 2021

The COVID-19 pandemic has had an impact on almost every sector of the economy. Many Arizonans were laid off or furloughed.

January 11, 2021

12 Ways to Support Local Small Businesses In The New Year

The New Year can bring on new problems for small businesses. Why? Because consumers supported them during the holidays and give

January 11, 2021

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Out With the Old, In With the New

By Libby Banks with the Law Office of Libby Banks, PLLCAs we start the New Year, I want to talk about older methods of esta

December 31, 2020

The Benefits of Crafty Virtual Team Builders

By Heidi Koffman and Emily WottrengIt’s pretty fair to say that 2020 is the year of national anxiety and depression—and qua

December 1, 2020

New Resources Available to Support Small Businesses, Business Recruitment and the Hospitality Industry

Arizona’s small businesses and hospitality sector have been especially hard hit by the pandemic, with thousands of jobs lost si

November 30, 2020

Remote Work Tips From a Local CEO

North Scottsdale based Shandee Chernow founded CertiStar in 2017.I launched CertiStar a little over two years ago and curren

May 12, 2020

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6 Ways How to Support Your Favorite Local Business in a Time of Need

It’s no secret that businesses of all shapes and sizes are struggling right now. The recent pandemic has virtually put the world

April 15, 2020

Hi, my name is... Joe Pepp

Hi, my name is... Joe PeppMy company and title is…. Extra Mile Painting Company, OwnerA typical day in my life includes…

April 10, 2020

Hi, my name is... Layne Kizler

Hi, my name is... Layne KizlerMy company and title is…. AZ Dog Sports, operating partnerA typical day in my life include

April 9, 2020

Hi, my name is... Darrell Peruch

Hi, my name is... Darrell PeruchMy company and title is.... A-Authentic Garage Door Service Co., PresidentA typical day

April 9, 2020

Hi, our names are ... John and Trish Degraaf

Hi, our names are ... John and Trish DegraafOur company and titles are... Triton Cabinets, President and Vice PresidentA

April 9, 2020

companies currently hiring

With unemployment skyrocketing nationally, many find themselves in the position of seeking new or additional employment. Here ar

March 27, 2020

The Power of Networking

By Molly Cerreta SmithNetworking is one of the most beneficial ways to take any business to the next level or for new busine

January 31, 2020

BUSINESS PROS CONNECT: YOUR FREE LOCAL NETWORKING GROUP

We’ve all heard the saying, “It’s not WHAT you know, but WHO you know.” This rings most true in the business world.Networki

October 4, 2019

ZILLOW GROUP CELEBRATES ONE-YEAR ANNIVERSARY OF ZILLOW OFFERS and OPENS it’s SOUTHWEST HUB IN Scottsdale

Most of you are already familiar with the Zillow Group, which houses one of the largest portfolios of real estate brands on mob

May 31, 2019

Renee A. Hanson Honored As Top Best-In-State Wealth Advisor by Forbes Magazine

Renee A. Hanson, CFP®, ChFC®, CEP®, CDFATM, CFS®, BFA®, APMA®, a Private Wealth Advisor with Ameriprise Financial in Phoenix, w

April 1, 2019

2019 Study Ranks Scottsdale the Best City for Jobs in U.S.

The City of Scottsdale has been named by WalletHub as the best city in the U.S. to find a job. The 2019 study cites 30 key indi

February 1, 2019

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Three Tips For Leading A Successful Entrepreneurial Life

The life of an entrepreneur – or at least the idea behind that life – can seem enticing to just about everyone.You launch

January 1, 2019

Profile On Local Entrepreneur: Dave Karsten

My company & title is… Along with my wife Cheryl, we are the owners of Karsten’s Ace Hardware with four valley locations in

January 1, 2019

Scottsdale North Small Business Saturday

By Scott Gaertner Lifestyle ContributorIt’s the annual holiday shopping tradition that gets communities everywhere out in supp

November 1, 2018

Profile On Local Entrepreneur: Lori Harlig

My company & title is…Amici Catering & Events. I am the CEO/Chief Event Officer (and co-owner).A typical day in my lif

October 1, 2018

Profile On Local Business: Scott Gaertner

My company & title is… Scott Gaertner GroupA typical day in my life includes… At 5 a.m. I begin planning the day with my a

August 30, 2018

TOP 10 REASONS TO HIRE A PROPERTY MANAGER

1 Credit and back ground checks. Believe it or not, sometimes people and not honest with their past. One must be like a

April 10, 2018

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Tips For Planning Your Employee Holiday Party

