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Barrett-Jackson returns to Scottsdale for fall auction
‘Chateau Luxe Cares’ initiative returns
NONPROFITS
Barro’s Pizza raises funds for Arizona Cancer Foundation for Children
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Research

HonorHealth tests new algorithm for pacemakers

A programming algorithm is being tested by HonorHealth Research Institute for patients with new or recently installed pacemakers, designed so the device not only provides a steady heartbeat but also controls high blood pressure.
SISSOO TREES

Sissoo tree war may end soon in Scottsdale neighborhood

After a nearly a four-year legal battle over sissoo trees in the plush Arcadia at Silverleaf neighborhood, a conclusion might be reached within a month, according to the man who has sued the …

Arizona Concours d’Elegance seeks vehicle entries

The 2025 Arizona Concours d’Elegance is seeking rare, exquisite and historically significant automobiles for entry in the acclaimed show and competition, which returns for the third year to the …
Education

Maricopa County tax error hits Scottsdale Unified for $27 million

The Scottsdale Unified School District (SUSD) owes more than $27 million in cash after the Arizona Court of Appeals upheld a ruling that Maricopa County overtaxed a group of property owners from 2015 …
Election

Goldwater Institute files suit to block Scottsdale parks funding ballot measure

An attempt to pass a sales tax to pay for up keep, services and capital improvement projects at the McDowell Sonoran Preserve, the city’s 44 parks and WestWorld may die before it gets to the …

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Opinion

Lincoln: Promising CD1 candidate

Neighbors, if you must vote early in the upcoming primary on July 30, do it, but not until you’ve done your legwork on Kim George. She’s the candidate for U.S. House of …
Opinion

Janki: My picks for the Scottsdale election

Scottsdale residents have had the opportunity to assess the agendas and goals of the city council candidates. My ideal candidate has actively participated in civic engagement, respects all voices, …
DEVELOPMENT

Luxury home developer Silver Sky Development breaks ground in TPV

Luxury home developer Silver Sky Development celebrated its official groundbreaking on Wednesday, June 12. Situated on 18 acres Silver Sky is a 12-parcel neighborhood located at the base of …
elections 2024

MEET THE CANDIDATES: Congressional District 1 questionnaires

​Here are responses to an Independent Newsmedia questionnaire sent to Arizona Congressional District No. 1 candidates. Incumbent Rep. David Schweikert and nine challengers will be on the …
AIRPORT

Scottsdale Airport wins award

Scottsdale Airport staff attended the Federal Aviation Administration’s Western-Pacific Region All Airports conference and received the Outstanding Airport Award. The recipient of this …
POLICE

Scottsdale Police, officer’s family bury one of their own

The Scottsdale Police Department said goodbye to one of its own June 20. Officers as well as the family of Detective Ryan So buried the nine-year veteran of the Scottsdale Police Department. So also …
City Salaries

Scottsdale city manager, city treasurer pay increases draw ire of some councilmembers

Scottsdale’s highest employees just got pay raises but not all city council members are pleased about it. The city council voted to give city charter officers, city employees who answer …
ELECTION

Primary Election information

The Primary Election date for Arizona is just a month off and there are a lot of dates and information to consider for those wanting to vote. Election Day is Tuesday, July 30, and the last day to …

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Scottsdale Opinions with Civility

Colenso: The power of Independents in an election

Are you unhappy when your chosen candidate wins the primary, and then loses the general election? If so, read on.  Across the country, Republican registered voters are about 30% of the …

Patchen: Voting for school board means selecting education-minded candidates

As a registered Independent, I really couldn’t care less about the political leanings of the Scottsdale Unified School Board candidates. Far more important is electing experienced professionals who care about our public schools, our teachers and our kids without getting themselves caught up in culture wars that distract the board from doing the work at hand.

