Phoenix One data center patents technology Jul 1, 2009
I/o moved its operation from Scottsdale, where it still has a 120,000-square-foot data center, to the Phoenix office. Many of the technologies first implemented at i/o s Scottsdale center are expanded in the new operation. (Phoenix Business Journal, AZ)
Richard A. (Dick) Gray Jun 30, 2009
Dick is missed by his wife, Jane; daughters Marti (Mark) Maxon of Gaylord, Jodi (Bryce) Southwell of Mancelona, and Teri Fidelman of Jerome; son, Richard Rick (Kathryn) Gray of Scottsdale, Ariz. stepdaughters, Cathy (Ed) Harmon of Tolar, Texas, Marci Fisher of Greeley, Colo. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
Arvizu Advertising owes nearly $3M to largest creditors Jun 30, 2009
In October, the Business Journal reported that R&R Partners in Scottsdale laid off 12 of its 32 staffers. Numerous marketing positions also were eliminated at Arizona State University as the school undergoes an $88 million budget cut, with furloughs mandated to every staffer. (Phoenix Business Journal, AZ)
Petillo honored as All-Star Among Us Jun 30, 2009
David Hepburn of Scottsdale, Ariz. the founder of Helping Hands Housing Services who work tirelessly to help the poor in Phoenix. (MLB.com -- Arizona Diamondbacks)
Three Cougs off on right foot in pro baseball Jun 30, 2009
Alex Burg, the fourth Cougar who was drafted and signed a pro contract this month, has yet to play with Scottsdale, Ariz. in the Rookie-class Arizona League. (Cougfan.com)
New Faces On Deck Jun 30, 2009
Lopus is a Scottsdale, Ariz. native and swims butterfly and individual medley. (Pac-10.org)
Wright: Unknowable yet unforgettable Jun 30, 2009
Kimberly Lloyd-Wright of Scottsdale is Frank's great-granddaughter. She and her two sisters grew up in Phoenix next door to David Wright, her grandfather and Frank's son. (AZCentral -- Home)
Sadowski wins big-league debut for Giants Jun 29, 2009
Sadowski hadn't set foot in a major league stadium since 2006, when he spent the year rehabbing at the club's minor league complex in Scottsdale, Ariz. after shoulder surgery. (Modesto Bee, CA)
Paradise Valley to reimburse 1,000 cited by traffic camera Jun 29, 2009
Bill Maloney is the program manager for photo enforcement for the Scottsdale police department. He said Scottsdale started using enforcement cameras at intersections in 2008 as a way to condition drivers to adopt new habits ... The police department noticed a spike in the number of red-light tickets after a camera was installed at Scottsdale and McDowell roads. (AZCentral -- News)
Robins: Dog days of summer Jun 29, 2009
November 11-15: The Doggie OlympicsThe worlds best dog athletes will gather in Scottsdale, Arizona to compete in a variety of events such as agility and flyball, dock jumping, go to ground, canine musical freestyles, herding, rally-o, course-a-lure and more at the Cynosport World Games, nicknamed the Doggie Olympics. The event includes and opportunities to try some fun activities with your dog, and of course, several exhibits and vendors selling loads of great must-haves for Fido. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Dead man found in car in Scottsdale school lot Jun 28, 2009
A man was found dead in a car parked in a school parking lot Friday night in Scottsdale. Phoenix police have identified the man as Ricardo Estrada, 31, police said. (AZCentral -- News)
Rejuvenate Your Appearance with Juvederm this Summer! Infini Cosmetic Associates Offers Special Discounts on Dermal Fillers Jun 28, 2009
Scottsdale, AZ (PRWEB) June 28, 2009 -- Despite the sagging economy, dermal filler face lifts are on the rise - in double digits. The latest procedure is actually more cutting-edge and about refilling and resurfacing than surgical cutting and tightening. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Five female executives share strategies for recession Jun 28, 2009
5 female execs share strategies for recession. 5 female execs share strategies for recession. (AZCentral -- Business)
Carefree seeking tourism boost Jun 28, 2009
