Feature Articles

Herb Drinkwater and an Election Past

Les Conklin — Mon, 01 Aug 2022 11:00:39 +0000

From A Peek at the Peak, February, 1996 issue MAYOR’S COLUMN By Mayor Herb Drinkwater As everyone knows by now, there will not be a recall of your Mayor and City Council. Those who circulated the recall petitions did not receive enough signatures. And it’s a good thing – the recall election would have come […]

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Sonoran Summer Skies

Howard Myers — Mon, 01 Aug 2022 10:00:46 +0000

Photographs by Howard Myers Every year we can count on north Scottsdale resident Howard Myers to provide several collections of beautiful outdoor photographs. Thankfully, this year is no different.

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Signs Politicize Scottsdale’s Scenic Drive

The Peak — Mon, 01 Aug 2022 09:00:30 +0000

July 31, 2022 This year is different! Political signs are winning the battle! The primary election will be held in a few days and we hope that those candidates who do not win will take down their signs promptly. Candidates, you have read this plea before. You acted and the environment, community and our […]

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Community Events Calendar

The Peak — Mon, 01 Aug 2022 08:00:18 +0000

Note from Editor. Arizona has paused its reopening of some types of businesses and venues, including restaurants. Many venues remain closed and events and activities have been cancelled, postponed or changed. Some outdoor activities such as golf and visiting local parks and preserves are available with restrictions. For the most up-to-date information on the status […]

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Sneak Peek: Happy Holidays! We have 169 reasons to THANK YOU!

Les Conklin — Wed, 01 Dec 2021 03:00:24 +0000

December 2021 Courtesy Friends of the Scenic Drive – Greater Pinnacle Peak Association On behalf of the Greater Pinnacle Peak Association (GPPA) Board of Directors, MERRY CHRISTMAS and HAPPY NEW YEAR! We have 159 reasons to thank you and the community. Expecting a lengthy article describing the 159 reasons? That’s not what you’re going to […]

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Two Great Ideas to Make Scottsdale Even More Scenic

Les Conklin — Tue, 27 Jul 2021 11:00:49 +0000

June 30, 2021 Two Great Ideas to Make Scottsdale Even More Scenic By Les Conklin There are good ideas and there are bad ideas. Here are two great ideas for making Scottsdale’s Scenic Drive even more scenic and enjoyable. These are great ideas for several reasons. Both residents and tourists will benefit from the […]

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Alex Nadesan Elected New Holland Center President

The Peak — Tue, 27 Jul 2021 09:00:17 +0000

July 21, 2021 Courtesy Holland Center THE HOLLAND CENTER WELCOMES ALEX NADESAN AS NEW BOARD OF DIRECTORS CHAIR Scottsdale, AZ. The Foothills Community Foundation, dba The Holland Center, announced Alex Nadesan is taking over from Jim Sherbert as Chair for the Board of Directors, effective July 1st. Alex has served on the board since February […]

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Peak Tribute to the Life of Morrie Chernis

Les Conklin — Mon, 24 Apr 2017 07:05:25 +0000

April 14, 2017, Updated April 21 When you look at Pinnacle Peak remember Morris Chernis and think about the good work that he did for Pinnacle Peak Park, Scottsdale, and our community. Morrie moved to Scottsdale in 2000 and it was not long before Pinnacle Peak captured his attention and heart. He founded Friends of Pinnacle […]

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