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Dial: The National Association of Insurance Commissioners faces a credibility crisis

Jeff Dial By Jeff Dial | Point of View The National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) has a unique role as a quasi-government agency that sets official insurance standards and policies across all 50 states and the District of Col...

Bovi: Borowsky for mayor and Kwasman for council offer common sense choices at Scottsdale elections

Alan Bovi By Alan Bovi | Point of View As a lifelong moderate, I’ve always tried to be open minded and not vote either party line.The criteria I look for is common sense thinking, policies that serve residents/taxpayers first (vs. candidates...

Symington: Mark Stanton has my vote for mayor of the Town of Paradise Valley

Fife Symington By Fife Symington | Point of View As a longtime resident of Paradise Valley, I am an enthusiastic supporter of Vice-Mayor Mark Stanton.I have personally known Mark for many years and can tell you that he is a principled, fisca...

Mellor: Resume tips and tricks for high school students

Jennifer Mellor By Jennifer Mellor | Point of View September is recognized as International Update Your Resume Month, a perfect time for students to refine their resumes and prepare for future job opportunities. Whether you’re entering t...

Dr. Kleven: What men need to know about prostate cancer

Dr. Mike Kleven (Photo Courtesy: Optum – Arizona/DigitalFreePress) Dr. Mike Kleven | Point of View Prostate cancer is the second-most common cancer among men and the second-leading cause of cancer death among American men. While this i...

Milhaven: Scottsdale Schools needs the thoughtful leadership of Mike Sharkey, Donna Lewis, and Matthew Pittinsky

Linda Milhaven By Linda Milhaven | Point of View I am proud to endorse Mike Sharkey, Donna Lewis, and Matthew Pittinsky for the Scottsdale Unified School District Governing Board.They bring the business, technology, and education leadership ...

Cecala: Effective financial literacy can empower the next generation in Arizona

Katherine Cecala By Katherine Cecala | Point of View What’s the one thing you wish you learned in school?” That’s a question many Americans answer with “personal finance,” “how to manage money,” or something similar. In fact, research by Ban...

Dr. White: As colorectal cancer rises Sonora Quest Laboratories offers noninvasive screening for local employees

Dr. Stacy White By Dr. Stacy White | Point of View Arizona ranks 44 out of 50 states when it comes to colorectal cancer (CRC) screenings, with merely 55% of adults aged 45-75 completing screening tests during their recommended intervals. The...

Lamber: Cars are spying on their owners collecting personal information — what to know and how to stay protected

Marc Lamber By Marc Lamber | Point of View Cars today are full of convenience and new technology, capturing large amounts of your personal information in the process. General Motors Insurance, which first launched in Arizona, uses data colle...

Manross & Carla: Prop 490 is one of the most publicly vetted, legally protected ballot measures

From left are Carla, a community volunteer, and Mary Manross, a former mayor of Scottsdale, offering their collective support for the passage of Prop 490 this November. (File Photos/DigitalFreePress) By Mary Manross & Carla | Point of View...

Edelman: Arizona’s congressional delegation united in broadening access to advanced cancer screening

(File Photos/DigitalFreePress) By Sarah M. Edelman | Point of View Arizona’s scorching summer continues as temperatures hit well over 100 degrees, but more than just the thermostat is peaking — we’ve reached the fevered pitch of the el...

Shaw: Kari Lake does not represent Arizona — Not even Republicans

Robin Shaw By Robin Shaw | Point of View As a small business owner, a former Republican State Representative, and a former leader of the Arizona Federation of GOP Women, I have always championed conservative values.This election year, I cons...

Dr. Ostrom: Wildfires pose unique threat to Arizona senior community with chronic respiratory issues

Dr. Tara Ostrom By Dr. Dr. Tara Ostrom | Point of View Wildfires are an increasing concern in Arizona, requiring quick action when they strike. It’s crucial that Arizonans and especially those 65 and older and others with one or more ch...

Sproule: the complex link between substance abuse, mental health and suicide

Michelle Sproule By Michelle Sproule | Point of View September’s Suicide Prevention Awareness Month underscores the critical need to address the complex relationship between suicide risk, substance use, and mental health disorders. The co-o...

Point of View: Addressing the taboo of mental health disorders in young Arizona residents

Erik Osland and Francine Sumner By Erik Osland and Francine Sumner | Point of View It’s been just over seven years since Francine Sumner’s 16-year-old son, Zach, died by suicide. Those feelings of grief and tremendous loss will be with her a...

Parraz: I offer my endorsement of Tyler Kamp for sheriff of Maricopa County

Randy Parraz By Randy Parraz | Point of View During his tenure as Maricopa County Sheriff, Joe Arpaio unleashed a reign of terror on immigrant communities targeting those he perceived as undocumented. For those of us who dared to challenge S...