It may have a tourist-friendly downtown and one of the world's largest sundials, but Carefree, the quaint town north of Scottsdale, continues to struggle with a low-profile image ... Town leaders are toying with the idea of high-profile concerts, along with Internet exposure and air time on Scottsdale's CityCable Channel 11. (AZCentral)
Two men arrested in Scottsdale bombing Jun 27, 2009
Two brothers from Illinois, Dennis and Daniel Mahon, have been indicted by a federal grand jury and arrested on charges of sending a letter bomb to a city of Scottsdale agency ... The federal indictment says the Mahon are part of a white supremacist group called the White Aryan Resistance and that they sent a parcel package to the Scottsdale diversity office ... That includes distributing flyers in Scottsdale neighborhoods. (Phoenix Business Journal, AZ)
Banned Smell-Loss Drug, Zicam, Escaped FDA Review, Violates Homeopath Rule Jun 27, 2009
Matrixx, of Scottsdale, Arizona, stands by the safety of its products and plans to meet with the FDA to try to get the agency to reverse its decision, said , Matrixxs acting president, chief financial officer and chief operating officer, in a June 24 interview ... It started as Nekros International Marketing Inc., changed its name to Gum Tech International Inc. and then in 2001 to Matrixx of Scottsdale, Arizona. (Bloomberg)
W.J. Bradley merges with Ariz. firm Jun 27, 2009
State Mortgage of Scottsdale, Ariz. now will do business under the name of Denver-based Mortgage Capital Corp., the companies reported Friday. (Denver Business Journal, CO)
Arizona investigating mortgage firms for fraud Jun 27, 2009
Johnny Zamora, an Oxford employee at the company s Scottsdale office, said the company does mortgage refinancing, does not ask for up-front fees, perform or promise modifications. He said Oxford s fees are built into refinancings and new loans. (Phoenix Business Journal, AZ)
Guilty plea in sex-enhancement drug case Jun 27, 2009
Scottsdale man pleads guilty to federal drug, tax charges - Phoenix Business Journal ... Scottsdale man pleads guilty to federal drug, tax charges ... A Scottsdale man who made his own brand of Viagra pleaded guilty this week to multiple federal charges. (Phoenix Business Journal, AZ)
Bloomingdale's committed to Valley store Jun 27, 2009
But with CityNorth on hold, nothing would prevent Bloomingdale's from moving to another location, such as Westcor's planned Palisene retail project a few miles east at Scottsdale Road and Loop 101 in Phoenix ... In 2001, Westcor thought it had Bloomingdale's lined up to take over a former Sears store at Scottsdale Fashion Square ... Caribbean Kids, a store that sold island-themed children's clothes, is moving the shop to Westcor's Scottsdale Fashion Square. (AZCentral -- Business)
Supremacist twins out to do harm, police say Jun 27, 2009
Federal authorities said Friday that White supremacists Dennis Mahon, 58, and his twin brother, Daniel, were determined to commit violent acts on behalf of the White Aryan Resistance, as they did in the 2004 bombing of Scottsdale's diversity office. The U.S. Attorney's Office, along with the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, U.S. Postal Inspection Service and Scottsdale police discussed the case Friday ... Under the slogan "Tolerance is suicide. Diversity is death," Dennis... (AZCentral -- News)
More pain for non-profits as funds drop and demand rises Jun 27, 2009
Goodwill in March opened its first donation-only location in north Scottsdale and could add up to 10 more around the Valley this year, O'Neal said. St. Mary's Food Bank, the Valley's largest non-profit, based on budget size, has turned to technology to try to save money. (AZCentral -- News)
Angels' Rivera punishing lefties Jun 27, 2009
Howard Kendrick, now at Triple-A Salt Lake, is another Phoenix resident, and Brandon Wood is from Scottsdale. Pitching coach Mike Butcher (Chandler) and bullpen coach Orlando Mercado (Sun City) also were happy to revisit their winter homes. (MLB.com -- Anaheim Angels)
Blue Sky Pest Control Launches New Whitepapers On Pest Control In Phoenix Jun 27, 2009
