The Peak: Scottsdale’s Scenic Drive is now easier to explore. See for yourself.
January 29, 2017 By Les Conklin What? What did you say about exploring the Scenic Drive? We’re not talking about Scottsdale’s Scenic Drive. It’s been here on the northern part of Scottsdale Road since it was established by residents in 1963 as part of the Desert Foothills Scenic Drive. The drive starts at Happy Valley Road and ends at Carefree Highway. Pretty straight-forward, for 6 1/2 miles. ...
Sneak Peeks: Help Put the Final Touches on Scottsdale’s Scenic Drive
January 2017 By Les Conklin I was reviewing this magazine’s pages that are devoted to Scottsdale’s Scenic Drive when I came across these entries that are part of the drive’s “Heritage Timeline.” See The Peak: Scottsdale’s Scenic Drive now is easier to explore. See for yourself. There is still work to be done. “February 1999. Mayor “Sam Campana and City Council honor Scenic Drive and...
CCUSD Celebrates National Counselors Week, Feb. 6-10
Courtesy of Cave Creek Unified School District Here in CCUSD, we believe we have the BEST counselors on the planet. Here’s an up-close and personal look at these amazing people. Black Mountain, Desert Willow, Lone Mountain, Horseshoe Trails Elementary Schools and Desert Sun Academy Julie Vandenberg: Julie is a certified teacher, recipient of the RAMP Award, AZ School Counselor of the Year, American School Counselor of the...
Scottsdale Economic Department Seeks Business Input for Strategic Plan
February 7, 2017 The City of Scottsdale’s Economic Development Department has launched an online portal to make it easy for local businesses to provide feedback on the city’s economic development plan. Click on the link below to learn more and participate in the future. Information About Economic Development Portal ...
Foothills Animal Rescue Paws To Celebrate – Save the Date!
Join Foothills Animal Rescue on Saturday, March 25th 6-9 p.m. for a magical evening under the stars to lend a paw to the homeless dogs and cats that we care for. Click below for information. Paws To Celebrate Information
Mystery Spraying Over Phoenix
By Gary Zalimeni January 6, 2017 Conspiracy of Silence? My last article in The Peak, âOne Mile From Home,â drew a huge response from environmentally concerned residents all over the valley. My past experience has taught me to ignore adversity, indifference and lazy, incompetent government bureaucrats and pursue the truth. So let’s start with some very troubling facts followed by important...
AZGFD News: Annual Bald Eagle Event in Flagstaff, Sat. Feb. 25
February 4, 2017 Did you know that Arizona is visited by over 200 bald eagles during the winter? To learn more about these amazing birds and to see live eagles, the public is invited to attend this special event in Flagstaff on Saturday, Feb. 25th. For information, click on the link below. Game and Fish News
AZGFD News: Biker Poker Run Benefit for Wildlife, Sun. Feb. 19
February 4, 2017 “Bikers Soar for Wildlife Poker Run” provides funding for AGFD Adobe Wildlife Center. For information, click on the link below. Game and Fish News
Scottsdale P & Z Link Newsletter, February 3
Friday, Feb. 3 New Cases Near 76th Place and Rancho Vista Drive. The owner is requesting approval of a Certificate of Appropriateness and Historic Residential Exterior Rehabilitation (HRER) funding for new windows, doors and siding. CASE#2-HP-2017 Near 70th Place and Jenan Drive. The applicant is requesting approval of a 5-foot sideyard setback reduction from fifteen feet to ten feet. CASE#1-BA-2017 Meeting...
Scottsdale Public Library eNewsletter, February: Ultimate Play Date
February 2, 2017 Enjoy learning about the programs and activities at Scottsdale’s libraries, including 4th Annual Ultimate Play Date STEAM Storytimes Cupid Crush Creating Your Signature Style Reading the NY Times at Home, and More. To review the Scottsdale Public Library eNewsletter, click on the link below. Scottsdale Public Library eNewsletter (PDF) The Peak invites you to share your thoughts about this article by using...










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