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Election 2024
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Lawsuit

City of Scottsdale poised to appeal wrongful termination court ruling

The City of Scottsdale is expected to appeal a Maricopa County Superior Court jury’s ruling against the city in the wrongful termination case filed by former city prosecutor Shawn Fuller. …
Jobs

Abrazo Health hosts hiring event in Scottsdale

An open house hiring event for Abrazo Scottsdale Campus and Abrazo Cave Creek Hospital is scheduled for Wednesday, June 5 from 3-5 p.m. 
Featured Artist

Scottsdale gallery features needle felting artist

When sculptural mixed media artist Tracy Laasch began creating her needle-felt designs nearly four years ago, her husband Brian enjoyed them so much that he began bringing them to work with him to …
Health

HonorHealth first to implant new stroke prevention stent in the region

A patient at HonorHealth Research Institute is one of the nation’s first — and the first in Arizona and the Southwest — to undergo a non-surgical, catheter-based procedure with a new type of stroke-prevention stent that eliminates blockages in neck arteries that could cause a deadly stoke by depriving the brain of oxygen.
q & a

Arizona House District 4 candidates on current issues

A currently inflated economy, affordable housing shortages, immigration and the border, abortion rights, water and climate are some of the most pressing matters Arizona voters care about in the next …

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Rotary Club of Scottsdale presents annual scholarships

The Rotary Club of Scottsdale has announced the winners of the club's annual scholarship program, with six of the eight recipients graduating from Saguaro High School. Club President Gretchen …
Opinion

Swoope: We have to elect competent representation

This year we have witnessed legislators and courts, totally ignorant of female reproductive biology, impose their ideological beliefs on women’s bodies, unfazed by the suffering that has …
q & a

Arizona Senate District 4 candidates on current issues

A currently inflated economy, affordable housing shortages, immigration and the border, abortion rights, water and climate are some of the most pressing matters Arizona voters care about in the next …
PARKS

Valley Cities upgrading parks systems

Valley cities are tasked with a multitude of responsibilities — from infrastructure needs to police and fire services. When it comes to parks and recreation, however, often its the department …
SUSD

Four Scottsdale schools qualify for free meals

Students at Hohokam and Yavapai Elementary School, Tonalea Middle School and Coronado High School will all eat free meals next school year. The Scottsdale Unified School District (SUSD) will …
retirement

President/CEO leaves legacy at STARS

STARS, a Scottsdale nonprofit organization, bids farewell to a visionary leader, David Henderson, whose compassionate stewardship has left an indelible mark on the organization and the hearts of all …
real estate

'The church is not the building'

Ascension Lutheran Church in Paradise Valley, which was designed by Frank Lloyd Wright’s first apprentice 60 years ago and sold last year for $11 million, will hold a holy closure service 10 …
Legend

Steve Nash on how to live the good life, longer

NBA Hall of Famer Steve Nash was the only 40-year-old player in the league in 2013. An eight-time NBA All-Star with two league MVP awards under his belt, it took years for Nash to find his …

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Scottsdale Opinions with Civility
Rachel Sacco is the president and CEO of Experience Scottsdale, as well as a Paradise Vally resident.

Sacco: Supporting Scottsdale’s hospitality businesses throughout the summer

Another exciting high tourism season has come and gone, and that means Scottsdale’s streets will quiet down as residents begin their annual hibernation into air-conditioned homes and as some …

Bengert: Scottsdale Unified failing many graduating students

In a recent piece, Superintendent Menzel of the Scottsdale Unified School District (SUSD) highlights what he considers a list of accomplishments for the 2023-2024 school year. According to him, this …

Goldberg: Modern times are tricky when raising kids

Technology has changed, and keeps changing, but no one changed the babies, young children, teens and adults. They all still need the same tender loving care they always did. There is nothing …
Rachel Sacco is the president and CEO of Experience Scottsdale, as well as a Paradise Vally resident.