The company, headed by COO and Technical Director Curtis Whalen as well as President and CFO Nathan Woolf, has been in the and Scottsdale scorpion control business since 2003, and even before that Whalen worked in pest control in Dallas, Texas ... From services to Scottsdale scorpion control, they provide customized service and proven pest control strategies to their Arizona clients with a full guarantee. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Specialty food firms could feel brunt of increased regulation Jun 27, 2009
The more regulations in place, that just adds to the cost, said Bret Wingert, vice president of , which has tea shops in Phoenix and Scottsdale. Wingert said the FDA already has oversight over some food imports into the U.S., but the new plans would result in smaller retail food businesses also having to deal with the federal government. (Phoenix Business Journal, AZ)
Weekend freeway closures and restrictions Jun 26, 2009
Scottsdale Road also closed overnight in both directions at Loop 202. Freeway on-ramps at Scottsdale Road closed ... Detour: Please use alternative routes, including McClintock Drive/Hayden Road, while Scottsdale Road is closed. (AZCentral -- News)
2 indicted in bombing of diversity office Jun 26, 2009
The package detonated in Don Logan's hands on Feb. 26, 2004, in the Human Resources Complex for the city of Scottsdale. The blast injured Logan's hand and arm. (MSNBC -- Crime)
2 White supremacists arrested in '04 letter bombing Jun 26, 2009
Dennis Mahon, a longtime leader in the national White supremacy movement, and his brother have been arrested by federal agents in connection with the 2004 letter bombing of Don Logan, who is Black and at the time headed Scottsdale's diversity office ... According to the indictment, Dennis Mahon called Scottsdale's Office of Diversity and Dialogue on Sept. 26, 2003, and left a voice message saying that "the White Aryan Resistance is growing in Scottsdale. There's a few white people who are... (AZCentral -- News)
Lawyers talk real estate Jun 26, 2009
"I don't think we know yet," said Scottsdale real estate attorney Timothy Clements II, co-chair of a convention seminar titled "Bridge Over Troubled Water: The New Reality for Real-Estate Transactions," scheduled today ... Scottsdale attorney William Kozub has been spending a lot of time with residential real-estate brokers, agents and appraisers and has a depth of perspective on homeowners' current legal troubles ... Kozub, another scheduled panelist today, teaches a law class for real-estate... (AZCentral -- Business)
Food adventurers launch culinary Web site Jun 26, 2009
J. E. Pizarro, an IT professional from the West Valley, and Susie Timm, a bank executive from Scottsdale, were businesses friends who forged a relationship through their mutual love of "food adventures.". It was only a matter of time before Pizarro, who makes his living operating social-networking sites, proposed that he and Timm launch a new venture, sharing their culinary adventures with like-minded people across the Valley. (AZCentral -- Business)
How Large of a deal is this new EIU quarterback? Jun 26, 2009
Find a Scottsdale (Ariz ... Helping the Arizona-to-Illinois connection was former Eastern Illinois linebacker defensive end Ethan Banning, now the linebackers and strength coach at Scottsdale ... Also helping was the fact Wittke was familiar with the Scottsdale program after three years serving as Arizona State s offensive coordinator. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Uncertainty is Arizona teachers' new reality Jun 26, 2009
" Pair 'scared to start our lives with unstable job security' Maroun "Roni" Assali and Katie Nowak met two years ago when they worked in Scottsdale Unified's Arcadia High. They formed a close relationship that resulted in marriage plans, which hit a major bump two months ago. Both were laid off, and so far, only one of them has been rehired: Assali, 26, who is a math teacher. His fiancee still waits. "We finally found a house, but then we realized that Katie will not have a job next year," he... (AZCentral -- News)
Jury selection ends for 2nd 'Serial Shooter' suspect Jun 26, 2009
He did not participate in any of the shootings until May 2, 2006, when he shot Claudia Gutierrez Cruz to death as she walked home near 60th Street and Thomas Road in Scottsdale. He admitted being with Hausner when Hausner shot and killed Robin Blasnek on July 30, 2006, as she walked near her parents' home in Mesa. (AZCentral -- News)
