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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...

Anable: Here are top tips from Cox Communications for internet safety

Susan Anable By Susan Anable | Point of View June is National Internet Safety Month, according to the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), so let’s talk about protection.  Every day, millions of us share our priva...

Stanwitz: A veteran’s perspective on the Kroger-Albertsons merger

Joshua Stanwitz By Joshua Stanwitz | Point of View As a resident of Gilbert and a proud veteran who regularly shops at my local Fry’s, I would like to take the time to applaud the proposed merger between Kroger and Albertsons. This combinat...

Jimenez: evolvedMD works to breakdown health care barriers affecting LGBTQIA+ community

Zayro Jimenez By Zayro Jimenez | Point of View At a time when rapidly changing laws and healthcare standards across the country are only increasing the need for accessible behavioral health services among the LGBTQIA+ community, evolvedMD is...

McGuire: Marlene Woods’ recent interview creates more questions than answers

Elaine McGuire By Elaine McGuire | Point of View As an engaged Democrat, I have hosted forums, knocked doors, and talked with voters across the political spectrum.A common theme — regardless of party — is people want candidates t...

LeMarr: There is only clear choice for Town of Paradise Valley Mayor — Mary Hamway

Mary Hamway is in pursuit of the mayor’s seat this July in the Town of Paradise Valley. (File Photos/DigitalFreePress) By Scott LeMarr | Point of View Candidates often say they want to keep the Town of Paradise Valley just as it is, bu...

Romero: Mark Stanton has my support for Town of Paradise Valley mayor

Paradise Valley Town Councilman Mark Stanton. (Photo: Arianna Grainey/DigitalFreePress) Kay “Baby Kay” Romero | Point of View Your leadership and commitment to Paradise Valley is so inspiring. I have recognized it since you were in high scho...

Winkler: Anna Thomasson has my vote for Town of Paradise Valley mayor

A view of Anna Thomasson at Paradise Valley Town Hall, 6401 E. Lincoln Drive. (Photo: Arianna Grainey/DigitalFreePress) By Ed Winkler | Point of View After serving on Town Council for 10 years and two years as your mayor, I have an appreciat...

O’Callaghan: It’s time to move on in Arizona politics

Conor O’Callaghan By Conor O’Callaghan | Point of View When I moved to Arizona just before my 5th birthday, I still had an Irish accent. I kept that accent until my first grade teacher worried I had a speech impediment, and called for ...

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

Mark Stanton serving as CEO at the Scottsdale Area Chamber of Commerce during last year’s Sterling Awards held at the Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts. (Photo: Arianna Grainey/DigitalFreePress) By Andy Kunasek | Point of View ...

Sacco: Supporting Scottsdale’s hospitality businesses throughout the summer

Rachel Sacco is president and CEO of Experience Scottsdale. By Rachel Sacco | Experience Scottsdale Another exciting high tourism season has come and gone, and that means Scottsdale’s streets will quiet down as residents begin their annual ...

Felix: The emergence of specialized, expert consultants begins to emerge at executive level

Karina Felix How expert consultants are filling the need of CFO across multiple markets By Karina Felix | Point of View The finance and accounting sectors are experiencing a downturn, attributable to a declining interest among students in...

Odle: Memorial Day kicks off summertime BBQs but here are some tips for food safety

Dr. Leo Odle By Dr. Leo Odle | Point of View 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 get...

Dermott: Arizona backs Narcan distribution to combat staggering Fentanyl crisis

Andrea Dermott By Andrea Dermott | Point of View Narcan, or naloxone, the nasal spray that works to reverse overdoses, may soon be available in the state’s public schools. Arizona Superintendent of Public Instruction Tom Horne has expressed ...

Tabrizi: The joys of being a foster parent can offer purpose — and vital respite for Arizona’s youth

Yasaman Tabrizi By Yasaman Tabrizi | Point of View May is National Foster Care Month and is a time to learn about what being a foster family is like as well as how to support your local foster community best. According to the Department of C...

Rasmussen: Anna Thomasson cares about neighbors and has our vote for Paradise Valley mayor

Paradise Valley Mayoral Candidate Anna Thomasson at the local dais at Town Hall, 6401 E. Lincoln Drive. (Photo: Arianna Grainey/DigitalFreePress) By Robert & Eileen Rasmussen | Point of View Paradise Valley Councilmember Anna Thomasson i...