Thanksgiving is just ahead of us and many employers are already stressing and focusing on end-of-year holiday parties for their

November 1, 2018

FAMILY AND EDUCATION

Arizona Teachers Receive $1 Million Through Palo Verde Fiesta Bowl Charities Wishes for Teachers Draft Day Wishes for Teachers’ seven-year total at $5.7 million following 2022 Draft Day.
Photos Courtesy of Fiesta Bowl Charities Continuing the Fiesta Bowl Organization’s annual tradition of honoring, supporting and celebrating educators throughout Arizona, Fiesta Bowl Charities granted ...
Voters Pass Prop 308 Allowing DACA Students to Receive In-State College Tuition
The Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) joins education leaders across the state in applauding Arizona voters for their support and passage of Proposition 308, ...
Bath Bombs: Make a unique present for friends and family this holiday season.
By Sari Custer, Chief Curiosity Officer at Arizona Science Center What’s more fun than bathtub bubbles? Bath bombs have been around since 1989 and have ...
Backyard Bugs! As the sun starts to set earlier this fall, here’s an activity to do on a cool evening with the whole family.
Have you ever wondered why bugs follow the light? Or are you curious about just how many different bugs live right in your backyard? Many ...
Tuition Windfall Barro’s Pizza and Dr Pepper Team up for the 11th Annual Barro’s Pizza Dr Pepper Tuition Giveaway
Family-owned and operated Barro’s Pizza, is giving away $10,000 to one local Arizona resident in the 2022 Arizona Dr Pepper Tuition Giveaway. The prize money ...
‘Birth to Five Helpline Awareness Week’ to Spotlight Free Support Line for Families with Young Children
Southwest Human Development, Arizona’s largest early childhood development nonprofit, will host the second annual Birth to Five Helpline Awareness Week on Oct. 10 to 16 ...
Sari on Science: Hydrogen Peroxide Volcano
As school is back in session, let’s take a moment to explore one of my favorite at-home science experiments. Grab an adult and get ready ...
What an Override Means to the CCUSD
By Cort Monroe, CCUSD Superintendent On Tues., May 10, the Cave Creek Unified Governing Board unanimously adopted a resolution for a 15% maintenance and operation ...
Essay Contest Offers Valley Fifth Graders an Opportunity to Win $529 Toward Education and Career Goals
AZ529, Arizona’s Education Savings Plan together with the Arizona State Treasurer’s Office are asking Arizona fifth graders: “What is your dream job and how do ...
Hands on Safety A Scottsdale-based program connects police officers and the community to keep kids safe
By Michelle Talsma Everson Photos Courtesy of the Scottsdale Police Department Keeping our children safe is a top priority and the Hands On Safety program, ...

Arizona Teachers Receive $1 Million Through Palo Verde Fiesta Bowl Charities Wishes for Teachers Draft Day Wishes for Teachers’ seven-year total at $5.7 million following 2022 Draft Day.

Photos Courtesy of Fiesta Bowl CharitiesContinuing the Fiesta Bowl Organization’s annual tradition of honoring, supporting and celebrating educators throughout Arizona, Fiesta Bowl Charities granted 400 teachers with $2,500 each through the Palo Verde

December 1, 2022

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Voters Pass Prop 308 Allowing DACA Students to Receive In-State College Tuition

The Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) joins education leaders across the state in applauding Arizona voters for their support and passage of Proposition 308, providing in-state tuition to Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) stude

December 1, 2022

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Bath Bombs: Make a unique present for friends and family this holiday season.

By Sari Custer, Chief Curiosity Officer at Arizona Science Center What’s more fun than bathtub bubbles? Bath bombs have been around since 1989 and have recently found a resurgence in popularity. With this activity, you can customize all your scents and c

December 1, 2022

Backyard Bugs! As the sun starts to set earlier this fall, here’s an activity to do on a cool evening with the whole family.

