Council votes to keep base salary for manager Nov 5, 2009
John Little, the Scottsdale city manager who was fired earlier this week, had been making $190,000 a year. Fairbanks rejected pay raises in the past two fiscal years. (AZCentral -- News)
Butler does it again in Fall League Nov 4, 2009
The Javelinas' 3-2 triumph over the Scottsdale Scorpions on Tuesday night tied Butler for tops in the league with No. 1 overall Draft pick Stephen Strasburg ... Giants Minor Leaguer Daniel Turpen struck out three over two innings of hitless relief for Scottsdale, which got two hits, including a solo homer, from Diamondbacks prospect Cole Gillespie. (MLB.com -- Milwaukee Brewers)
Revenue at Indian casinos plunges 14% Nov 4, 2009
In the same vein, Casino Arizona plans to open its 497-room Talking Stick Resort this spring at the Salt River Reservation near Scottsdale, and Tohono O'odham Nation wants to build a 600-room resort and casino on tribal-owned land in Glendale. "The tribes are positioning themselves to take advantage of the turnaround with larger and more sophisticated operations," Medina said. (AZCentral -- Business)
Reynolds, Johnston in Rising Stars game Nov 4, 2009
Both are pitching for the Scottsdale Scorpions. Team scouting and player development directors, AFL director Steve Cobb and his staff selected the teams for the event. (MLB.com -- Colorado Rockies)
ASU CB Carr could start vs. USC Nov 4, 2009
"Sometimes you don't know it until they get out there and give it a shot. He's a pleasant surprise. "Now we'll see how it is when he's got a week to get ready and playing (against) those receivers from USC." Carr is the first to admit: He doesn't have a lot of experience at cornerback. He played it his senior season at Scottsdale Chaparral, but he relied more on athleticism than technique. He tried to absorb as much as possible during his redshirt season. This year, Carr has arrived early for... (AZCentral -- Sports)
Green, energy-wise and on budget Nov 4, 2009
Architect Perry Becker calls his contemporary Scottsdale home the Villa de Zilla, a joking reference to the towering power-transmission lines that stretch across the horizon to the south ... The advantage of their location at 124th Street and Doubletree Ranch Road is that they are at the edge of northeastern Scottsdale with miles of open desert to the south on the Salt River Reservation ... Becker is now a senior designer with Perlman Architects of Arizona in Scottsdale. (AZCentral -- Home)
Council votes to reorganize city's financial operations Nov 4, 2009
The Scottsdale City Council voted 4-3 on Tuesday night to reorganize the city's financial operations under the direction of an independent treasurer's office ... Read the Scottsdale Republic for more details. (AZCentral -- News)
Blue Jays' Wells set for surgery; Encarnacion goes under knife Nov 4, 2009
The Blue Jays didn't provide a release or date for the procedure, but the team's official website indicated Dr. Donald Sheridan will perform the surgery in Scottsdale, Arizona. Wells broke the same wrist while making a diving catch against the Indians in May of 2008. (News & Observer -- Sports)
C4 Systems get $7.6M NSA contract Nov 4, 2009
The Scottsdale-based division of the General Dynamics (NYSE:GD) will develop the KG-530 Sonet OC-768C in-line encryptor that will enable the large data files to be encrypted up to a top-secret classification and accessed through U.S. military and government networks ... - City of Scottsdale. (Phoenix Business Journal, AZ)
'East Valley Tribune's' demise likely won't help 'Republic' Nov 4, 2009
Journalists are increasingly looking online for leads and sources, said Maggiore, whose Scottsdale firm specializes in online and social media marketing ... - City of Scottsdale. (Phoenix Business Journal, AZ)
University of Phoenix returns to Tempe One Nov 4, 2009
Hogan & Associates of Scottsdale represented the Corps of Engineers ... - City of Scottsdale. (Phoenix Business Journal, AZ)
Mariners trio tabbed AFL Rising Stars Nov 3, 2009
The league championship game will be held two days later on Saturday, Nov. 21, at 11:35 p.m. PT at Scottsdale Stadium. It also will be televised by MLB Network and online via MLB.com. (MLB.com -- Seattle Mariners)
May's big day highlights progress Nov 3, 2009
May did pretty much everything right Monday, finishing 3-for-4 with a go-ahead two-run homer and an RBI double as the Peoria Javelinas overcame the Scottsdale Scorpions, 6-4 ... Giants catcher Buster Posey slugged a two-run homer in the second inning, his second of the fall league season, for Scottsdale (7-10). (MLB.com -- Los Angeles Dodgers)