Sacco: Celebrating National Travel and Tourism Week

National Travel and Tourism Week will be celebrated May 19-25 this year. The week spotlights travel’s essential role in stimulating economic growth, cultivating vibrant communities, creating …
Joe Smyth (Submitted photo)

Smyth: Civility over bedlam

Another reader expresses her concern about the Independent’s civility checklist for opinions, arguing that it can constrain free speech. I respectfully disagree.  There are plenty of …
Joanna Peyton (Submitted photo)

Peyton: Consider applying for Scottsdale Leadership

What’s the secret to growing, thriving, healthy community? A pipeline of forward-looking leaders who are motivated to unite our community, preserve what makes us unique and innovate to keep us …

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Calendar of events
SCOTTSDALE EDUCATION

Scottsdale resident earns M.F.A.

Free meals are coming to four Scottsdale Unified School District schools next school year.

No-cost meals coming to four SUSD schools next school year

Scottsdale Unified School District will be able to offer a new meal service option at four schools next school year that will streamline the process for families to secure no-cost breakfasts and …
Scottsdale’s Spencer Wareing was named to the Southeast Missouri State University President’s List for the spring 2024 semester.

Scottsdale student named to university’s president’s list

Spencer Wareing of Scottsdale, has been named to the Southeast Missouri State University President’s List for academic achievement during the spring 2024 semester. Students named to the …
The Civic Center Library will offer free lunches and plenty of other programs and events this summer. (Metro Creative Circle)

Free meals offered in Scottsdale this summer

The Scottsdale Unified School District (SUSD) Summer Food Service Program is providing free meals to youths this summer at two Scottsdale community locations. The SUSD catering service, Oak …
Scottsdale resident Jake L. Sanders has been appointed chief development officer of the Jones-Gordon School in Paradise Valley.

Jones-Gordon School appoints Scottsdale resident chief development officer

The Jones-Gordon School, an innovative private school in Paradise Valley, dedicated to providing individualized and innovative education to students in grades 1-12 with language-based learning …
Jackson Washburn receives his certificate of Award from Valley Metro’s Dolores Nolan and Chaparral Principal Joshua Pantier. (Independent Newsmedia/George Zeliff)

Scottsdale student wins Valley Metro art contest

Jackson Washburn, a junior at Chaparral High School, won Valley Metro’s 24th annual Design a Transit Wrap contest. Valley Metro brought the bus with Washburn’s wrap to Chaparral for …
Scottsdale Entertainment
More than 85 Arizona State University football players will be at the Cold Beers and Cheeseburgers Chase Field location during the Diamondback’s game June 5. Fans are invited to meet the players.

Meet and greet ASU football players at Cold Beers and Cheeseburger’s Chase Field location

Cold Beers & Cheeseburgers will hosts more than 85 Arizona State University football players Wednesday, June 5, at its Chase Field location to watch the Arizona Diamondbacks take on the San …
Cinderella was played by Davina Watson (right) and the Fairy Godmother by Christine Armstrong (left).

Empowered Theater wraps up first season with 'Cinderella'

Empowered Theater + Arts, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit in Scottsdale, performed  Rodger and Hammerstein’s “Cinderella: The Enchanted Edition” at Phoenix Center for the Arts, 1202 N. 3 …
Brochure for Race Amity Day, June 8 at Scottsdale Baha'i Faith Community Center.

Race Amity Day celebrates 'Unity through Music'

The Baha’i Communities of Scottsdale, Paradise Valley and Fountain Hills will be observing Race Amity Day 2 p.m. June 8 at the Baha’i Faith Community Center, 6910 E. Shea Boulevard in …
Promotional image of Empowered Theater + Arts' "Cinderella: The Enchanted Edition."

Empowered artists take the stage for 'Cinderella: The Enchanted Edition'

Artists of Empowered Theater + Arts, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit in Scottsdale, will perform Rodger and Hammerstein’s “Cinderella: The Enchanted Edition” at Phoenix Center for the Arts, …
The Molina Fine Jewelers Scottsdale Jazz, Blues & Brews Festival drew a record crowd this year, with approximately 2,700 people attending the one day event.

Scottsdale Jazz concert draws record crowd

Taking center stage for a combination of cool jazz and blues, The Molina Fine Jewelers Scottsdale Jazz, Blues & Brews Festival presented by Mercedes-Benz of Scottsdale proved a record-breaking …

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