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Swann: Pro tips from a top 30 pizzeria in the nation
Craft 64 was recently named the #26 pizzeria in the country, so they know a thing or two about making great pizza.
October 30, 2025
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Swann: Pro tips from a top 30 pizzeria in the nation
Heating the skillet in the oven before adding dough and toppings helps recreate the high-heat cooking environment of a pizzeria. (Submitted Photos/DigitalFreePress)
By James Swann | Thoughts on Innovation
Craft 64 was recently named the #26 ...
Dippold: What is Sukkot?! A festival of gratitude and joy
(Photo: Arianna Grainey/DigitalFreePress)
By Talli Dippold | Thoughts on Innovation
Each fall, Jewish families around the world gather to celebrate Sukkot, a holiday that is as joyful as it is meaningful. Following the High Holidays of Rosh ...
Murray: Like heat stress, mental health is a workplace safety issue — let’s treat it like one
Mental health challenges are just as much a safety concern as physical heat stress. In fact, they claim far more lives. (Submitted Photos/DigitalFreePress)
By Rick Murray | Thoughts on Innovation
Every summer, Arizona employers are challenge...
Bingham: Low-cost ways to support employees through inflation
Julie Bingham
By Julie Bingham | Thoughts on Innovation
As inflation headlines re-emerge, many employers are contemplating shifts in their remote and hybrid work policies.Organizations are working hard to balance two competing priorities: be...
Dr. Dawke: Why same-day, next-day primary care matters
Dr. Ravinder Raj Dawke
By Dr. Ravinder Raj Dawke | Thoughts on Innovation
In my 20 years as a primary care physician, I’ve heard one frustration more than any other: “I just wish I could see my doctor when I’m sick — not weeks later.”
It’...
Sacco: Meetings mean business for Scottsdale hotels and resorts
Rachel Sacco
By Rachel Sacco | Experience Scottsdale
Scottsdale is known around the globe as a luxury resort destination, but our success as a tourism destination would not be possible without meetings, conferences and events.
Traditional...
Russello: Mastering fried rice at home
At Kasai Japanese Steakhouse, fried rice is more than just a side dish, it is a signature staple that keeps guests coming back time and again. (Submitted Photos/DigitalFreePress)
By Emma Russello | Thoughts on Innovation
Every year, Sept. 20...
Shapiro: Scottsdale Leadership to showcase the best of local community at award ceremony
Gary Shapiro
By Gary Shapiro | Thoughts on Innovation
Five decades ago, Mayor Sam Campana and I were classmates in Class 5 of Valley Leadership. We loved the program. At one point, Sam said to me, “Scottsdale needs a program like this, and w...
Justice in the Details: Why timing and technology matter in personal injury law
Jose Leon is a father, husband, Scottsdale Charro and founder of Phoenix-based Leon Law. (File Photos/DigitalFreePress)
By Jose Leon | Thoughts on Innovation
The practice of law is a pursuit of justice — nuanced, detailed, and deeply h...
Dr. Purohit: Menopause, hair and what’s really happening
Dr. Manisha Purohit
By Dr. Manisha Purohit | Thoughts on Innovation
Hair loss during menopause can be discouraging. I see it in my office nearly every day, and I hear the same fear in women’s voices: “Is this permanent? Am I going to lose al...
Ray: Reinvestment and 21st century renaissance emerges in the Hospitality District of downtown Scottsdale
Gem Ray
By Gem Ray | Thoughts on Innovation
Scottsdale’s impressive nightlife scene fuels local tourism, Scottsdale’s prominence, and the local economy.
Whether a tourist is hiking, playing golf, or relaxing at one of Scottsdale’s resort...
Hauck: Direct care workers need support
Sarah Hauck
By Sarah Hauck | Thoughts on Innovation
Not all heroes wear their capes on the outside.
Direct Care Workers (DCWs) – individuals focused on supporting the well-being of the growing number of older adults and people with disabi...
