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Government

Paradise Valley prepares for next generation of license plate reader tech

If you ask Police Chief Peter Wingert, Paradise Valley’s license plate recognition technology has become so embedded within the police department’s culture it is used on every call and …
Government

Longtime Paradise Valley town attorney set to retire

Paradise Valley Town Attorney Andrew Miller has announced his plans to retire from the municipality in December, after providing legal services for more than two decades. “I have thoroughly …
MEDIA

Mediactive arms against weaponized words meant to alter face of digital reality

Following the revelation of the printing press, words have been weaponized, propaganda espoused and disinformation integrated into democratic societies. But in the 21st century, media consumers can …
Government

Paradise Valley police chief outlines department operations amid national policing conversation

With one of the topics of the summer — police — solidifying its mark in social history, Paradise Valley Police Chief Peter Wingert examined how the local department compares to suggested …
Government

Paradise Valley begins catch-up on General Plan update work

This fall, work may move swiftly on the 2022 General Plan update process as Paradise Valley town staff sets up a series of proposed deadlines to begin renewing the 10-year document. With COVID-19 …

Labor Day rally demands Arizonans' right to work

A crowd boasting American flags and Trump hats gathered this Labor Day morning at the Arizona Capitol to defend the rights of business owners. Bill Crawford, Scottsdale business owner and former …
Transportation

Long wait for I-11 to Vegas continues

Federal and state officials have long wanted to connect Phoenix and Las Vegas as part of a long interstate that runs from Mexico to Canada.
COVID-19

Maricopa County announces COVID-19 antibody project

Maricopa County Department of Public Health is embarking on an investigation to estimate how many people in Maricopa County have been infected with COVID-19, beyond those who have had a positive …

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Opinion

Arizonans have a business decision to make at the ballot this year. Prop 208 seeks to nearly double the top income tax bracket. The question each voter must ask is, can Arizona afford to become a …

A potential new trend in Paradise Valley is sellers dividing up single-family homes into fractional ownership or timeshares, possibly for commercial purposes. This past summer, we had a diligent …

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Living in Paradise
TB2 awards aviation scholarship to Cochise College student
Team Tasha event kicks off breast cancer awareness month
Drowning prevention group searches for new communication

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Business
Real Estate

How long will the housing surge stick around?

The housing market in Arizona is gangbusters right now, but how long can the record breaking sales go on?
Business

Meritage Homes CEO Steve Hilton to retire from 35-year career

Meritage Homes Corporation has announced that its co-founder, chairman and chief executive officer, Steven J. Hilton, will retire as CEO effective Jan. 1, 2021. He will continue to guide and …
IN THE KNOW

In the Know: One-on-one with Jason Ayala on consumer behavior

As consumer spending has undoubtedly shifted during the time of the novel coronavirus, Independent Newsmedia reached out Certified Financial Planner Jason Ayala. Mr. Ayala, a Scottsdale-based …

Michael Waltrip Brewing distributes ‘Two-Time’ beer through Hensley Beverage Company

Phoenix-based Michael Waltrip Brewing Company has announced a distribution agreement with Hensley Beverage Company, which is noted as Arizona’s largest beer and beverage distributor.

Valley sees record home sale closings in July

The summer in Arizona is usually a time when Realtors can take a bit of a load off because of lower demand compared to the rest of the year. But the housing industry in 2020, like so many aspects …

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Education

Through Nov. 10,  to celebrate young people making a difference in volunteering, Prudential Financial and the National Association of Secondary School Principals invite local youth volunteers to apply for scholarships and national recognition  from The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards.

This November, Scottsdale Unified School District voters will select three new Governing Board members to begin terms in January 2021. Six candidates are running for the three open seats. …

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Entertainment
The pop-up event will allow people to shop for the one-of-a-kind items that Junk in the Trunk Vintage Market is known for.

Junk in the Trunk Vintage Market opens Pop-Up store during holidays

Junk in the Trunk Vintage Market will open a pop-up location at Scottsdale Quarter, showcasing a collection of vintage, artisan-made, and other goods from local small businesses.
“Elemental Figures” opens with a virtual reception to the public from 6:30 to 7 p.m., on Friday, Sept. 18, broadcasted live on The Walter Art Gallery Facebook page and on display at Walter Art Gallery from Sept. 17 through Oct. 15.

Walter Art Gallery virtually debuts “Elemental Figures” exhibition

The Walter Art Gallery presents the new exhibition “Elemental Figures” featuring the work of local artists: Amanda Adkins, John Tuomisto Bell, and Abbey Messmer.

Scottsdale Fashion Week rescheduled amid COVID-19 pandemic precautions

Steve LeVine Entertainment & Public Relations --- in partnership with Ford Robert Black Agency and J Group Media --- has announced Scottsdale Fashion Week is postponed. Proponents of the …
Legendary actor Ed Asner will star in “Hunker Down,” a live online theatrical production on Sept. 22.

Ed Asner stars in new online theatrical production, ‘Hunker Down’

Scottsdale Arts Learning & Innovation, with Jewish Family & Children’s Service, will present “Hunker Down,” a live theatrical event starring Ed Asner to be broadcast online on Sept. 22.
Photo by Arianna Grainey

Arizona Science Center reopens with new ways to visit

The Arizona Science Center, now open to the public, has announced options for self-guide tours, guided experiences, or a combination of both while following health and safety guidelines. …
The Roaring Fork, 4800 N. Scottsdale Road, is one of the many local restaurants participating in fall Arizona Restaurant Week later this month.

Arizona Restaurant Week returns featuring Scottsdale, PV establishments

While it has been modified to meet new regulations due to COVID-19, Arizona Restaurant Week: Dine In or Take Out returns this fall for 10-days of culinary exploration from Friday, Sept. 18 through …
What Will I Say to the Sky and Earth will be among featured works at the Heard Museum's Larger Than Memory exhibit in Phoenix.

Heard Museum’s ‘Larger Than Memory’ exhibit honors Indigenous artists

Presenting fresh, contemporary art ideas, the largest exhibition of current art in the Heard Museum’s 90-year history opens on Sept. 4 and is on display through Jan. 3, 2021 at the Heard Museum in Phoenix.
The Phoenix Children’s Hospital 5K, Oct. 30-Nov. 1, can be done from any selected location, at one’s own pace, while safely distancing.

Register to participate in virtual PCH 5K

The Phoenix Children’s Hospital 5K will "run" virtually on Friday, Oct. 30 through Sunday, Nov. 1.
Mary Ann Luciano

Ballet Arizona starts new season with some new board members

Ballet Arizona announces the appointment of eight new members  who will bring their “unique business experience” to the organization.  “We are so pleased to have this …
Eliana Pipes is the winner of Arizona Theatre Company’s 2020 National Latinx Playwriting Award for Dream Hou$e.

Pipes wins 2020 ATC National Latinx Playwriting Award

Eliana Pipes, a playwright, actor and filmmaker, recently won Arizona Theatre Company’s 2020 National Latinx Playwriting Award for Dream Hou$e.

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