Scottsdale News

Motorcyclists from across the nation found refuge from the relentless, abominable winter -- at least for awhile -- at the balmy atmosphere of this year's Arizona Bike Week.

Innovation is key to supporting economic growth and creating jobs in the United States.

Led by Miriam and Dr. Sam Sterk as well as Mr. Jerry Kaster, the seminar will discuss the important changes and critical information you need to know in regards to the new healthcare laws now in effect.

If you compulsively shop local or hit up farmers markets on the weekend with reckless abandon, as we admittedly do, you might have noticed some awesome new stuff.

Crestbrook Insurance Company, an affluent market personal lines carrier, announced today its expansion into Arizona.

Fender Musical Instruments Corp., based in Scottsdale, Ariz., and maker of the iconic Stratocaster electric guitar, said in an announcement Tuesday that it was ceasing domestic production of Ovation guitars and closing the New Hartford factory, citing 'current market conditions and insufficient volume levels.'

Scottsdale, Arizona-based Parchment is expanding its suite of services today, saying that it has launched a new, college matching tool to help students figure out what college options they might have based on their test scores, interests, and preferences.

TEMPE Are you a big fan of Apple or Nike, or a hater of McDonald's? A new study from the W. P. Carey School of Business at Arizona State University shows love-it or hate-it brands probably won't perform exceptionally well in the stock market, but they also offer investors less risk because you know just what to expect the good and the bad.

Chandler Downtown Public Library Courtyard 100 E. Commonwealth Ave., Chandler Got a Chihuahua that's both cute and quick? Those wee beasties will be celebrated during Chandler's Cinco de Mayo Festival, where they can participate in both the yearly Chihuahua races and beauty pageant, which are the hallmark of this event.

CAVE CREEK On Wednesday, April 16, Cave Creek Caring Citizens Political Action Committee Chair Hani Saba and Treasurer Susan Clancy delivered their recall petition signatures to Town Clerk Carrie Dyrek.

The East Valley Tribune is a pale reflection of its former Pulitzer Prize-winning self, thanks to the journalism-light business model of its current owner, 10/13 Communications.

Trib Photo/Sue Tone Chino Valley Unified School District Supt. Duane Howard, left, speaks on the effect of poverty on education at an April 5 League of Women Voters meeting, along with Big Brothers Big Sisters Executive Director Kathleen Murphy, middle, and Gerry Garvey, executive director for Prescott Area Shelter Services.

How does poverty impact education? The League of Women Voters of Central Yavapai explored that question at its April 5 meeting with a panel of three community leaders: Kathleen Murphy, executive director for Big Brothers Big Sisters; Gerry Garvey, executive director for Prescott Area Shelter Services; and Duane Howard, superintendent of Chino ... (more)

Two Arizona charter schools have been named among the top five high schools in America by the respected publication U.S News and World Report.

Wet Electric , Phoenix's original water-park festival returns this weekend for two days at two locations: Saturday, April 26, at Big Surf in Tempe, and on Sunday, April 27, at Talking Stick Resort and Casino in Scottsdale.

Capital Dynamics has completed the investment program for its US Solar Energy Fund .

TransactRx offers a number of Medical Service Billing solutions to retail pharmacies using its patent pending Cross Benefit Clearinghouse TM.

Try this recipe for Caramelized Apple Tart from Sweet Basil Gourmetware & Cooking School in Scottsdale, Ariz.

Try this recipe for Sticky Honey Garlic Wings by Sweet Basil Cooking School in Scottsdale, Ariz.

General Dynamics C4 Systems has opened the MUOS Radio Testing Lab at its Scottsdale, Ariz., location.