Have you ever wondered why bugs follow the light? Or are you curious about just how many different bugs live right in your backyard? Many insects navigate using natural light sources, such as the sun or the moon. Bug out in your own backyard and witness ju

October 31, 2022

Tuition Windfall Barro’s Pizza and Dr Pepper Team up for the 11th Annual Barro’s Pizza Dr Pepper Tuition Giveaway

Family-owned and operated Barro’s Pizza, is giving away $10,000 to one local Arizona resident in the 2022 Arizona Dr Pepper Tuition Giveaway. The prize money is available to help pay college tuition or any related educational expenses. Entries will be acce

September 30, 2022

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‘Birth to Five Helpline Awareness Week’ to Spotlight Free Support Line for Families with Young Children

Southwest Human Development, Arizona’s largest early childhood development nonprofit, will host the second annual Birth to Five Helpline Awareness Week on Oct. 10 to 16 to spotlight the organization’s free support line for those who have questions or conce

September 30, 2022

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Sari on Science: Hydrogen Peroxide Volcano

As school is back in session, let’s take a moment to explore one of my favorite at-home science experiments. Grab an adult and get ready to get messy! The hydrogen peroxide volcano demonstrates how a catalyst works in chemistry. Hydrogen peroxide naturall

September 30, 2022

What an Override Means to the CCUSD

By Cort Monroe, CCUSD SuperintendentOn Tues., May 10, the Cave Creek Unified Governing Board unanimously adopted a resolution for a 15% maintenance and operation budget override election to be held on Nov. 8. I would like to answer questions to help ed

August 31, 2022

Essay Contest Offers Valley Fifth Graders an Opportunity to Win $529 Toward Education and Career Goals

AZ529, Arizona’s Education Savings Plan together with the Arizona State Treasurer’s Office are asking Arizona fifth graders: “What is your dream job and how do you plan on achieving it in the future?” That is the theme for this year’s third-annual essay wr

August 31, 2022

Hands on Safety A Scottsdale-based program connects police officers and the community to keep kids safe

By Michelle Talsma Everson Photos Courtesy of the Scottsdale Police DepartmentKeeping our children safe is a top priority and the Hands On Safety program, ran by the Scottsdale Police Department (PD) Foothills District Crime Prevention Team, was creat

August 31, 2022

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11 Ways to Instill Self Confidence in Kids

By Nadine BubeckAs parents, we all want the same thing. We want our children to be happy. We want our children to be healthy. We want our children to love and be loved. And we want them to be good humans.Problem is: how do we protect our children f

August 31, 2022

Lunch Program Cave Creek Unified School District Participates in Meal Program

Cave Creek Unified School District is participating in the School Breakfast Program and/or National School Lunch Program.As part of this program, CCUSD93 will offer healthy meals every school day. Breakfast costs $1 at the elementary schools, $1.25 at

August 2, 2022

Scottsdale Community College Announces New Pharmacy Technician Training Program

The 2020s have made clear how vital careers in healthcare are to our society, and pharmacy technicians are an integral part of that industry. Starting in the Fall 2022 semester, Scottsdale Community College (SCC) will begin offering classes for its new Pha

August 2, 2022

Home Run High Schooler Logan Rose is Stepping Up to the Plate Again for the Third Annual Western WIFFLE Ball Classic

Following the success of the last two Western WIFFLE Ball Classics, its founder, 15-year-old Logan Rose, is excited to bring back the popular event for a third year.Rose, a Paradise Valley resident, began his journey in the sport by creating Big League

August 2, 2022

School Safety: Five Questions All Parents Should Ask School Administrators

By Nadine BubeckAs parents, it’s inevitably on our minds, sending our kids back to school after ending the 2022 school year drowning in horrific headlines. Surely, we can’t help but ponder a Uvdale-like situation happening in our community, leaving us

August 2, 2022

Oceans of Possibilities: Maricopa County Reads’ 2022 Summer Reading Program Begins

Sixty-five libraries across the county are gearing up for Summer Reading as Maricopa County Reads opens June 1 with a community goal of 50 million minutes read. Maricopa County Reads is one of the county’s largest literacy efforts and plays a vital role in

May 31, 2022

Congratulations to the Cactus Shadows HS Class of 2022!

By Cort Monroe, Ed.D., CCUSD Superintendent Photo Courtesy of CCUSDPlease join me in congratulating the Cactus Shadows High School Graduating Class of 2022!Here is our Falcon Class of 2022 by the numbers: • 473 students graduated. • 67 students

May 31, 2022

Free FASFA Help Available for Local High School Students and Their Families

Applying for financial aid for college or any type of post-secondary education can be a challenge. Luckily for local students and their families, there’s 24/7 help available through an innovative chatbot program called Ask Benji.Ask Benji is a first-of

May 31, 2022

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The Importance of Summer Reading: Beat The Heat and Encourage Your Kids to Curl Up With a Good Book This Summer