Esmay won't return Jun 25, 2009
He played at Scottsdale Horizon High then ASU in 1986-87 and was on coach Jim Brock's ASU staff in 1988-90 and '94. He was head coach at Utah from 1997-2004. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Our top 50 HS football prospects Jun 25, 2009
Scottsdale Desert Mountain ... Scottsdale Chaparral ... Scottsdale Notre Dame Prep. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Hotels try to boost business with pool parties Jun 25, 2009
Starting June 4, Valley residents became first in the country to bypass the W Hotels and Residences guests-only pool policy when the Scottsdale location launched the chain's public swim party, Acqua Thursdays ... At Scottsdale's Hotel Valley Ho, where a room card used to be the only way to get into the poolside Session Saturdays, just an ID is necessary on certain weekends ... "This is the perfect afternoon getaway," said Brianna Patterson, 26, of Scottsdale. (AZCentral -- Business)
Arizona Top 110 Jun 25, 2009
By Southwest Recruiting AnalystPosted Jun 24, 2009. Marquis Flowers from Millennium earns the top spot in the preseason rankings of the top prospects from the 2010 class. (The Insiders -- Arizona Prep)
Sources: Pederson governor run off again Jun 25, 2009
Pederson Group specializes in retail development, including the Scottsdale Promenade, Grayhawk Plaza, Anthem Marketplace and West Wing Village Square. Pederson has been chairman of the Arizona Democratic Party and large contributor to national and state party organs. (Phoenix Business Journal, AZ)
Light-rail extension planned for 19th Ave. delayed until 2014 Jun 25, 2009
Last week, the Scottsdale City Council voted to quit the Valley Metro board, the strongest signal yet that light rail is a long shot in that community. In the West Valley, a study of two possible routes to Glendale is due to begin by the end of summer, but both rely on Phoenix completing the track within its city limits. (AZCentral -- News)
Former mortgage brokers launch eModifyMyLoan Jun 25, 2009
The online venture in Scottsdale charges homeowners $97 to fill out a TurboTax-like online application to help get their financial and mortgage information in order for possible modification. Borrowers still need to file mortgage data with lenders, but the eModifyMyLoan. (Phoenix Business Journal, AZ)
Gretzky awaiting fate of Coyotes Jun 24, 2009
23, 2009 03:55 PM Associated Press. VANCOUVER, British Columbia - Wayne Gretzky would like to see NHL hockey in both the Valley and Hamilton. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Journal Publishes AssisTek Article on Best Practices in Electronic Patient Reported Outcomes (ePRO) Jun 24, 2009
Scottsdale, AZ (PRWEB) June 24, 2009 -- As a result of assisTek's commitment to quality systems and expertise in implementing , assisTek's article on challenges and best practices for implementing ePRO will be published this summer in EPC Data Management lutions. The article was written by Joy Hebert, COO of assisTek, who has managed implementation of electronic patient reported outcomes (ePRO) in multinational clinical trials and clinical studies in 27 countries. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Plans two stores by fall Jun 24, 2009
One store will open in late August at Kierland Commons in northeast Phoenix, and another is expected to open in October at Scottsdale Fashion Square, said Aaron Battista, vice president of retail for 7 for All Mankind ... 7 for All Mankind denim stores in Phoenix and Scottsdale will have the company's trademark decor, with polished floors, white granite and dark wood. (AZCentral -- Style)
Graduate students interview executives about leadership Jun 24, 2009
They included Peter Fine, president and CEO of Banner Health in Phoenix; Carlos Sepulveda, president and CEO of Interstate Battery System International Inc. in Dallas; Jack Clifford, founder of the Food Network and former president and general manager of Channel 12 (KPNX); David Dexter, president and CEO of Sonora Quest Laboratories in Tempe; and Tom Sadvary, CEO of Scottsdale Healthcare ... CEO of Scottsdale Healthcare. (AZCentral -- Business)
