Desert Les At Large: Visual Escape to Van Gogh
September 5, 2020 By Desert Les Howdie Pardner, Yup. It is good to see you again. Desert Les is back. Not because them Peak readers demded it but because the fool editor told Desert Les to fill this here white space with interestin’ doings and seeings.F Desert Les has been following orders and hunkerin’ down in the family bunkhouse. That dang virus can’t find us here. Fortunately THEY have not taken away our mailbox or...
Scottsdale Economic Development E-Newsletter, September
September 4, 2020 Review this concise newsletter for a quick review of business related activities, including – News Events Choose Scottsdale Job Board And More. Scottsdale Economic Development Newsletter (PDF) The Peak Welcomes Your Comment The Peak invites you to share your thoughts about this article by using the “Submit a Comment” box at the bottom of this page. All comments are reviewed based on...
Pinnacle Peak Park Update: 9/4/2020
Hello Hikers and Volunteers! Checking in to remind you that we will have a “mid” schedule closing time change on September 7th to 6:45 pm. Then, on September 15th the opening time will remain at5:45 am for another 2 weeks, however the closing time will change that day to 6:30 pm. Today our new entrance sign was installed (photo below) and it looks great! This improvement was paid for by our non-profit, the Friends...
Scottsdale Video Network September Program Guide
September 1, 2020 This month’s guide contains information about the status of various City of Scottsdale meetings. You will find links to YouTube Videos about COVID-19, city activities and projects. Also, complete TV show listing and descriptions Scottsdale Video Network Program...
Kraig’s Cave Creek Commentary (Real Estate & History)
OCTOBER 2020 In this brief commentary, Kraig Nelson combines insights into Cave Creek’s history and the current real estate market in Cave Creek, Scottsdale, and Carefree. The Peak thanks the Cave Creek Museum for their long-standing support of the Desert Foothills Scenic Drive. Kraig’s History Highlights From the Cave Creek Museum Kraig Nelson, Historian The Cave Creek school teacher needed the job. The...
Learn About Our Local Plants & Wildlife
September, 2020 Courtesy GPPA/Friends of the Scenic Drive North Scottsdale and the Desert Foothills abound with diverse and interesting wildlife, plants and trees. A safe and convenient way to learn about them is to visit the Desert Foothills Scenic Drive Exhibit Area. The area features monuments that provide information about local history, climate, flora, and fauna. In 1997, Artists Judy Conklin and Marg Nelssen contributed...
Scottsdale Community College: Students Post Strong Online Learning
August 31, 2020 “Scottsdale Community College Students Post Strong Outcomes in Online Learning.” Click below for information – SCC News Release The Peak Welcomes Your Comment The Peak invites you to share your thoughts about this article by using the “Submit a Comment” box at the bottom of this page. All comments are reviewed based on The Peak’s Comment Policy prior to...
Scottsdale Small Business Reimbursement Program
August 26, 2020 “The City of Scottsdale is excited to announce the Scottsdale Small Business Assistance Reimbursement Program. The program is aimed at assisting Scottsdale small businesses with pandemic related health and safety costs.” Click below for more information. ...
Scottsdale: “Happy Birthday” to Athena Wright – 105 on 8/25
Courtesy City of Scottsdale Aug. 24, 2020 Scottsdale resident Athena Wright is turning 105 Tuesday, and the city of Scottsdale is joining American Legion Post 44 and others to help her celebrate safely.A city resident since 2000, Athena was born Aug. 25, 1915, in Oxford, Mass. She was a registered nurse who earned Bronze Stars for her service with the U.S. Army in New Guinea and the East Indies during World War II. Mayor W.J....
CCUSD: REVERSAL of Free Optional COVID-19 Testing
August 20, 2020 Dear CCUSD community, It is with deep regret that we must pull the option of the voluntary COVID-19 testing by Spector Labs. It has come to our attention that while there is no upfront charge to individuals, Spector Labs would be charging insurance companies. This was not made clear during our discussion with the Lab. The safety of the community is our foremost concern but we will not place anyone in a position where...
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