Shapiro: Local journalism should inform and educate — not incite anger, confuse

Gary Shapiro Reporting on Dr. Scott Menzel contract extension at SUSD misses the mark, point By Gary Shapiro | Point of View Recently, a Scottsdale newspaper reported on the governing board’s decision to renew the superintendent’s employm...

Sacco: Experience Scottsdale celebrates National Travel & Tourism Week

Rachel Sacco Tourism plays a critical role in Scottsdale’s economic growth, local vibrancy By Rachel Sacco | Point of View National Travel & Tourism Week will be celebrated May 19-25 this year.The week spotlights travel’s essential r...

Skory: Here are three ways to support moms in the workplace

Genevieve Skory By Genevieve Skory | Point of View Mothers are incredible, and that’s why we joyously celebrate them each Mother’s Day. Yet, when it comes to supporting mothers in the workplace, we have room for improvement. A re...

Anable: Spring cleaning in the 21st century extends to all things tech

Susan Anable By Susan Anable | Point of View Spring cleaning isn’t just for your home and closet, it’s a great time to make sure your technology is running at peak efficiency. Particularly for the home where there are 17-plus devices on aver...

Ortega: Arizona legislators wrong to add to STR ‘catastrophe’ through casita provisions

Scottsdale Mayor David Ortega atop the local dais at City Hall, 3939 N. Drinkwater Blvd. (Photo by Arianna Grainey/DigitalFreePress) By David Ortega | Point of View As Scottsdale and other Arizona cities grapple with the chaos caused by inva...

La Sota: Ellen Andeen works legal means to maintain integrity of Paradise Valley nomination petition process

Phoenix-based Attorney Timothy La Sota. (File Photos/DigitalFreePress) By Timothy La Sota | Point of View Maintaining the integrity of elections requires constant vigilance.The Arizona Secretary of State has sent information to the Arizona A...

Christie-Tabron: Strategies for child abuse prevention in Arizona

Jenna Christie-Tabron By Jenna Christie-Tabron | Point of View In the United States, it is estimated that a child experiences abuse or neglect every 54 seconds, equating to nearly 1,600 children each day.Statistics show that younger children...

Wills: Scottsdale Leadership is now accepting applications for Class 39

Michael Wills By Michael Wills | Point of View There are plenty of local leadership programs from which people can choose. While all have merit, I don’t know of a more immersive program than Scottsdale Leadership. Over the past 38 years Scot...

Ortega: I am in opposition to the proposed Arizona Coyotes arena location

Mayor David D. Ortega David Ortega | Point of View Last week, the Arizona Coyotes developer team, rolled out the same fantasy renderings used in the Tempe mega arena and mixed-use site proposal, which was resoundingly defeated at the ballot ...

Dickman: How to preserve the Town of Paradise Valley — lessons learned from the STR experience

Tim Dickman, at left, with his wife in the Town of Paradise Valley. (File Photos/DigitalFreePress) By Tim Dickman | Point of View I have been privileged to have lived in the Town of Paradise Valley for the past 14 years with my wife.  S...

Ruiz: Avoid leaving money on the table for college expenses through FAFSA

By Vanessa Ruiz | Point of View More than $4 billion in Federal Pell Grants went unclaimed by the class of 2023 simply because they did not fill out the free application for Federal Financial Aid (FAFSA). The FAFSA has been the key for students...

Sacco: A new partnership blossoms at Experience Scottsdale with Wheel the World digital platform

Rachel Sacco is president and CEO at Experience Scottsdale. (File Photos/DigitalFreePress) Experience Scottsdale: Wheel the World offers greater tourism access to all By Rachel Sacco | Point of View As the name implies, at Experience Sco...

Arizona PIRG: Tips for what you need to know as an everyday consumer

Teresa Murray is the Consumer Watchdog Director of the Arizona PIRG Education Fund. (File Photos/DigitalFreePress) By Teresa Murray | Point of View To celebrate Consumer Protection Week this year, the Arizona PIRG Education Fund decided to f...

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