Pirates' Veal named pitcher of the week in Arizona Fall League Nov 3, 2009
In two starts with the Scottsdale Scorpions, he surrendered five hits and two walks while striking out seven batters in 7. 2 innings of work. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
East Valley Tribune in Mesa, Ariz. to close Nov 3, 2009
As part of that change, the paper pulled out of Scottsdale and Tempe. "In many ways, this paper closed when they pulled back in the market, and they had to do that because there is not enough advertising for two papers," McGuire said, adding that he was impressed by the Tribune's willingness to experiment with digital content. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Crime)
Local CEOs band together in BofA-Merrill union Nov 3, 2009
For weeks, Almanza, who heads the integration of BofA s business lines, met with Dwight Mathis, director of Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in Phoenix; his Scottsdale counterpart, Ray Tate; and Terry Ormsbee, Arizona director of Bank of America Investments, to develop a comprehensive strategy to bring all of their interests under the BofA umbrella ... In the past year, Merrill has hired 14 financial advisers in Arizona as the company tries to wrest market share from the state s biggest players,... (Phoenix Business Journal, AZ)
'East Valley Tribune' is ending its 118-year run Nov 3, 2009
Over time and under various owners, the original Mesa newspaper combined with others in Tempe, Chandler and Scottsdale ... It cut its circulation area in January, ending coverage of Scottsdale and Tempe, and printing a free paper four days a week rather than a paid daily. (AZCentral -- News)
First stage of Q School is battle ... Nov 3, 2009
Rancho Santa Fe's Jamie Lovemark, who nearly won his first PGA Tour title in only his second professional start two weeks ago in Scottsdale, Ariz. advanced out of a first-stage event in Pinehurst, N.C. The former NCAA individual champion out of USC would have earned a two-year exemption had he captured a playoff in the Frys. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Spring slate includes pair at Miller Park Nov 3, 2009
The Brewers' spring opener is March 4 against the Giants in Scottsdale and the Maryvale Baseball Park opener is two days later, when the Giants visit ... All games begin at 1 p.m. MST unless otherwise noted) Thursday, March 4 at Giants in Scottsdale Friday, March 5 at Athletics in Phoenix Saturday, March 6, split-squad vs. Giants Saturday, March 6, split-squad at Rockies in Tucson Sunday, March 7 vs. Reds Monday, March 8 vs. Mariners Tuesday, March 9, at Cubs in Mesa Wednesday, March 10, at... (MLB.com -- Milwaukee Brewers)
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Though Carr played primarily as a running back at nearby Chaparral high school in Scottsdale, Erickson said his plan was to play Carr at corner since day one. Understandably, Carr's transition hasn't been the smoothest, but Erickson said Carr has shown marked improvement over the last month. (Arizona State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Bulldogs celebrate D-Day win Nov 3, 2009
In 2005, the last time Douglas made the state playoffs the Bulldogs landed the No. 16 seed and headed to Scottsdale Arcadia to play the No. 1 seeded Titans. If we can beat Amphi that will jump us up in the power rankings, the coach said. (Douglas Daily Dispatch, AZ)
Friday Night Phenoms Nov 2, 2009
-Jenson Cruse from Scottsdale Christian rushed for 224 yards and 2 TDs versus NWCC.. WR. (The Insiders -- Arizona Prep)
To 11/7: Day of the Dead events Nov 2, 2009
Adelante Gallery, el Pedregal 34505 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale. Free. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Proposal would raise parking-ticket rates Nov 2, 2009
A Phoenix City Council subcommittee compared Phoenix with eight other major U.S. cities, in addition to Glendale, Mesa, Scottsdale and Tempe. It recommended increasing the city's current parking-violation fines to keep pace with others, such as New York, Los Angeles and Chicago. (AZCentral -- News)
Valley municipalities relying on volunteers Nov 1, 2009
Valley municipalities relying on Good Samaritans. More East Valley news. (AZCentral -- News)
Ariz. jobs to remain weak in '10, but the rate of loss will slow Nov 1, 2009
