OPINION — Many residents recently received two large mailings from Mr. Steve Gayor who, through his PAC and printing business, targeted me for my vote on the Mockingbird Lane improvement project. … more

Today I offer you three more Gifts of the Spirit, to ad to our list, and all three might surprise you. more

OPINION — In Arizona, mosquito bites are more than a backyard nuisance, especially during monsoon season. The body’s reaction to mosquito saliva causes the familiar bump and itching. A typical bite may appear as a puffy, reddish bump within minutes, a hard, itchy, reddish-brown bump or multiple bumps about a day later. more

We have all heard the admonition, “Don’t confuse the forest for the trees” — meaning, “Don’t let the minor details prevent you from seeing the larger picture.” more

Over the course of my career, I have devoted myself to upholding the rule of law in Maryland’s courtrooms and public institutions. As a former Deputy State’s Attorney for Anne Arundel … more

OPINION — In Rep. Hamadeh’s recent newsletter, I agree with much of what was written. However, the newsletter states, “We defend the freedom to speak, worship, assemble and petition our government.” As I understand it, Rep. Hamadeh hasn't met with constituents that are members of Northwest Valley Indivisible. They may not agree with his policies, but they are still his constituents. more

In the last few years, a new substance quietly made its way onto gas station and vape shop shelves, many unaware... more

OPINION — The History Channel’s recounting of World War II, narrated by Tom Hanks, includes the history of Operation Overlord, the massive D-Day invasion of occupied France. This invasion was a magnificent coalition of the United States, Great Britain, Canada, Australia, the French Resistance and many other nations. Gen. Dwight D. Eisenhower’s masterful management of this coalition enabled the success of history’s greatest amphibious invasion. more

OPINION — Every election cycle we hear this is the most important school board election yet. While that message can lose its impact over time, this year's Scottsdale Unified School District … more

OPINION — Nearly 4,000 locals chose respect, decency and civility for Fountain Hills, but it appears that it was not enough, unfortunately. We have seen misguided decisions before (with no … more

At the close of the 16th annual HBCU Philanthropy Symposium — a national convening that Delaware State University founded and has hosted for 16 years — Dr. Melva K. Wallace, the president of Huston-Tillotson University, talked about faith and vision. more

OPINION — Re: your article, Hamadeh labels protesters ‘communists’ at Sun City West GOP meeting. First, there were well over 50 protesters there, not sure why your count was so wrong. Second, why did Hamadeh feel the need to label the protesters as crazy and communist? more

OPINION — Hooray! Three Sun City Maricopa County election locations were available for 2026 Primary voting, after several years with none! more

You no longer have to look through a telescope to see the completion of Fountain Hills’ International Dark Sky Discovery Center as its completion is in sight for early 2027.  As of June, … more

Here are some comments about stories happening in Surprise. more

OPINION — Two events I saw on TV that I believe are major moments in all of our lives occurred recently. more

Many people in Scottsdale are very concerned about President Trump’s threats to interfere with our elections in November.  To our elected officials, please share specificity what you will do … more

To “John Elway,” the man who wears a Denver Broncos jersey and sometimes panhandles in Dover. more

When a new school year begins parents have a lot to prepare from buying new supplies... more

OPINION — Re: My suggestions for curbing prostitution in Arizona — drugs, gambling and prostitution are inherently and constitutionally legal individual behavior and cannot be outlawed in that context. When unconstitutionally outlawed, it only worsens the lives of those who do it and society at large. more