OPINION — Summer in Surprise is sweltering, with temperatures routinely exceeding 100 degrees. Like every household in the state, my husband and I must run our air conditioner to stay cool. He is 83, I am 70, and we are both retired. more

OPINION — Glendale residents must stay vigilant around water. Each summer, you see on TV, hear on the radio and read in many stories throughout the news media about tragic events that occur when pools go unmonitored, even for just a few brief seconds. It’s because of this that I want to share reminders with the community as you get ready to jump into pools to escape this Arizona heat. more

OPINION — Some people may forget that Councilmember Brenda Kalivianakis was ROT endorsed when she sought a seat on our town council. How quickly they turned on her when she did not vote as ROT … more

OPINION — I’ve lived in the Valley since 1970 and retired from the power company. I have been reading the concerns from folks about the potential APS rate increase. more

As small-business owners across the country look for ways to compete and grow, I want to talk about something I care deeply about: making sure the people who power small businesses, especially administrative and support staff, are not left behind, as artificial intelligence reshapes the workplace. more

Over the course of my career, I have devoted myself to upholding the rule of law in Maryland’s courtrooms and public institutions. more

OPINION — The election is over. The voters have spoken. Mayor Gerry Friedel has been re-elected, and Matt Corrigan, Dan Kovacevic and Ben Larrabee have earned seats on the town council. Whether one … more

OPINION — In just a few weeks, many of the country's best gymnasts will be in Phoenix competing for national titles and a chance to earn a spot on the U.S. National Team. more

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