Roger Langan works on a laptop to fix a problem at Newtek Technology Services in Scottsdale. Newtek is an IT company that is currently hiring. (AZCentral -- News)
D-backs AFL Batters Excel in 11-1 Win Nov 1, 2009
By Senior EditorDate: Oct 23, 2009 The Scottsdale Scorpions stung the Mesa Solar Sox by a score of 11-1 on Thursday, and the Arizona Diamondbacks' contingent in the lineup was responsible for a large portion of the Scorpions' offense. Pedro Ciriaco, Cole Gillespie, and Brandon Allen combined to go 8-for-15 against Mesa pitchers in the win. (Arizona, TheInsiders.com)
Green-building advocates coming to Phoenix Nov 1, 2009
Werthman said the tours will offer something for everyone, whether they are seeking insights into solar energy-generation techniques at warehouse and distribution centers such as PepsiCo's LEED-certified Gatorade Arizona facility in Tolleson, or alternative residential cooling systems such as the greenery-covered roofs of Optima DCH Development Inc.'s 2009 American Institute of Architects Design Award-winning Optima Camelview Village condominium project in Scottsdale ... North Scottsdale... (AZCentral -- Business)
AFL strikeouts to benefit Niekro Foundation Nov 1, 2009
"I want to get as tied into Major League Baseball as I can," said Natalie Niekro, Joe's daughter, the president of the Foundation and a resident of Scottsdale, Ariz. "What can I do to incorporate all of the teams in the quickest way possible? I know the Fall League represents all of the teams. I contacted [AFL executive director] Steve Cobb. At first, he was a little apprehensive. As soon as I sent him the idea, he called me within minutes and said he'd love to be involved.". (MLB.com -- Detroit Tigers)
Chaparral (Ariz) remains undefeated Nov 1, 2009
Chaparral moved to 9-0 and clinched a region championship with a 24-19 win at Phoenix (Ariz. North Canyon Thursday night. (Prep Sports Sports -- Rivals.com)
Veal, Scorpions shut out Saguaros Nov 1, 2009
71 on Saturday, allowing two hits and striking out five over four innings in the Scottsdale Scorpions' 6-0 win over the Peoria Saguaros ... " Veal's strong start set the tone for the rest of the game, and the Scottsdale bullpen followed his lead. Takanobu Tsujiuchi and Matt Reynolds (Rockies) each breezed through two innings, and Scott Mathieson (Phillies) entered in the ninth. After Mathieson issued a two-out single and then a walk to load the bases, Veal said he was on the edge of his seat.... (MLB.com -- Pittsburgh Pirates)
Volunteer profiles Nov 1, 2009
Profiles of community volunteers. Profiles of community volunteers. (AZCentral -- News)
Groggy? Excess sleep may be reason Oct 31, 2009
"There's been at least two epidemiological studies to show that if people get less than five hours, or more than 10 hours of sleep, it increases their mortality," said Michael Breus, the clinical director of the sleep division at Southwest Spine and Sports in Scottsdale, Arizona. A 2007 Finnish study found that the mortality risks increased by about 20 percent for people who slept more than eight hours. (CNN)
Feds close Phoenix-based Bank USA Oct 31, 2009
The failed Arizona institution had 20 employees and two Valley branches, one in Phoenix and one in Scottsdale. It counted $143 million in deposits here, equal to 0. (AZCentral -- Business)
3 7 Reasons Why Microsoft Should Make PCs Oct 31, 2009
Microsoft stole Apple's retail store idea, as well as the Apple store look and feel, for its first outlet in first store in Scottsdale, Arizona. (A second one is planned for Mission Viejo, California). (Datamation)
Colleges turn to young graduates for cash Oct 31, 2009
"That's certainly on the long-term horizon," the 28-year-old Scottsdale resident said ... The Scottsdale resident is living at home and working as a beverage-cart server at a golf course. (AZCentral -- News)
Vote Hot Shot Oct 31, 2009
Scottsdale Christian's Chauncey Wright, big hit. Type Size. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Nissan taking Leaf on tour of cities to be electrified Oct 31, 2009
Nissan is a partner with Scottsdale-based and its Phoenix subsidiary, Electric Transportation Engineering Corp., in a $99 ... - City of Scottsdale. (Phoenix Business Journal, AZ)
Travel QA: Streamlined AZ Oct 31, 2009
Travel QA: A streamlined Arizona sampler. Travel QA: A streamlined Arizona sampler. (AZCentral -- Travel)
Forum on Monday will focus on defense reform Oct 31, 2009