The Valley's priciest home sales Jun 24, 2009
Eric Kovalsky and his wife, Jennifer, bough a new home east of Scottsdale Ranch Park in Scottsdale. Eric Kovalsky is a radiologist in Scottsdale ... The home was sold by Mieczyslaw Hawrot and his wife, Daniela M. Hawrot, who last year opened Daniela's Gallery and Custom Framing in Scottsdale. (AZCentral -- Business)
Eddie Bauer to be delisted from Nasdaq Jun 23, 2009
The company has 370 stores in the U.S. and Canada, including locations at Chandler Fashion Center, Arizona Mills mall in Tempe, the new SanTan Village Mall in Gilbert, and Scottsdale Fashion Square. Officials reported last week that most stores will remain open. (Phoenix Business Journal, AZ)
Auction for Coyotes will be Aug. 5 Jun 23, 2009
The Phoenix Coyotes will host a free NHL Draft Viewing Party on Friday from 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. at the Buffalo Wild Wings restaurant, located at Scottsdale Road and the 101. The Coyotes will make six picks in the draft, including the sixth overall selection. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Richard A. (Dick) Gray Jun 23, 2009
Dick is missed by his wife, Jane; daughters Marti (Mark) Maxon of Gaylord, Jodi (Bryce) Southwell of Mancelona, and Teri Fidelman of Jerome; son, Richard Rick (Kathryn) Gray of Scottsdale, Ariz. stepdaughters, Cathy (Ed) Harmon of Tolar, Texas, Marci Fisher of Greeley, Colo. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
Marge and Joe Hawkins sing along with pianist Tamara Kahrimanis at their 50th wedding celebration at the Stables Restaurant at the Tubac Golf Resort. Photo by Vance Davidson Jun 23, 2009
The couple s son Jeff, a detective with the Scottsdale, Ariz. police department and his wife Julie were in attendance. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Survivalism grows popular in Valley Jun 23, 2009
On a recent Friday evening, he and a few of the nearly 100 survivalism group members gathered at a Scottsdale bar ... Lynn Smith, a Scottsdale commodities trader, spoke of his plans to head to Iowa for the summer, where his family owns a sprawling piece of land ... He can work remotely, so he'll spend the summer in the Midwest exploring how to grow food and may come back to Scottsdale next year, "depending what happens.". (AZCentral -- News)
Hotels Valleywide see dip in occupancy and revenue Jun 23, 2009
The Sheraton Phoenix Downtown, InterContinental Montelucia Resort nd W Scottsdale Hotel were not open a year ago ... Vince Parrotta, general manager of the luxury Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale at Troon North, has only been in the market for eight weeks and already calls it ultra-competitive. (AZCentral -- Business)
Women, cars busted in large Phnx prostitution ring Jun 23, 2009
We were assisted by the Scottsdale Police Department, the Maricopa County Sheriff s Office, the Mesa Police Department, the Philadelphia Police Department s Vice Unit, and the Albuquerque Police Department s Vice unit. The first arrest phase of the investigation began yesterday and is continuing today. (FOX 11, AZ)
Scott & Danica Jun 23, 2009
"She came to a couple of Cup races last year because she and her husband live in Scottsdale, Arizona and they came to the Phoenix races. We talked about the tough points and she lived some of the tough points with me. "She is well aware of the plusses and minuses but I would love to see her stay in the IndyCar Series. It would be cool if she was my teammate. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Racing)
Hamstring keeps Uribe out of opener Jun 23, 2009
It was Martinez's first official game activity since he was skulled by a Mike Cameron line drive in the season's third game, aside from a couple of sessions of live batting practice and a simulated game at the Giants' extended spring training camp in Scottsdale, Ariz. Martinez, 26, said that he wasn't the least bit wary of batted balls coming his way in the wake of his horrific experience, which left him with three fractures in his skull and a concussion. (MLB.com -- San Francisco Giants)
