MindQuest Lecture Series Presents “Unlocking the Myths of Memory” on Tues., Nov. 18
Cave Creek resident and author Dr. James Stoehr is guest speaker You walk into a room only to forget why you are there. Reason to worry about your memory? Probably not, says Dr. James Stoehr, a neuroscientist and professor at Midwestern University in Glendale. This scenario is often normal forgetfulness or distractibility. But when should we be concerned about memory loss, and are there things we can do to improve both...
The Peak Editorial & Advertising Sponsorship Programs
The Peak’s Editorial and Advertising Sponsorship Programs provide an opportunity for you to draw attention to your event, cause, business, or organization, AND support a good cause. For more than 30 years, A Peek at the Peak (The Peak) magazine has been a respected part of the north Scottsdale community. It’s a community service provided by the nonprofit 501 c (3) Greater Pinnacle Peak Association (GPPA), founded in 1977. The...
Southwest Wildlife Conservation-“Living with Wildlife “ Series: Javelina
Courtesy of Southwest Wildlife Conservation Center The Sonoran Desert is experiencing unprecedented growth in both population and development and wild animals are adapting to these changes. Golf courses are good hunting and feeding grounds. Garbage cans and picnic areas are easy access to free food. Our desert is crossed with countless washes, which are wildlife highways. All of these factors increase the chance of wildlife encounters...
Jane Rau and an Election Past
From A Peek at the Peak, February, 1996 Issue PESIDENT’S COLUMN By Jane Rau Spending many evenings through numerous years at the Kiva for Planning Commission or Scottsdale City Council meetings, there is one constant comment heard. That is: “They never listen to us and they represent us.” The whole zoning picture has changed dramatically as each new zoning change now becomes part of the General Plan. Previously, if...
Scottsdale Honors People with Disabilities, Organizations Dedicated to their Advancement
Oct. 17, 2014 Contact: Sharon Cini, diversity liaison, 480-312-2727 A unique entrepreneurial business run by adults with autism spectrum disorder resulted in a nonprofit capturing an “Employer of the Year” honor. The 28th annual Mayor’s Committee on Employment of People with Disabilities awards program pays tribute to The Southwest Autism Research and Resource Center for establishing the Beneficial Beans® Café....
Application to Relocate Greasewood to Land Near Preserve Withdrawn
October 17, 2014 North Scottsdale activist Howard Myers reports that the request to relocate Greasewood Flat to a parcel next to the McDowell Sonoran Preserve, has been withdrawn by the applicant. The associated cases 5-GP-2014 and 11-ZN-2014 will not be heard at the October 22nd City of Scottsdale Planning Commission. The other three City of Scottsdale General Plan cases for Pinnacle Peak Patio, El Regalo, and Cavalliere Ranch, and...
2014 Scottsdale City Council Candidate Linda Milhaven
Name: Linda Milhaven Age: 56 Education: Paradise Valley High School Wellesley College, BA, Psychology Columbia University, MBA, Finance Occupation: Banker Website: www.milhavenforscottsdale.com Visit Site E-mail: linda@milhavenforscottsdale.com Thank you for your trust and overwhelming support in the primary election. I finished first in the primary and narrowly missed getting elected outright. I ask for your continued support so...
2014 Scottsdale City Council Candidate Jennifer Petersen
Name: Jennifer Petersen Age: 53 Education: Southern Methodist University Business/Marketing Occupation: Former SUSD Governing Board member/president Website: www.electjenniferpetersen.com Visit Site E-mail: jennifer@electjenniferpetersen.com I am honored and grateful to have received tremendous support in the Primary election, which has allowed me to move forward to the General election. My sincere appreciation goes out...
2014 Scottsdale City Council Candidate Cindy Hill
Name: Cindy Hill Age: 48; married to a decorated police officer for 26 years Education: Bachelors (Magna Cum Laude) in Psychology with a minor in Child Development, IUP Masters in Education with an emphasis in Counseling, University of Maryland College Park Post Masters work in Non Profit Leadership at ASU; Human Resources at Ottawa University Occupation: Executive Director, 11 years, Police Officers of Scottsdale Association...
2014 Scottsdale City Council Candidate Dennis Robbins
Name: Dennis Robbins Age: 49 Education: BA California Lutheran University JD – Pepperdine University Occupation: Midas Auto Service Franchisee and Attorney Website: www.votedennisrobbins.com Visit Site E-mail: azdrob@aol.com Our great city is at a crossroads. There are candidates running for City Council who are trying to hold the city back from becoming a renowned city unlike any other in our country. These...
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