Rodriguez: How to grow your relevance with a Hispanic audience

Mayline Rodriguez By Mayline Rodriguez | Point of View Successful businesses understand that the customer is key, and marketing can play a pivotal role in your brand’s communication. It’s crucial to speak to the entirety of your customers, n...

Brewer: Mark Stanton is the right choice for Town of Paradise Valley mayor

Mark Stanton By Jan Brewer | Point of View As governor, I appointed Mark Stanton to serve in my administration because of his adept leadership qualities. Mark’s skillful and thoughtful approach made him a perfect match to serve in a critical...

Judge Skupin: A key to my success is the Hispanic Mother Daughter Program through Access ASU

Judge Alicia Skupin By Judge Alicia Skupin | Point of View As Chandler’s Presiding Judge, I know life is full of obstacles. Sometimes all we need is a little guidance to help us start down the path to success. I see evidence of this truth ev...

Johnson: I join former mayors in support of Scottsdale Props 490 & 491

Paul Johnson By Paul Johnson | Point of View Here is a secret: as the mayor of Phoenix, I always envied Scottsdale commitment to open space and parks.Phoenix has worked hard to protect its own open space. But the model for our state is Scott...

Shapiro: Scottsdale is the ‘Gold Standard’ of Arizona communities — let’s start acting like it again

Gary Shapiro By Gary Shapiro | Point of View Scottsdale is a unique community with a long history of major accomplishments. They include such memorable and significant things as the Indian Bend Wash, our preserve, our Cure Corridor including...

Shapiro: A plethora of new Realtor forms emerges in wake of national ruling

Gary Shapiro By Gary Shapiro | Point of View This month, more than a million Realtors across America will have a plethora of new forms to incorporate into transactions with their clients. The changes are a result of some settlement agreement...

Cassadore: Inflation and credit card swipe fees are devastating combo for Native American economies

Kevin Cassadore By Kevin Cassadore | Point of View As inflation continues to run rampant, no other racial or ethnic group has felt the financial sting more than Native Americans. When surveyed, 69 percent of them reported “ser...

Bien-Willner: A letter of endorsement for the Protect SUSD team as general election approaches

A view of Jerry Bien-Willner at work as mayor of the Town of Paradise Valley. (Photo: Arianna Grainey/DigitalFreePress) By Jerry Bien-Willner | Point of View With a decade of service to the Town of Paradise Valley, including six years as may...

Benedict: Arizona State Schools for the Deaf and the Blind offer vital programs to prepare deaf and blind students for success

Kendra Benedict, above, is Arizona director, early learning program for Arizona State Schools for the Deaf and the Blind (File Photos/DigitalFreePress) By Kendra Benedict | Point of View Every parent with school age children faces the challe...

Martin: Here are tips to lower your utility bills and improve home comfort

Katie Martin By Katie Martin | Point of View If you’re facing high utility bills and fall into the low-income category, weatherization might be the perfect solution for you. The Weatherization Assistance Program is designed to help reduce en...

Fils-Aime: West-MEC adult education programs advances career and education

Lizeth Fils-Aime By Lizeth Fils-Aime | Point of View There is no age limit to learning, and CTE (career and technical education) is a great way to continue education or find a promising career path at any stage of life. In a new study by ...

Hamway: My final argument for your vote for mayor of the Town of Paradise Valley

Mary Hamway Mary Hamway | Point of View The ballots have arrived and I encourage everyone to exercise your right to vote. I first ran for Town Council 20 years ago, and during that time, I had the honor to work with five different mayors. Th...

Stanton: A final word on my run for mayor of the Town of Paradise Valley

Paradise Valley Vice Mayor Mark Stanton. (Photo by Arianna Grainey/DigitalFreePress) By Mark Stanton | Point of View As we get close to the primary election on July 30, I would like to state how grateful am for all the incredible support and...

Thomasson: A few words on my pursuit to be elected mayor of the Town of Paradise Valley

Paradise Valley Councilwoman Anna Thomasson. (Photo: Arianna Grainey/DigitalFreePress) By Anna Thomasson | Point of View Thank you, Arizona Digital Free Press, for being an alternative news source for voters in Paradise Valley. Thank you to ...

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Mellor: Resume tips and tricks for high school students

September is recognized as International Update Your Resume Month, a perfect time for students to refine their resumes and prepare for future job opportunities. Whether you’re entering the job market soon or just gearing up for internships, a polished and updated resume is essential.

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Dr. Kleven: What men need to know about prostate cancer

Prostate cancer is the second-most common cancer among men and the second-leading cause of cancer death among American men. While this is an important subject to talk about year-round, Prostate Cancer Awareness Month in September is an ideal opportunity to bring the discussion front and center.

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