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Listen up! Dr. Keith Darrow Wants You to Hear About the Direct Link to Dementia
By Shay Moser Exercise. Eat healthfully. Don’t smoke. Manage health issues such as diabetes. Most people know these habits are important for a healthy lifestyle to reduce the risk of dementia. Yet, many are unaware ...
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. ...
The Wilde Way: Grow, Protect, and Preserve Your Financial Foundation
The past several years have been a whirlwind for Wilde Wealth Management Group, an award-winning firm providing comprehensive retirement, investment, real estate, insurance, legal, and tax planning services all under one roof. The business, which ...

CITY NEWS

Scottsdale 411: The Latest Local News You Need to Know

Scottsdale Veterans Day Commemoration Features Rose Mattie, Combat Veteran and Blackhawk pilotScottsdale’s Veterans Day Comm

November 1, 2022

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New Transportation Option for Seniors in Need

Photos Courtesy of Scottsdale Training and Rehabilitation ServicesA Scottsdale nonprofit is now collaborating with the City

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

Say “Cheese”: Shea Cheese, Phoenix’s first cut-to-order dedicated cheese shop opens in November

Photos Courtesy Shea CheeseShea Cheese is opening their first location this month near 32nd St. and Shea.Inspired by nei

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

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Fall Fun, Fashion, and Festivities at Scottsdale Quarter

It’s the season for Boos & Brews at Scottsdale Quarter. The Quarter is the shopping, dining, and entertainment destination f

October 2, 2022

Jewish Community Center’s Swim Team is Making a Big Splash

A great deal of fun, excitement, and learning can be found on both the land and in the water of The Valley of the Sun Jewish Com

October 2, 2022

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Hermès to Open at Scottsdale Fashion Square

Photo Courtesy of Scottsdale Fashion SquareHermès, the French luxury design house established in 1837 that specializes in lu

October 2, 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

First Look at Super Bowl LVII Brand Around the Valley Arizona Super Bowl Host Committee and National Football League Show Off Super Bowl LVII Creative Displays

Photos Courtesy of Arizona Super Bowl Host CommitteeThe Arizona Super Bowl Host Committee and National Football League (NFL)

September 30, 2022

The Westin Kierland Resort Hosts OktoberWest Festival

Get ready to clap your hands and stomp your feet during The Westin Kierland Resort’s inaugural OktoberWest Festival, a signature

September 30, 2022

Kierland Commons Hosts Fine Art & Wine Festival

Kierland Commons shopping center is the place to go this fall, especially as it introduces a new outdoor festival for the commun

September 30, 2022

Scottsdale 411: The Latest Local News You Need to Know

Popular Canadian Fashion Brand Garage Makes Market Debut at Scottsdale Fashion Square Clothing store Garage opened its first Ar

August 31, 2022

Public Artwork Flourishes in Scottsdale

IN FLUX Cycle 10 Brings Four Art Installations to the City Scottsdale has joined five other cities across the Phoenix metropoli

August 31, 2022

Scottsdale Airport Receives Grants to Curb Capacity Issues

Photo Courtesy of City of ScottsdaleScottsdale Airport has received more than $5.4 million in grants from the Federal Aviati

August 31, 2022

Scottsdale Primary Election Results

Scottsdale City Council incumbents Kathy Littlefield and Solange Whitehead won re-election on Aug. 2 by receiving a majority of

August 31, 2022

Arabian National Breeder Finals Returns to Scottsdale One-of-A-Kind September Event Features World’s Finest Arabian Horses

Photos Courtesy of The Arabian Horse Association of ArizonaThe Arabian Horse Association of Arizona is excited to announce t

August 31, 2022

Fall Concert Series and New Tenants at Scottsdale Quarter

With fall quickly approaching, Scottsdale Quarter has just the right mix of outdoor fun for all–– from new shopping destinations

August 31, 2022

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Fall Arizona Restaurant Week Returns to Arizona Sept. 16 through Sept. 25 Arizona Restaurant Association Hosts Popular 10-Day Culinary Extravaganza

Autumn in the Valley of the Sun means two things — it’s still hot and Fall Arizona Restaurant Week (ARW) is back! The Arizona Re

August 31, 2022

Fiesta Bowl Parade Opens Applications for Community to Participate on Parade Route with “Legends Made Here” Theme

Recognized statewide as the highest-attended single day event with 100,000 attendees, the Fiesta Bowl Parade presented by Lerner

August 31, 2022

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Put Your Best Face Forward: Tamplen Plastic Surgery Opens New Scottsdale Location

By Michelle Talsma Everson Photos Courtesy of Tamplen Plastic SurgeryIf you’ve been thinking about plastic surgery but have

August 3, 2022

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Monsoons and Valley Fever: What You Need to Know

Monsoons can provide a much-needed break from the monotony of summer’s 110-degree-plus days, but the season also brings some hea

