Donna Boetger, an Anthem resident and member of Saint Rose Philippine Duchesne's parish, said the LGBTQ agenda under Vice President Kamala Harris "has done enormous damage" to families and the country as a whole.
On August 28, 2024, a panel discussion featuring former President Donald Trump and Robert F. Kennedy Jr. was held to address their collaborative efforts under the themes "Make America Great Again" (MAGA) and "Make America Healthy Again" (MAHA). The event aimed to highlight the potential for bipartisan cooperation in American politics.
Kathy Heisler, a Carefree resident and member of Our Lady of Joy parish, said the idea of allowing children to make decisions about changing their gender and having medical professionals act on that is both "criminal" and "sick."
The Scottsdale Police Department, in collaboration with the Governor’s Office of Highway Safety, Arizona Department of Transportation, and National Traffic Safety Administration, will conduct DUI enforcement during the Labor Day weekend. The Task Force will operate in the evening hours from Friday, August 30, through Sunday, September 1. Law enforcement partners from Gilbert, Mesa, and Salt River Police Departments will also participate. Additionally, Scottsdale Police will assist Mesa Police with traffic activity near the Salt River on Monday, September 2.
The future of affording higher education can be daunting for some high school students and their families. In response, the city of Scottsdale has announced a new scholarship program, Scottsdale College Promise, designed to support residents in achieving their higher education goals.
Scottsdale Video Network (SVN) offers round-the-clock telecasts on Cox Cable channel 11 and a live stream. City Council, Planning Commission, and Development Review Board meetings are also streamed live on the network's YouTube channel.
The Scottsdale City Council amended the official ballot language for Proposition 490, a 0.15% city sales tax rate measure, during a special open public meeting on August 20 at Scottsdale City Hall. This action followed a Court of Appeals ruling that the original ballot measure could not proceed as written.
The Scottsdale Family Resource Center (SFRC), located at Paiute Neighborhood Center and funded through First Things First, provides various services to support families, parents, caregivers, and expectant parents at no cost.
The Scottsdale City Council has amended the official ballot language for Proposition 490, a 0.15% city sales tax rate measure, during a special public meeting at Scottsdale City Hall.
The Scottsdale City Council will convene today at 2 p.m. to address Monday's Court of Appeals ruling on Proposition 490, a proposed 0.15% city sales tax rate ballot measure.
The Scottsdale City Council is set to discuss the continuation of its bridge housing program. This initiative offers temporary accommodation for local seniors and families with minor children who meet specific criteria. On August 21, the council will review a proposal to approve a $190,000 contract with a local hotel to secure five rooms until May 2025. The funding comes from an Arizona Department of Housing grant previously accepted by the council in June 2023, ensuring no city funds are utilized.
Scottsdale’s annual Back to School Program provides essential school supplies, backpacks, clothing, and shoes to income-eligible Scottsdale-based students in kindergarten through 12th grade. In addition to school supplies, over 950 students received free books, dental screenings, activity bags, food, gift cards, and more to prepare them for the upcoming school year. The event took place on Tuesday, July 30 at the Scottsdale Stadium Fieldhouse.
On Wednesday, Aug. 21, the City Council will consider a contract to extend Scottsdale's bridge housing program, which provides temporary lodging for residents who are seniors or families with minor children meeting specific criteria.
Jane Mullin, a Chandler resident and member of the St. Juan Diego parish, said that many Catholics are confused about the meaning of the Eucharist, highlighting the need for better education within the Church.
Donna Boetger, an Anthem resident and member of the St. Rose Philippine Duchesne parish, said the Eucharist is "profoundly important" to her and is very central to her life.
Scottsdale Water Executive Director Brian Biesemeyer has been named “Person of the Year” by the Arizona Water Association and Arizona WateReuse. This award recognizes Biesemeyer's three decades of dedication and leadership in the water industry, particularly his contributions to water reuse.
Scottsdale Water Executive Director Brian Biesemeyer was awarded Person of the Year by the Arizona Water Association and Arizona WateReuse at the 2024 Arizona WateReuse Symposium. Biesemeyer, along with his directors and key employees, participated in the conference to moderate panels and discuss topics involving Advanced Water Purification.