New Research: EVs can save $100M for government fleets in Arizona
Diane Brown
By Diane Brown | Thoughts on Innovation
There have been a lot of headlines and spirited debate around recently passed federal legislation to expire federal tax credits for electric vehicles (EVs). The good news is that regardless...
Shipman & Havard: Beating the heat of summertime SADness
The extreme heat can trigger physical discomfort, while the pressure to have a “perfect” summer body can lead to anxiety or depression in some individuals. (Submitted Photos/DigitalFreePress)
By Alicia Shipman and Dr. Lauren Havard | Thoughts o...
Dryden: Crush Restaurant Week — not your health goals
Mckenzie Dryden
By Mckenzie Dryden | Thoughts on Innovation
Arizona Restaurant Week is basically the Super Bowl of dining — if the Super Bowl came with locally sourced appetizers and prix-fixe menus. It’s exciting, delicious, and honestly a ...
Wilson: Remote work ushers in new era of high-performing attorneys
Some skeptics still cling to the idea that remote work negatively impacts client relationships and career progression. (Submitted Photos/DigitalFreePress)
By Christopher Wilson | Thoughts on Innovation
The legal profession is at a crossroads...
Crislip: A guide for mental health as children head back for new school year
Sports physicals can help evaluate issues like heart conditions, past concussions, or mental health concerns that could impact your child’s activity level. (Submitted Photos/DigitalFreePress)
By Richard Crislip | Thoughts on Innovation
As fa...
Murray: Traffic cameras save lives. Phoenix made the right call.
Rick Murray. (Submitted Photos/DigitalFreePress)
By Rick Murray | Thoughts on Innovation
Arizona has a dangerous driving problem.
One person dies on our roads every 6 hours and 42 minutes. Our state ranks among the worst in the country fo...
Dr. Ail: I’m a cardiologist. Here’s why I’m not obsessed with 10,000 steps
I’ll let you in on a little secret. Even as a cardiologist, I don’t hit 10,000 steps every day. (Submitted Photos/DigitalFreePress)
By Dr. Sheharyar Ali | Thoughts on Innovation
For years, patients have come into my office feeling a little d...
Barton & Sieck: One Big Beautiful Bill — What employers need to know
Above are David T. Barton and David Sieck, attorneys at Fennemore. (Submitted Photos/DigitalFreePress)
By David T. Barton and David Sieck | Thoughts on Innovation
On July 4, President Donald Trump signed “One Big Beautiful Bill” (that is its...
Dr. Ostrom: How Arizonans with medical conditions can prepare for the threat of wildfires
Dr. Tara Ostrom
By Dr. Tara Ostrom | Thoughts on Innovation
When you live in Arizona, you get used to extreme heat. But no one gets used to the threat of wildfires, even more so for those with medical conditions. Year after year, people acro...
Russel & McCarville: A new era in college sports emerges through NCAA settlement and SB 1615
From left are David McCarville and K.J. Russell. (Submitted Photos/DigitalFreePress)
By K.J. Russell and David McCarville | Thoughts on Innovation
This month, a federal judge granted final approval of the groundbreaking House v. NCAA Name, I...
Lamber: A word on safety as we enter the ‘100 Deadliest Days’ for teen drivers this summer
Marc Lamber (Submitted Photos/DigitalFreePress)
By Marc Lamber | Thoughts on Innovation
July 4th is among the 100 Deadliest Days for teen drivers, according to AAA and this period stretches through Labor Day. During this time, fatal crashes ...
Shapiro: What were they thinking?
Gary Shapiro
By Gary Shapiro | Thoughts on Innovation
The news is full of accounts of how Artificial Intelligence is affecting our lives. In some cases, it is replacing what I call corporate or real intelligence.
Too often, corporations d...
Support local museums: A vital investment in Arizona’s culture and economy
Todd Bankofier, above, is the CEO and executive director of Western Spirit: Scottsdale’s Museum of the West. (Submitted Photo/DigitalFreePress)
By Todd Bankofier | Thoughts on Innovation
As summer approaches and the temperature heats up, man...