August 2, 2022

Phoenix Children’s, SRP Partner to Implement Innovative Approach to Reduce Child Drownings

In an effort to improve water safety messaging and reduce child drownings in Arizona, SRP is supporting Phoenix Children’s by pa

August 2, 2022

Million Dollar Donation Will Help the Railroad Park Provide Cooler Options

The McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park, a beloved Scottsdale treasure since 1975, received a much-needed financial boost June 22––

August 2, 2022

Designed to Move Exhibition Celebrates the Beauty and Diversity of Desert Seeds

Scottsdale Public Art hosts Designed to Move: Seeds That Float, Fly or Hitchhike through the Desert Southwest exhibition through

August 2, 2022

REAL ESTATE & HOME

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 ...
Woulda, Coulda, Shoulda
By Joseph Callaway A lot of people spend more time looking back than they do ...
The Perfect Real Estate Storm
By Joseph Callaway Two fronts are closing in on the 85254 real estate market. The ...
The Sky is Falling, But Not the Price of Your House
By Joseph Callaway Chicken Little may be alive and well today predicting a real estate ...
Good News & Bad News The Latest Real Estate Insight for “The Magic Zip Code”
By Joseph Callaway The real estate market is changing. Let’s start with the bad news ...
“Where will I go? What will I do?”
By Joseph Callaway The problem with a once in a lifetime sellers’ market is that ...
Opportunity for the “Impaired Seller”
By Joseph Callaway What is an “impaired seller”? Your house faces, backs, or sides to ...
The Scottsdale Resort at McCormick Ranch to Undergo Massive Multimillion-Dollar Renovation Under New Ownership
Driftwood Capital recently announced the purchase of The Scottsdale Resort at McCormick Ranch, a 326-room property that ...
Writing a “New York Times” Bestseller
By Joseph Callaway In 2006, my wife JoAnn and I attended a conference in Boston. ...
An Award-Winning Chicago Real Estate Developer Breaks Ground on Its First North Scottsdale Project Portico – North Scottsdale to Feature 112 Luxury Condominium Residences
Belgravia Group, an award-winning Chicago real estate developer with more than 70 years of luxury ...

November 1, 2022

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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, ...

October 2, 2022

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By Joseph Callaway A lot of people spend more time ...

August 31, 2022

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BUSINESS

Professional Beauty Federation Partners with GVC Health Tech to Offer Virtual Healthcare Membership Services to Beauty And Barbering Professionals

The Professional Beauty Federation (PBF) is pleased to announce a strategic partnership with GVC Health Tech and its disruptive

May 9, 2022

Hello Neighbor!

Hi, my name is... Linda Pressman. I’ve lived in Scottsdale nearly 50 years and I love it because… I fell in love with the deser

March 31, 2022

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

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

Talking to Your Executor (or Trustee)

By Libby Banks, The Law Office of Libby BanksThe holidays are just around the corner, and when the family gathers, it can be

November 1, 2020

Is It Time to Update Your Old Trust?

By Libby Banks, The Law Office of Libby BanksI review many trusts, and some of them are quite old. After these old trusts we

June 1, 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... Ed Chaney

Hi, my name is... Ed ChaneyMy company and title is…. Cannafyl CBDA typical day in my life includes… My typical business

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

Watches: History, Repairs and Maintenance

By Indra JhaveriSpring-driven, portable clocks developed in the 1400’s presaged the invention of pocket watches in the 1500’

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

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Beware of greedy Landlords as Commercial Real Estate Continues to boom

Dr. Scott is a successful chiropractor in the Valley. He built his business in a prime location, doing all the right things to b

October 31, 2019

Hiring The Wrong People? Maybe You’re Asking Them The Wrong Questions

A company’s intention in a job interview is to find the person who best fits a particular position. But recent research has show

October 31, 2019

Estate Planning Basics: The Revocable Living Trust – Part two

By Libby BanksLast month I wrote about incapacity planning using the Revocable Living Trust. This time we’ll talk about the

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

That ‘Aha!’ Moment: Ways Entrepreneurs Find Inspiration

Entrepreneurship starts with an idea. One of the challenges once the business gets off the ground, though, is coming up with mo

April 1, 2019

Profile On Local Entrepreneur: Tiffany Taradash

My company and title is… CNN Mortgage, Vice President, Sr. Loan OfficerA typical day in my life includes… Every day is

February 28, 2019

Affinity Wealth Advisory Group Answers Your Questions

Q. How much should I save for retirement? A. This is a question on many people’s minds. The question, reshaped, is how much do

February 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

FAMILY AND EDUCATION

Cave Creek Unified Education Foundation Awards Grants
Photo Courtesy of Cave Creek Unified School District The Cave Creek Unified Education Foundation announced that Cave Creek Unified School District schools will receive grants ...
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 ...
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 ...
11 Ways to Instill Self Confidence in Kids
By Nadine Bubeck As parents, we all want the same thing. We want our children to be happy. We want our children to be healthy. ...
Young Artists Chosen as Winners of OdySea Aquarium’s Conservation Art Challenge
OdySea Aquarium in Scottsdale asked kids 12 years old and under to craft an endangered animal made from recycled materials to celebrate Endangered Species Day ...
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 ...
School Safety: Five Questions All Parents Should Ask School Administrators
By Nadine Bubeck As parents, it’s inevitably on our minds, sending our kids back to school after ending the 2022 school year drowning in horrific ...