"Unfortunately, those kinds of legislative acts and policies . . . have been done before in different flavors . . . over a long period of time, which leads us to believe that this is a problem that has to be actively managed. "To think that we can solve it is unrealistic," said Tom Captain, vice chairman of Deloitte LLP's aerospace and defense consulting practice. Captain is moderating Monday's forum. The focus on defense spending has intensified because of over-budget and over-schedule... (AZCentral -- Business)
Wells red-hot in Arizona Fall League Oct 31, 2009
With Scott Sizemore out for the rest of the year following ankle surgery, the only other Tigers position prospect in the AFL is shortstop Cale Iorg, who showed signs of breaking out of his slow start offensively with a three-hit, three-run game that included a solo homer Tuesday at Scottsdale. He had more hits in that game than he totaled in his other five AFL contests before that. (MLB.com -- Detroit Tigers)
Apollo Weakness for Phoenix Revenues Spurs Short Sellers With SEC's Probe Oct 31, 2009
Its no longer the mid-career manager, its somebody working a minimum-wage job somewhere and looking to get out of that dead end, said , a former Phoenix president who is now CEO of Piccolo International University, an online school based in Scottsdale, Arizona. Career Aspirations. (Bloomberg)
Cave Creek to vote on Walmart Oct 31, 2009
The 24-hour store would serve not just Cave Creek but also north Scottsdale, Phoenix and Carefree. Walmart, which has 64 supercenters in Arizona, paid $8 million for the property last year. (AZCentral -- News)
Utah Men's Swimming and Diving Takes Down Arizona State Oct 31, 2009
Freshman (Scottsdale, Ariz. finished third in the 200 back (2:08. (Utahutes.com)
Big problem for Phoenix: Abandoned homes Oct 30, 2009
Brenda Laskoskie, who lives near Kierland (Scottsdale Road and Greenway Parkway), said her next-door neighbor lost his home 16 months ago. She said an undrained pool caused mosquito problems, but it since has been drained. (AZCentral -- Business)
Cool-it Caddy keeps meds, makeup cool Oct 30, 2009
The Cool-it Caddy was introduced on the market this summer, and has been well-received, said Vinci, a Scottsdale entrepreneur who developed the concept ... After testing the bag in Scottsdale's 100-degree-plus temperatures, Vinci said it can survive a round of golf and up to five hours of extreme heat ... Creator: Deborah Vinci of Vinci Designs in Scottsdale. (AZCentral -- Business)
Drivers wanting out of car leases go to Web Oct 30, 2009
Scottsdale resident Steve Earnhart used a site called to obtain a 2007 Infiniti M35 late last year. The process took about a month, including having the car transported from California, for which he footed the bill. (AZCentral -- Business)
Mom, daughter rebrand toffee business Oct 30, 2009
Now Gabrilson and her daughter and business partner, Stacey Barnes, have embraced a new brand to grow their Scottsdale-based GoodyTwos Toffee Company ... They worked with Cindy Gombert, owner of Scottsdale-based Lunabrand Design Group ... Nutty-Twist toffee at GoodyTwos Toffee Company in Scottsdale. (AZCentral -- Business)
Mission matters Oct 30, 2009
"What we really want to look at when we look at a customer is, do they have a plan for their IT and how do they value technology within their business?" says House, principal of Technisource Inc.'s Scottsdale office. Technisource, a subsidiary of Fort Lauderdale, Fla. (AZCentral -- Business)
Fall fun returns to site of former farm Oct 30, 2009
a Scottsdale company that had developed some equestrian communities. Monogram announced plans to build homes, a grocery store, restaurant and offices. (AZCentral -- Business)
RichardDeitschMedia Circus NBA TV coverage again is as opinionated as it is entertaining. Oct 30, 2009
On his being arrested last Dec. 31 on suspicion of drunken driving in Scottsdale, Ariz. (Test results showed Barkley had a blood-alcohol level at. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NBA)
Cardinals' Parisi fighting way back Oct 30, 2009
Parisi only gave up two hits and fanned four for his first victory as visiting Surprise blanked Scottsdale, 3-0. "I'm still on my road back," he said. (MLB.com -- St. Louis Cardinals)
Weekend freeway closures and restrictions Oct 30, 2009
Eastbound Loop 202/32nd Street and Eastbound Loop 202/Center Parkway and Scottsdale Road ... Eastbound Loop 202 also narrowed to three lanes overnight (same hours) between Center Parkway and Scottsdale Road ... Westbound Loop 202/Sky Harbor Boulevard and Westbound Loop 202/Scottsdale Road. (AZCentral -- News)