Anable: Tips for parents during Internet Safety Month
Most parents are involved; 75% check their child’s screen time, texts, or calls, and 65% have frequent conversations about mobile safety. (Submitted Photos/DigitalFreePress)
By Susan Anable | Thoughts on Innovation
June is Internet Safety Mo...
Word: How Arizona seniors can stay active and safe in the summer heat
Megan Word
By Megan Word | Thoughts on Innovation
It may be a “dry” heat but it doesn’t take much for Arizona’s triple-digit temperatures to bring your health and wellness routine to a screeching halt. However, it doesn’t have to be that way...
Grabinski: Memorial Day weekend is a time to honor those we lost — and come together for BBQs and picnics
Have fun this Memorial Day, but be mindful of food safety to help keep your family healthy. (Submitted Photos/DigitalFreePress)
By Dr. Erica Grabinski | Thoughts on Innovation
Memorial Day weekend is a time to remember and honor the men and ...
Sumner: The urgent need for mental health education in the classroom
Mental health education in schools can have a profound impact on both the individual student and the overall school climate. (Submitted Photos/DigitalFreePress)
By Francine Sumner | Thoughts on Innovation
In the United States, we are facing ...
Lamber: She DRIVES Act aims to level the playing field
Why the She DRIVES Act Matters for Arizona. (Submitted Photos/DigitalFreePress)
By Marc Lamber | Thoughts on Innovation
Our state’s roads are perilous, especially for women. According to the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT), nearl...
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Dippold: What is Sukkot?! A festival of gratitude and joy
Each fall, Jewish families around the world gather to celebrate Sukkot, a holiday that is as joyful as it is meaningful.
October 14, 2025
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Murray: Like heat stress, mental health is a workplace safety issue — let’s treat it like one
Every summer, Arizona employers are challenged with how to protect their workers from extreme heat. And with good reason: heat stress is deadly.
October 13, 2025
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Mesa
Bingham: Low-cost ways to support employees through inflation
As inflation headlines re-emerge, many employers are contemplating shifts in their remote and hybrid work policies.
October 8, 2025
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Scottsdale
Dr. Dawke: Why same-day, next-day primary care matters
In my 20 years as a primary care physician, I’ve heard one frustration more than any other: “I just wish I could see my doctor when I’m sick — not weeks later.”
October 8, 2025
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Scottsdale
Sacco: Meetings mean business for Scottsdale hotels and resorts
Scottsdale is known around the globe as a luxury resort destination, but our success as a tourism destination would not be possible without meetings, conferences and events.
October 6, 2025
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Scottsdale
Russello: Mastering fried rice at home
Kasai Japanese Steakhouse, fried rice is more than just a side dish, it is a signature staple that keeps guests coming back time and again.
September 26, 2025
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Shapiro: Scottsdale Leadership to showcase the best of local community at award ceremony
Five decades ago, Mayor Sam Campana and I were classmates in Class 5 of Valley Leadership. We loved the program. At one point, Sam said to me, “Scottsdale needs a program like this, and we can do even better.”
September 25, 2025
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Justice in the Details: Why timing and technology matter in personal injury law
The practice of law is a pursuit of justice — nuanced, detailed, and deeply human.
September 22, 2025
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Dr. Purohit: Menopause, hair and what’s really happening
Hair loss during menopause can be discouraging. I see it in my office nearly every day, and I hear the same fear in women’s voices: “Is this permanent? Am I going to lose all my hair?”
September 15, 2025
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Ray: Reinvestment and 21st century renaissance emerges in the Hospitality District of downtown Scottsdale
Scottsdale’s impressive nightlife scene fuels local tourism, Scottsdale’s prominence, and the local economy.
September 8, 2025
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September 8, 2025
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New Research: EVs can save $100M for government fleets in Arizona
There have been a lot of headlines and spirited debate around recently passed federal legislation to expire federal tax credits for electric vehicles (EVs).