By Donna ThrockmortonThe school year has wrapped up and summer is here. As vacation begins, many parents are struggling to find productive things for kids to do other than spending hours on their electronics. One activity that should be on all to-do li

May 31, 2022

The ABCs of Swim Safety

By Nadine BubeckWhen one of my sons had a near drowning experience, it changed me forever. I am still scared—in fact, years later, this is the first time I’m publicly talking about it. Adults were outside and I was literally getting his floaties from m

May 9, 2022

School Notes: News From CCUSD

Information and Photo Courtesy of Cave Creek Unified School DistrictGet out your pencil and paper and take note of some of the latest news from Cave Creek Unified School District (CCUSD).Board Extends Superintendent Contract through 2025 At a rece

May 2, 2022

Congratulations to the Class of 2022!

By Cort Monroe, Ed.D., CCUSD SuperintendentCongratulations to the Class of 2022 on their graduation! This current senior class is unique and I commend each one of them for their grit, resiliency and perseverance the last four years at Cactus Shadows Hi

May 2, 2022

Summer Water Safety Stay Cool and Safe With These Helpful Tips

By Jill FrierSummer is fast approaching and, unfortunately for the Valley of the Sun, so is accidental drowning season. City resources, state agencies, and first responders come out in droves this time of year cautioning parents to “Watch Your Kids Aro

May 2, 2022

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Details for Upcoming CCUSD Student Testing

By Cort Monroe, Ed.D., CCUSD SuperintendentApril is the time of year where many of our CCUSD students participate in Arizona state testing across all our elementary, middle, and high schools. In all our schools we take great pride in providing individu

March 31, 2022

Salt River Fields Hatches a Brand-New Easter Event: Bunny Balloon Blast The First Event of its Kind, Bunny Balloon Blast Will Have Everything From Hot Air Balloons to the Easter Bunny

Photos Courtesy of Bunny Balloon BlastLooking for something a little different this Easter? You’re in luck as Salt River Fields is introducing an all-new event called Bunny Balloon Blast. This Easter-themed hot air balloon extravaganza will take place

March 31, 2022

Ready, Set, Camp! How to Select the Best Summer Camp for Your Kid

By Jill “Mamabug” FrierThe summer months are coming and parents are looking for ways to keep their kids busy while they’re out of school. One solution is summer camp. Here are some tips for finding the right summer camp for your favorite camper.Why

March 30, 2022

MCCCD Selects the Next President of Scottsdale Community College

The Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) has selected Dr. Eric Leshinskie as Scottsdale Community College’s next president, concluding a nationwide search that involved extensive community and stakeholder engagement.Dr. Leshinskie is a co

March 2, 2022

Rock the District is Back on April 2 to Raise Funds for CCUSD

By Cort Monroe, Ed.D., CCUSD SuperintendentThe Cave Creek Unified School District (CCUSD) and its schools are supported by many wonderful and giving parent and community member organizations. This is a true hallmark of our wonderful district and these

March 1, 2022

Take the Trip Family travel hacks just in time for spring break

By Nadine Bubeck, TakeTheTripFamily.comWhen I was two, we moved from Philadelphia to California. My dad flew cross country, and my mom decided to drive me and my sisters. I was a toddler, and my sisters were young kids, so this was quite the endeavor

March 1, 2022

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Kindergarten Registration Now Open at CCUSD Community Invited to “Future Falcon” Events to Learn More

By Cort Monroe, Ed.D., CCUSD SuperintendentCave Creek Unified School District (CCUSD) is registering for kindergarten for the 2022-2023 school year. Kindergarten classes are found at these A+ schools: Black Mountain Elementary, Lone Mountain Elementary

January 31, 2022

COMMUNITY

December 1, 2022

Interested in CBD? This Valley Newcomer Can Fill You In: New Northwest Valley store offers guidance along with their CBD
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Interested in CBD? This Valley Newcomer Can Fill You In: New Northwest Valley store offers guidance along with their CBD

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December 1, 2022

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December 1, 2022

Western Spirit: Scottsdale’s Museum of the West Partners with Kids in Focus to Debut Captivating Photography Exhibition by Local At-Risk Youth
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Western Spirit: Scottsdale’s Museum of the West Partners with Kids in Focus to Debut Captivating Photography Exhibition by Local At-Risk Youth
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Western Spirit: Scottsdale’s Museum of the West Partners with Kids in Focus to Debut Captivating Photography Exhibition by Local At-Risk Youth

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