Arizona standout pulls the trigger Oct 30, 2009
9) from Scottsdale (Ariz. Saguaro had offers on the table from Arizona State, Cal, Colorado, Nebraska, Nevada, Northern Arizona, San Diego State, Stanford, Utah and Washington. (San Diego State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Arizona tribe opens Las Vegas-style casino Oct 30, 2009
In late March or early April, Wild Horse Pass will be joined by Casino Arizona's 497-room Talking Stick Resort on the Salt River Reservation near Scottsdale. The Tohono O'odham Nation wants to build a 600-room resort and casino on tribal-owned land in Glendale. (AZCentral -- News)
Moreland keeps it simple by hitting Oct 30, 2009
A late-season foot injury slowed Moreland's progress, though he has pressed the accelerator again with his October success, including reaching base three more times Thursday against Scottsdale. "[The foot] still gets a little bit sore during the games but [it's] definitely playable. It's feeling good, and hopefully I can keep building on that during the offseason and come back strong, ready to go for spring training.". (MLB.com -- Texas Rangers)
Harold Olsen Oct 30, 2009
Olsen is survived by son Ronald (Rebecca) Olsen of Littleton, Co.; grandson Stephen (Joslyn) Olsen of Aurora, Co.; and great-grandson Marcus Olsen of Scottsdale, Az. The Harlan Tribune 2009. (Harlan Tribune, IA)
Gritty Shane Doan is Coyotes' lone constant Oct 29, 2009
" Five points to ponder 1. Much of the discussion regarding the Coyotes' financial troubles stems from the 30-year lease agreement they signed with the city of Glendale for Jobing.com Arena. Opened in 2003, the arena is the fulcrum of the Westgate City Center, a 223-acre oasis of restaurants, bars, retail shops, condos and office space in the middle of the otherwise blue-collar city. A massive parking lot -- more the 3,500 spaces and free of charge -- surrounds the complex and fills up on the... (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NHL)
Small business loans on the rise Oct 29, 2009
Copper Star Bank in Scottsdale was among the lenders that boosted its SBA lending over the previous year. "Credit is still a bit of a challenge, but I think the government guarantee is helping," said Adam White, executive vice president of commercial banking business development. (AZCentral -- Business)
Red Sox's Kelly gets in more than at-bats Oct 29, 2009
In his fourth Arizona Fall League game, Kelly smacked a triple, a double, plated four runs and scored another in the Mesa Solar Sox's 12-5 win Wednesday over the Scottsdale Scorpions. "I wanted to be aggressive," he said. (MLB.com -- Boston Red Sox)
Wranglers vs. Wolves: 3A West title decided here Friday Oct 29, 2009
Estrella Foothills 20, Scottsdale Christian 0 (non-region). Coolidge 38, South Pointe 16 (non-region). (Wickenburg Sun, AZ)
Wranglers’ region crown challenged Friday night Oct 29, 2009
Estrella Foothills, meanwhile, also slipped past Fountain Hills, 9-6, early in the season and also blasted past their other opponents (with maybe the exception of Chino Valley, 21-3, and 2A s highly-ranked Scottsdale Christian last weekend, 20-0). (Note: Friday night s showdown is like a poker game played by the two head coaches. (Wickenburg Sun, AZ)
Bulldogs celebrate D-Day win Oct 29, 2009
In 2005, the last time Douglas made the state playoffs the Bulldogs landed the No. 16 seed and headed to Scottsdale Arcadia to play the No. 1 seeded Titans. If we can beat Amphi that will jump us up in the power rankings, the coach said. (Douglas Daily Dispatch, AZ)
Libero Lau gives Linfield a lift Oct 29, 2009
Arizona Western sophomore libero Sadie Smith (Kamehameha '07 of Kaneohe) had 15 digs and three aces in a three-set loss to Scottsdale Community College last Wednesday. Smith recorded 16 digs in a three-set loss to Glendale CC Friday. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Colleges board president to get jail for DUI Oct 29, 2009
Clark, 26, of Gilbert, pleaded guilty on Monday in Scottsdale City Court to one misdemeanor count of extreme driving under the influence after she was arrested July 11 in Scottsdale for driving under the influence. Her charges were amended to include extreme and super-extreme driving under the influence charges after a blood test revealed Clark had a 0. (AZCentral -- News)