September 8, 2025
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Paradise Valley
Shipman & Havard: Beating the heat of summertime SADness
By Alicia Shipman and Dr. Lauren Havard | Thoughts on Innovation Arizona students may be heading back to school but the triple-digit heat is a
September 3, 2025
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Mesa
Dryden: Crush Restaurant Week — not your health goals
Arizona Restaurant Week is basically the Super Bowl of dining — if the Super Bowl came with locally sourced appetizers and prix-fixe menus.
August 27, 2025
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Wilson: Remote work ushers in new era of high-performing attorneys
The legal profession is at a crossroads. While the industry has long been steeped in tradition, modern practice realities have forced many attorneys to reevaluate what they truly need from their law firms.
August 11, 2025
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Mesa
Crislip: A guide for mental health as children head back for new school year
By Richard Crislip | Thoughts on Innovation As families across the Valley are sending their children back to school, most parents are thinking about school
August 8, 2025
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Murray: Traffic cameras save lives. Phoenix made the right call.
Arizona has a dangerous driving problem.
August 7, 2025
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Mesa
Dr. Ail: I’m a cardiologist. Here’s why I’m not obsessed with 10,000 steps
For years, patients have come into my office feeling a little defeated. They’ve heard the magic number — 10,000 steps a day — and they’re walking around like it’s an Olympic sport.
August 4, 2025
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Paradise Valley
Barton & Sieck: One Big Beautiful Bill — What employers need to know
On July 4, President Donald Trump signed “One Big Beautiful Bill” (that is its actual name) into law.
August 4, 2025
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Dr. Ostrom: How Arizonans with medical conditions can prepare for the threat of wildfires
When you live in Arizona, you get used to extreme heat. But no one gets used to the threat of wildfires, even more so for those with medical conditions.
July 31, 2025
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Russel & McCarville: A new era in college sports emerges through NCAA settlement and SB 1615
This month, a federal judge granted final approval of the groundbreaking House v. NCAA Name, Image, Likeness (NIL) settlement and it will take effect July 1.
July 31, 2025
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Scottsdale
Lamber: A word on safety as we enter the ‘100 Deadliest Days’ for teen drivers this summer
July 4th is among the 100 Deadliest Days for teen drivers, according to AAA and this period stretches through Labor Day. During this time, fatal crashes involving teens spike and Arizona families aren’t exempt.
July 1, 2025
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Shapiro: What were they thinking?
The news is full of accounts of how Artificial Intelligence is affecting our lives. In some cases, it is replacing what I call corporate or real intelligence.
June 26, 2025
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Scottsdale
Support local museums: A vital investment in Arizona’s culture and economy
As summer approaches and the temperature heats up, many locals look for ways to stay cool and engaged. For those of us who live in the Valley year-round, museums offer more than a break from the heat. They provide meaningful experiences, cultural enrichment, and a stronger connection to the place we call home.
June 20, 2025
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Phoenix
Anable: Tips for parents during Internet Safety Month
June is Internet Safety Month, a perfect opportunity for parents to take stock of how our children are engaging with technology and how they can better support safer digital habits at home.
June 16, 2025
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Word: How Arizona seniors can stay active and safe in the summer heat
It may be a “dry” heat but it doesn’t take much for Arizona’s triple-digit temperatures to bring your health and wellness routine to a screeching halt. However, it doesn’t have to be that way.
May 25, 2025
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Grabinski: Memorial Day weekend is a time to honor those we lost — and come together for BBQs and picnics
Memorial Day weekend is a time to remember and honor the men and women who have served our country. It’s also the traditional start of the summer vacation and travel season – a time for family getaways and flavorful barbecues and picnics.
May 20, 2025
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Sumner: The urgent need for mental health education in the classroom
In the United States, we are facing an unprecedented mental health crisis among our youth.
May 20, 2025
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Lamber: She DRIVES Act aims to level the playing field
The She DRIVES Act aims to rectify this disparity by mandating the use of advanced female crash test dummies that accurately represent women’s physiology in safety testing.
May 19, 2025
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