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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 ...

Shapiro: Vote with your conscience in the American elections of 2024

Gary Shapiro By Gary Shapiro | Point of View For several decades, I served in a leadership capacity for a local symphony. All of the board members shared common interests. Fundamentally, we loved classical music.In another phase of my commun...

Iacovo: Political disinformation swirls around Scottsdale transportation projects

Pamela Iacovo Iacovo: Setting the record straight on Scottsdale transportation By Pamela Iacovo | Point of View As the former chair of the Scottsdale Transportation Commission, including a six-year tenure, it has been very disturbing to w...

Dembow: I believe the Town of Paradise Valley deserves better political decorum

A view of Paul Dembow during his time at Paradise Valley Town Council. (Photo by Arianna Grainey/DigitalFreePress) By Paul Dembow | Point of View I am writing this from the unique position of being one of only two people on the planet who ha...

Murray: saving lives in the workplace —Why Narcan should be on-site at all times

Rick Murray By Rick Murray | Point of View In an age where opioid addiction has become a pervasive public health crisis, workplaces across the country are increasingly finding themselves on the front lines of this battle. The need for immedi...

Paradise Valley triumvirate: we want you to vote in the July 30 primary election

From left are candidates for Paradise Valley Mayor Anna Thomasson, Mark Stanton and Mary Hamway. (File Photos/DigitalFreePress) By Mary Hamway, Mark Stanton and Anna Thomasson | Point of View As the three candidates running for mayor of Para...

Taylor: leaving a lasting legacy on the State Bar of Arizona by increasing diversity and inclusivity

Benjamin Taylor is partner of Phoenix-based Taylor & Gomez Attorneys at Law and outgoing president of the State Bar of Arizona. (Photo Courtesy: Mark Skalny Corporate Photography/DigitalFreePress) By Benjamin Taylor | Point of View The S...

Iniguez: Fighting brain drain is a critical component of a summer well spent

Dr. Alicia Iniguez By Dr. Alicia Iniguez | Point of View Summer is here, which means popsicles, camp, vacation and some quality family time with the kids.While the opportunity for fun is endless, so is the reality known as brain drain. Regar...

Lentz: Mark Stanton – dependable, responsible and trustworthy

Mark Stanton By Wendy Lentz | Point of View We support Mark Stanton as the next mayor of Paradise Valley. Mark loves his family, his community, and his friends. He is there to handle whatever is needed. In other words, he is dependable. ...

O’Connor: Mary Hamway is a proven problem solver and my vote for Paradise Valley mayor

Mary Hamway By Scott O’Connor | Point of View Years ago, as a youth sports coach, I was dismayed that the Town of Paradise Valley had no available practice fields for recreational youth teams to gather and practice. Prior to this, we h...

McWhirter: My vote for mayor of Paradise Valley is Anna Thomasson

Anna Thomasson By Robert J. McWhirter | Point of View I was at the candidates forum held at Town Hall the afternoon of June 17 for Paradise Valley mayor — Anna Thomasson stood out.Although the other candidates gave competent answers to...

Percival: As scorching summer arrives here are top tips to beat the heat in Arizona

Lori Percival Lori Percival | Point of View Summer is here, and that brings special challenges for Arizona residents.Below are a few tips I’ve learned during 25 years spent professionally managing communities: Lamber: A step forward for ...

Lamber: A step forward for child safety as off-highway vehicle law makes sense

Marc Lamber By Marc Lamber | Point of View Finally, Arizona is coming to its senses.Children under 16 do not belong on Off-Highway Vehicles, and now it’s against the law for them to drive one in this state. Jose Leon at Leon Law breaks ...

Dr. Abrams: CD1 candidate Amish Shah should be kept out of congress

Dr. Matthew E. Abrams By Dr. Matthew E. Abrams | Point of View As a neonatologist working alongside OBGYNs, my colleagues and I witness how faulty and vague laws have real-world consequences, putting women’s health at risk and, at times, end...

Birchler: The power of retail is strong at Scottsdale Fashion Square

Kate Birchler, above, is a 26-year resident of Scottsdale and the assistant vice president of tourism marketing for Macerich Shopping Centers & Fashion Outlets. (Submitted Photo/DigitalFreePress) Scottsdale Fashion Square offers best-in-cla...

Bailey: A public thanks to Sen. Mark Kelly for standing up for Medicare Advantage

A view of Arizona Sen. Mark Kelly during a recent visit to Planned Parenthood in Tempe. (File Photos/DigitalFreePress) By Kay Bailey | Point of View As a senior, it can be hard to navigate the health care system. From selecting the right pla...

Andeen: Mark Stanton has my support for mayor of Paradise Valley

Mark Stanton By Ellen Andeen | Point of View I have had the pleasure of serving on council for the past six years with Vice Mayor Mark Stanton. In that time, I have found Mark to be of good temperament, honest, and inclusive. He is the only ...

Neighborhood Advocates: Anna Thomasson is our choice for mayor of Paradise Valley

Anna Thomasson By Bill Hunter | Point of View Anna Thomasson is our choice for mayor of Paradise Valley.She stands out among the other candidates for several reasons, especially her demonstrated record of achievement at the Arizona Legislatu...

Keane: Paradise Valley would be in good hands with Mary Hamway as mayor

Mary Hamway By Jeff Keane | Point of View I met Mary Hamway in 2012 when the Town of Paradise Valley asked to find a way to celebrate my dad, Bil Keane, who had created and drawn “The Family Circus” cartoon in our family home at the foot of ...

Taszarek: Mark Stanton is my choice for Paradise Valley mayor

Mark Stanton By Lori Fee Taszarek | Point of View I am writing to express my enthusiastic support for Mark Stanton in his campaign for mayor of Paradise Valley. As a longtime resident deeply rooted in this community, I believe that now, more...

Lowry: SB 1457 allows public school students to take standardized tests remotely

Celia Lowry By Celia Lowry | Point of View The Arizona Legislature is best known for its partisan bickering, inter-party squabbles, and fights over scarce tax dollars to reach a balanced budget. So, it was somewhat of a miracle when a see...

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