Scottsdale resort developer sued for violating deed Jun 22, 2009
A developer who tore down low-income apartments to make way for a luxury hotel and condominiums in downtown Scottsdale is being sued for leveling the housing. The Phoenix Revitalization Corp. filed suit this month in U.S. District Court against Scottsdale Canal Development LLC claiming the developer violated deed restrictions requiring Sunny Palms Apartments to be maintained as low-income housing ... Possible remedies include adding low-income housing to the luxury development, or replacing the... (AZCentral -- News)
Golf Documentary 'THE BACK NINE' Ready for Nationwide Theatrical Release June 25 Jun 22, 2009
He brought in distinguished PGA Professional instructor Tim Suzor of the Kinetic Golf Academy in Scottsdale, AZ to work on his swing, distinguished author Dr. Joe Parent (Zen Golf) to work on his mental game, and yoga guru Katherine Roberts - a Golf Channel favorite - as well as a team of physical coaches to help with fitness and nutrition. The strategy works, as Fitzgerald sees his handicap go from 15 to 8 in the first year. (PR Newswire)
Consignment Industry Leader, Tracy True Dismukes, To Present Keynote Address for Resale Shop Owners National Industry Association Conference Jun 22, 2009
The National Association of Resale and Thrift Shops (NARTS), the world's largest resale shopping trade association, has selected Tracy True Dismukes as the keynote speaker for its 22nd Annual Conference in Scottsdale, Arizona to be held June 25-29, 2009. Dismukes is the owner of Collage Designer Consignment, a chain of three women's clothing stores in Birmingham, Alabama, and is Host of Consignment Chic Television and - The Consignment Shoppers Online Community. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Spinners point to a new twist in ads Jun 22, 2009
This year's contest was held in Scottsdale. Spinners are trained to perform hundreds of tricks with their signboards, including the helicopter, no handies and the Bruce Lee. (AZCentral -- News)
Gun measure riles restaurateurs Jun 22, 2009
"People realize alcohol and guns don't mix," said Al McCarthy, owner of Duke's Sports Bar in Scottsdale. "This is going back to the Wyatt Earp days of the Wild Wild West.". (AZCentral -- News)
Arizona League Standings Jun 21, 2009
Scottsdale at Phoenix, 10 p.m.. Goodyear at Surprise, 10 p.m.. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Historic PV hotel cuts back on update Jun 21, 2009
The 35-room hotel, owned since 1992 by Scottsdale developer Fred Unger, plans a less extensive makeover that begins next month. The hotel and its signature restaurant, Lon's, will remain open. (AZCentral -- Business)
Envision Corp. falls heavily after failed hospital investment Jun 21, 2009
A Scottsdale company purchased distressed hospitals ... A decade and a half and a pile of unpaid bills later, though, Scottsdale-based Envision Hospital Corp. has learned that it is no easy task to own and manage hospitals in inner-city neighborhoods of Chicago and Washington, D.C., as well as suburban Los Angeles ... The Chapter 7 bankruptcy filing shows that not much is left of the Scottsdale company. (AZCentral -- Business)
Comings and Goings: New nightclub coming to Main Street Jun 21, 2009
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Minister's home purchases questioned in state mortgage case Jun 21, 2009
Clint Rogers, head of Mesa-based Clint Rogers Ministries, and Angela Faith Rogers are not accused of any wrongdoing in the complaint filed by the Arizona Department of Financial Institutions, which seeks to shut down Scottsdale-based Global Mortgage ... One of the remaining properties, a Scottsdale home, was sold to Clint Rogers' father ... Property records show that from May 2005 until April 2007, they bought at least 26 homes for a total of about $20 million, primarily in Scottsdale, Mesa and... (AZCentral -- News)
Lien hits resort developer, villa owners Jun 21, 2009
The new W Scottsdale and Montelucia Resort and Spa each face foreclosure, and the owner of the Wigwam Resort iled for bankruptcy. A receiver appointed by its lender now operates the resort. (AZCentral -- Business)
