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PARADISE VALLEY NEWS & OPINION

News

Paradise Valley police respond to recent motor vehicle theft

The Paradise Valley Police Department received a report of a stolen golf car and want the public’s help with information regarding the motor vehicle theft.

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Arizona Humane Society to break ground on new $46M Papago Park campus

The furry friends that hold a special place in our hearts leave lasting impacts that are oftentimes unforgettable. From the childhood dog you grew up with, to the cat you adopted while living …

Politics

From partisan pleas to a push for more diverse districts, Arizona redistricting committee hears local opinions

Scottsdale and north Phoenix residents emphasize diversity and competitiveness in district drawings, as citizen speakers advocated for fairness and representation before the public and …

Maricopa County invests landmark $15M for community domestic violence support

The Maricopa County Board of Supervisors has approved a $15 million investment in domestic violence support services for Maricopa County residents.

Health

HonorHealth asks for public’s help to keep hospital beds available

HonorHealth is experiencing an “unprecedented” demand for care pushing upwards on its capacity, the Valley hospital system said in an Oct. 4 statement, citing COVID-19, RSV, West Nile …

Community

Candlelight vigil planned for missing ‘Jubi’ in Scottsdale

A candlelight vigil is planned 7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 2, at Miracle League Baseball Stadium, as the search for missing Scottsdale resident Najib “Jubi” Monsif continues. Monsif, 20, was …

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Elected Scottsdale leaders consider more affordable housing options

The key to unlocking more affordable housing options may turn with supply and demand, at least that’s what some Scottsdale City Council leaders think.

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Paradise Valley readies redistricting arguments as Independent Redistricting Commission eyes new political pockets

If preliminary redistricting maps come to fruition, the Town of Paradise Valley — a relatively small, 14,500-resident community — could be divided up into four legislative …

Paradise Valley Police Department commends Skinner for life-saving efforts

The Paradise Valley Police Department recently recognized Ofc. James Skinner with a Lifesaving Award when he responded to an Emergency Medical Service call for an intoxicated man.

COVID-19

Scottsdale hosts free walk-in vaccination pop-up event Thursday

Those eligible who have not yet received their COVID-19 vaccine or need their second dose can attend a free event 2:30-6 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 23, at Eldorado Park Community Center, 2311 N. Miller …

Politics

Paradise Valley politician resigns from LD28 seat

Legislative District 28 Rep. Aaron Lieberman, from the Town of Paradise Valley, announced Sept. 20 he is resigning from the state legislature to focus on his campaign for Arizona …

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10 years of Scottsdale Polo Party makes hoofprint in luxury sport

For the past decade, the sport of polo descends upon Scottsdale for one weekend in the fall — a fast, powerful and flashy event that has successfully etched a mark in the international athletic …

Opinion

Huizar: Scottsdale Unified School District only serves 54% of its school-aged residents

According to a report by Applied Economics published on March 30, 2021, the decline of enrolled Scottsdale Unified School District students will continue for the projected future. The report …

Rigler: Specialists use contact tracing to curb the spread of COVID-19

Friday, Oct. 1 was the 10th annual National Disease Intervention Specialists Recognition Day, the day honoring health care professionals who are crucial in the effort to disrupt the transmission of deadly infectious diseases by connecting people who have been exposed to care and services using a method called contact tracing, which has been vital during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.

Living in Paradise

Shopping event to benefit Dress for Success

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Phoenix Heart Ball prepares for grand return

Thunderbirds Charities

As host of ‘The People's Open’ Phoenix Thunderbirds raise more than $3.8 million for Arizona charities

Business & Education Reporting

Business

The Diane & Bruce Halle Foundation names Tom Egan executive director

The Diane & Bruce Halle Foundation has appointed Tom Egan as its executive director for the organization, effective Oct. 18.

Movers & Shakers

Meet Your Neighbor: Brandon Hermansky oversees cannabis production for Pure Edibles

Meet your neighbor, Brandon Hermansky, who is a co-owner of Pure Edibles, a father and an Arizona business man with a passion for food and wine. Hermansky and his brother Ryan, along with their …

Event

‘Founders’ creator hosts top business names at Phoenix live event

Paradise Valley resident and lauded business woman Candy Valentino is hosting a live event this month featuring top industry and entrepreneur professionals. At the Oct. 20-22 Founders’ Live …

Tower Compactor donates $105K to Goodwill

Tower Compactor recently donated $105,000 to Goodwill of Central and Northern Arizona as the two companies have worked together for more than a decade.

Dominium breaks ground on Phoenix affordable housing development

Dominium — affordable housing owner, developer and manager — recently celebrated breaking ground on its new affordable housing development, Vista Ridge Apartments in Phoenix.

Education

Pandemic plagues Scottsdale educators with subpar test scores

While it was to be expected that students’ test scores may be affected from COVID-19’s impact to the classroom, new data shows how deeply students’ learning was disrupted.