Cave Creek Unified Education Foundation Awards Grants

Photo Courtesy of Cave Creek Unified School DistrictThe Cave Creek Unified Education Foundation announced that Cave Creek Unified School District schools will receive grants totaling over $69,000 at the annual Grant the District event on Nov. 7.Sch

November 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

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

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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

Young Artists Chosen as Winners of OdySea Aquarium’s Conservation Art Challenge

OdySea Aquarium in Scottsdale asked kids 12 years old and under to craft an endangered animal made from recycled materials to celebrate Endangered Species Day and World Oceans Day. This year, 411 kids from across the Valley submitted incredible masterpiece

August 3, 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

Menachem Mendel Academy: Educating A New Generation of Jewish Leaders One Student At A Time

The Menachem Mendel Academy’s (MMA) mission is to revolutionize Jewish education and create happy children who are also compassionate, highly skilled and rooted in a servant-leadership worldview. MMA accomplishes this through student-centered academia, hol

May 31, 2022

School Notes: News from PVSchools

Get out your pencil and paper and take note of some of the latest news items from Paradise Valley Unified School District (PVSchools).Shadow Mountain Athletic Director Named AIAAA 4A Conference Athletic Director of the Year Ron Safcik, former athletic

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

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School Notes: News from PVSchools

Get out your pencil and paper and take note of some of the latest news items from Paradise Valley Unified School District (PVSchools).The Honors Roll in for PVSchools Students As the school year wraps up, students across PVSchools are being honored wi

May 2, 2022

Healthy Tips to Manage Stress

By Dr. Jenna Dye, Naturopathic PhysicianHow high is your stress level? How well do you feel you manage your stress? These are two of the most important questions that I ask my patients. Stress affects us in so many ways and, when poorly managed, it can

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

A New Way to Learn Life School of Leadership Arts Is Changing Education One Student At A Time

The Life School of Leadership Arts is bringing its vision for fresh, fun, cutting edge, and out-the-box education with its flagship school in Scottsdale. The Life School of Leadership Arts (LIFE) is working to revolutionize education and is centered aroun

March 31, 2022

School Notes: News from PVSchools

Get out your pencil and paper and take note of some of the latest news items from Paradise Valley Unified School District (PVSchools).Shadow Mountain High Ceremony Activates Space Force JROTC Program Shadow Mountain High School embarks on a historic d

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

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

School Notes: News from PVSchools

Get out your pencil and paper and take note of some of the latest news items from Paradise Valley Unified School District (PVSchools).PVSchools Celebrates Nine National Board-Certified Teachers Did you know that National Board Certification is the hig

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

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Valentine’s Day and Planning for Those You Love

By Libby Banks, The Law Office of Libby Banks, PLLCValentine’s Day is here again, and we may have given our loved ones the usual gifts – roses, chocolates, or a lovely dinner out. Valentine’s Day gifts let our spouse and family know just how dear they

January 31, 2022

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Show Some Love to Your Family this Valentine’s Day

By Nadine Bubeck“There is only one happiness in life: to love and be loved.”Valentine’s Day is a reminder that affection and unconditional love can make children emotionally happier and boost their confidence. Sure, it’s a time to celebrate the l

January 31, 2022

School Notes: News from PVSchools

Get out your pencil and paper and take note of some of the latest news items from Paradise Valley Unified School District (PVSchools).PVSchools Governing Board President Selected for 2022 Recently, the PVSchools Governing Board voted to elect Susan Ma

January 31, 2022

COMMUNITY

November 1, 2022

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November 1, 2022

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A Personal Look at the Estate Planning Journey

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October 31, 2022

Girl Scouts–Arizona Cactus-Pine Council Receives Multi-Million Donation from MacKenzie Scott Gift will help significantly advance the organization’s mission to provide life-changing experiences, mentorship, and programming
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Girl Scouts–Arizona Cactus-Pine Council Receives Multi-Million Donation from MacKenzie Scott Gift will help significantly advance the organization’s mission to provide life-changing experiences, mentorship, and programming

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Hello Neighbor!
HI, MY NAME IS…Julie Krouse. I’VE LIVED IN SCOTTSDALE FOR TWO AND A HALF YEARS ...
A Personal Look at the Estate Planning Journey
By Travis Meyers, Associate Attorney, The Law Office of Libby Banks, PLLC The past year ...
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