Laurie Roberts’ column in the Scottsdale Republic today got it all wrong. I don’t think Jason Rose’s McDowell Road elevated trail idea is “goofy.” It’s a good idea. However, Laurie’s other premise–that it might work–is unfortunately also wrong. I love Laurie’s efforts to keep Scottsdale leaders accountable. The Republic in their infinite wisdom has chosen […]
Scottsdale Discovered!
I received an email yesterday regarding a New York Times article referenced in a Phoenix Business Journal column (and now re-referenced here) about how Scottsdale is a top winter destination. Eureka! Teasing aside, I’m glad that our little town receives this kind of recognition for what we’ve known all along. We have been the best-kept […]
Hitting The Trails: Lost Dog Wash Trailhead
My Tuesday morning was serene and invigorating, thanks to Beth Duckett of the Arizona Republic. We recently highlighted Beth’s article on Scottsdale hiking. Since our weather cooperated the next morning, I took her advice and checked out Lost Dog Wash Trailhead on 124th Street, just north of Cactus Road. There were three reasons I chose Lost Dog […]