Heath: Scottsdale deserve better leadership

As a 30-year resident who has built a successful business and raised a wonderful family, I’m proud to call Scottdale home. I pay attention to City Hall, and I am deeply concerned about …

Wolborsky: Here’s why you should support Schweikert

I support David Schweikert for congress and here’s why you should, too. Congressman Schweikert has been representing Arizona in the House of Representatives for 11 years. Because of his …

Davis: Thank you, Detective So

My heartfelt condolences to Detective So’s family and his Scottsdale Police family. I thank all the brave law enforcement men, women and first responders that protect us 24/7. They deserve …

Dunican: Gretchen Jacobs fights for safer schools

A whopping 39% of all Arizona Board of Education disciplinary cases in 2023 involved teachers’ sexual interest in children. And now, Scottsdale Unified School Board …

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Calendar of events
SCOTTSDALE EDUCATION

Scottsdale student makes dean’s list

The SUSD Governing Board partially renewd it’s contract with student transportation provider Hop Skip Drive despite one of the company’s drivers was arrested in April for allegedly sexually assaulting a student.

Scottsdale Unified partially renews contract with Hop Skip Drive

The Scottsdale Unified School District will continue to use a student transportation service on a limited basis despite one of its drivers being arrested in April for allegedly sexually assaulting a …
Isaac Sedillos has joined the Notre Dame Preparatory administration team to serve as an additional assistant principal for the school’s growing student population.

Notre Dame Prep hires assistant principal

Notre Dame Preparatory High School has hired Isaac Sedillos as its new assistant principal to work side-by-side with current assistant principal Tracey Heisler and principal Brie Dragonetti. …
Boys & Girls Club members did an art workshop in honor of Ellie Ziegler. (Independent Newsmedia/George Zeliff)

Boys & Girls Club of Scottsdale honor Ellie Ziegler

Ellie Ziegler passed away a little more than two years ago, but her impact will always be felt around the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Scottsdale (BGCS). Ziegler and her late husband, …
Scottsdale resident Lukas Odden was named to the Georgia Southern University dean's list for spring 2024 semester.

Scottsdale resident named to dean's list

Georgia Southern University recently recognized approximately 3,460 students on the Spring 2024 Dean’s List. Lukas Odden, of Scottsdale, has been named to the list for excellence in academics. …
The Scottsdale Unified School District Governing Board will meet June 11 at Coronado High school.

SUSD Board meeting set for June 11

The Scottsdale Unified School District Governing Board will meet June 11 at Coronado High school, 7501 E. Virginia Avenue, Scottsdale, AZ 85257. The meeting is scheduled to begin at 6 p.m.
Scottsdale Entertainment
“Primitive,” a solo exhibition by Phoenix Artist Daniel Shepherd has been extended through July 14 at Royse Contemporary.

Royse Contemporary art gallery extends show of ‘Primitive’ exhibition

Royse Contemporary is extending the run of “Primitive,” a solo exhibition by Phoenix Artist Daniel Shepherd. The exhibition was originally scheduled to end June 23 but has been …
Patrons of the Western Spirit: Scottsdale’s Museum of the West will be able to see the “The Women of the Southwest: A Legacy of Painting,” exhibition starting July 2.

‘The Women of the Southwest: A Legacy of Painting’ exhibition to open at the Museum of the West

Western Spirit: Scottsdale’s Museum of the West announced is opening the “The Women of the Southwest: A Legacy of Painting,” exhibition on July 2, 2024. This landmark …
Candytopia, an interactive experience centered on candy, is coming to the Scottsdale Fashion Square in late June.

Candytopia Opens in July at Fashion Square

Candytopia has launched ticket sales for the arrival of its interactive wonderland at Scottsdale’s Fashion Square, at Scottsdale Fashion Square, 7014 E. Camelback Road, Scottsdale, 85251. …
Informational graphic for Women's Golf Month activities at Troon North Golf Club.

Women's Golf Month at Troon

Troon North Golf Club is offering two clinics and a 9-hole game for Women’s Golf Month the next two weekends. From 10-11 a.m. Saturday, June 22, there is a putting and chipping clinic. …
“Under the Spell of Denali” is one of the pictures that will be on display at the Western Spirit: Scottsdale’s Museum of the West during artist Veryl Goodnight’s “Sled Dogs in America: Alaska & Beyond” exhibition starting July 17.

‘Sled Dogs in America: Alaska & Beyond’ exhibition on display at Scottsdale’s Museum of the West

Artist Veryl Goodnight’s “Sled Dogs in America: Alaska & Beyond” Exhibition will be on display at the Western Spirit: Scottsdale’s Museum of the West beginning July 17, …

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