Scottsdale Cop Loses Job Over Wrongful Search

One of Scottsdale's not-quite-finest has quit his job with the city after inappropriately searching a female in response to a call from the woman. The sophomore cop made a freshman mistake and is now paying the price.

Protesters Follow Sheriff Joe Arpaio to Scottsdale

Joe Arpaio's book tour continues to run into local protests. Angry protesters showed up at the Barnes and Noble on Shea Blvd. on Saturday to "welcome" America's nuttiest sheriff. Arpaio's hard-line immigration stance continues to divide the community while doing little to drive down crime in Maricopa County.

Why don't we have term limits for County politicians yet? Joe's a ringing endorsement for them.

William Miller Faces First Sentence Awaiting Murder Trial

Accused child-killer and confirmed asshole William Miller has been sentenced to 3.5 years in a fraud case. That's nothing compared to what 'ole Billy's going to face when he's sentenced for killing 5 people, including a 10-year old boy, after torching a Mesa home. Bill is one Scottsdale resident we certainly won't miss. Good riddance, scumbag.

Scottsdale Culinary Institue Grad Wins "Top Chefs"

The Bravo network's most recent winner from the the hit TV-show "Top Chefs" is Stephanie Izard, a chef who graduated from Scottsdale's very own Culinary Institute, one of the most respected in the country. Congratulations to Stephanie and hats off to the top-quality program at SCI.

Axis-Radius Valet Attacked After Dropping Keys

A valet attendant at Axis-Radius was attacked and knocked unconscious after dropping keys to a customer's Cadillac Escalade. Cinque Glendy of Phoenix attacked the worker, then threatened another before being forcefully subdued by Scottsdale police. Just another Phoenix tough-guy acting like an idiot? Sure, but the poor valet is just trying to do his job, albeit apparently not very well.

More Debt for Scottsdale Schools

Scottsdale school officials are preparing to go back to the public trough in an attempt to finance renovations and improvements in the local school system. Improvements are needed, but perhaps the district could also consider some cost-saving measures as well. We'll see if that's up for discussion.

Javelinas Go On the Attack

Residents of the far northeast Valley are used to javelinas knocking over garbage cans, however dogs in Scottsdale are the creature's newest victims. Residents in northeast Scottsdale should be on guard for the animal, especially at night. And remember, it's not a pig, it's a collard peckery.

Closure of Zuni School Pending

Parents who send their kids to the Zuni school were surprised to learn that the School Board may close the north Scottsdale campus and merge students into other nearby schools. If the change goes through, students will be moved to different schools in the fall, presumably placing more burden on existing schools and educators.

Does closing schools lead to better educational opportunities? Stay tuned.

Cost of Living in Scottsdale Going Up

As if energy, food and housing costs weren't rising fast enough, the City of Scottsdale is actually considering raising a number of fees on its residents and county island refugees. Want water, sewer or trash services in the West's Most Western Town? Prepare to pay more. Raising fees on vital municipal services is short-sighted and hurts long-time residents and businesses.

Doesn't the City Council want to take the summer off anymore?

W Hotel Scottsdale Delayed Until August 1

This is one time when we want W to come to Scottsdale. Unfortunately, those folks waiting for the legendary hotel line will have to wait a little longer. Under construction for about 2.5 years, the facility is now scheduled to open on August 1. Not soon enough for many of us.