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At the Westin Kierland, you can enjoy a taste of Scotland in Scottsdale
With nearly 150 active whisky distilleries spread across Scotland, a wee dram is never too far out of reach. But for those of us watching this year’s Open Championship action from Royal Troon on the American side of the Atlantic, there’s still a way to have an authentic Scotch-drinking experience.
Former Mayor Jim Lane, Misguided Opponents to Popular Scottsdale Initiative Get Smacked Down in Court
Regular readers and most Scottsdalians are aware of Proposition 490, the Protect and Preserve Initiative that will expand maintenance and upgrades for our city’s many parks while simultaneously reducing our collective tax burden, a situation that’s as much of a win-win as you will ever find in government. But of course, you will never make 100% of people happy, even with something that’s as obvious of a Yes vote as this.
Crystal Fullmer named artistic director of Southwest Ballet Theatre
Southwest Ballet Theatre is welcoming a new artistic director. Crystal Fullmer started her tenure at the end of May, replacing interim artistic director Anthony Spaulding II. She brings experience as a teacher, studio owner, choreographer, producer and dancer. The Avondale nonprofit ballet company is in its tenth season. Southwest Ballet...
Historic Downtown Glendale has a sticky proposition
The Historic Downtown Glendale Merchants Association is calling on artisans to participate in the inaugural Historic Downtown Glendale Sticker Contest. Artisans ages 10 and older are invited to create an image that they think best represents century-old downtown. All art mediums are welcome. Historic Downtown Glendale features a wide array...
Randy Johnson ranked 3rd greatest MLB player of the modern era
In the pantheon of Major League Baseball legends, few names resonate as powerfully as Randy Johnson. Known for his towering presence and overpowering fastball, Johnson was recently ranked No. 3 in Bleacher Report’s top 50 players in modern-day baseball. Thank you for reading this post, don't forget to subscribe!
Sky Harbor flight times returning to normal following ground stop caused by dust storm on Sunday
PHOENIX — Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport experienced delays after a ground stop Sunday due to a dust storm in the Valley. As of Monday morning, flight times looked to be returning to normal with only a few cancellations and delays. The ground stop was issued by the FAA...
Construction begins on Papago Golf House, will serve many public golf organizations
PHOENIX — Construction for the Papago Golf House is now underway, as the groundbreaking was announced by the project manager on Thursday. The 14,100-square-foot facility spearheaded by Wespac Construction, Inc. and designed by Douglas Fredrikson Architects is located adjacent to the Papago Golf Club clubhouse and pavilion on 5595 E. Karsten Way.
Young Valley angler pulls up rare albino catfish from Chaparral Lake in Scottsdale
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. — It was Gabe Drews' second catch of the day from the depths of Chaparral Lake, but a rare catch for anglers in Arizona. The 12-year-old angler catching an albino catfish off a generous fellow angler's gifted bait. "It was catfish guts and blood and mixed with...
Phoenix Monster Jam® Tickets On-Sale Now, Use Code JDGZNE
The only place to see the world’s most popular trucks and best drivers. roars into State Farm Stadium in Glendale on October 5th. **Highlighted by First Ever U.S. Debut of Four All-New Marvel Monster Jam Trucks. Plus Phoenix Premiere Appearance of Sparkle Smash**. Experience big-time family fun at Monster...
Day 1 of Catch 22: Yavapai Silent Witness Seeks Help Locating Fugitive Kyle Blevins
It’s day 1 of Yavapai Silent Witness’ Catch 22 Program. Today Yavapai County Law Enforcement is asking for your help in locating fugitive Kyle Blevins. In April of 2022 an Officer with the Prescott Valley Police department conducted a traffic stop a for speeding. The vehicle was operated by Kyle Blevins. He was not able to provide the officer with a valid driver’s license. It was discovered that Blevins privilege to drive was suspended, and he was required to have an interlock device in the vehicle. During the subsequent investigation it was discovered Blevins was in possession of narcotic drugs, dangerous drugs, and drug paraphernalia.
Lithium Battery starts Garage Fire in PV
7/22 In the past 8-days, Central Arizona Fire has responded to two residential fires caused by lithium batteries. Officials say Friday they responded to a home in the area of Alwick Way and Sutton Trail in Prescott Valley after a battery being charged for a Segway caught fire. The homeowner noticed the battery getting hot and unplugged it, but 5-minutes later heard a pop and found the garage on fire. Crews quickly doused the fire, limiting the damage. Firefighters also responded to a house fire recently in which the lithium battery on a skateboard caught fire while being charged.
Outdoor Film: Concert for George
Sedona Film Festival presents ‘Concert for George’ under the stars Aug. 7. Festival partners with The Wilde Resort & Spa for “Wilde Wednesdays” outdoor films. The Sedona International Film Festival is taking its show on the road on Wednesday, Aug. 7 at The Wilde Resort and Spa for “Wilde Wednesdays” — an outdoor under-the-stars movie experience with “Movies on the Move”.
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