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Memorial jam session will honor jazz luminary
A memorial jazz jam session and scholarship benefit from 3 to 7 p.m. Jan. 4 at the Wrigley Mansion in Phoenix will honor Nadine Jansen, a musical genius who performed for five decades in the Phoenix area.
Boot camp fights holiday waistlines
Ultimate Body Boot Camp will be hosting a Rapid Fat Loss Boot Camp that shares some advanced training and nutrition strategies to save your waistline and your bank account this holiday season.
Teacher inspires students to help flood victims
SCOTTSDALE - The Scottsdale Unified School District is highlighting Desert Mountain High School service learning and English teacher Sara Teller.
Counselor helps people live as they really are
Albert Clayton Gaulden is this week's Business Profile.
Private trial is new tool in divorces
Divorcing couples used to have two alternatives for their divorce: private settlement or public trial. Now they have a third option: private trial.
Pro, amateur golfers to compete in Goldwater Cup
Local golfers representing the Scottsdale-based Southwest Section PGA and the Arizona Golf Association will compete Mondayand Tuesday in the 48th annual Goldwater Cup matches at Mesa Country Club.
Youth Football champs headed for national tourney
The undefeated Scottsdale Firebirds of the Central Arizona Youth Football League are headed to next month's national championship game in Orlando, Fla.
Tour Christmas garden railroads in December
Train buffs will show off their bells and whistles in benefit for children's hospital
ASU's Allenby among Professors of the Year
Two of the most prominent organizations supporting higher education in the nation have selected Arizona State University engineering Professor Brad Allenby of Paradise Valley as one the winners of its 2008 U.S. Professors of the Year Awards.
For 1 girl, teacher is smartest person
The Scottsdale Unified School District is highlighting Copper Ridge School first grade teacher Nancy Crowell.
Teacher on environmental outing
Susan Cullumber, a mathematics, science and fine/performing arts teacher from The Howard S. Gray Education Program at Banner Behavioral Health-Scottsdale is among 30 teachers selected from nearly 1,000 U.S. applicants to participate in an environmental expedition to the Galápagos Islands, a designated World Heritage site off of the coast of Ecuador, as part of the Toyota International Teacher Program.
Monzures takes comprehensive approach
George J. Monzures of Monzures Development LLC is this week's Business Profile.
Knock Out Parkinsons Festival
Knock Out Parkinson Jazz-Blues FestivalSix jazz bands will perform for the second annual ''Knock Out Parkinson Jazz and Blues Festival'' benefit for the MSix jazz bands will perform for the second annual "Knock Out Parkinson Jazz and Blues Festival" benefit for the Muhammad Ali Parkinson Center in Phoenix.uhammad Ali Parkinson Center in Phoenix.
SCC planetarium show to highlight spacecraft
Scottsdale Community College's November planetarium show will highlight the latest observations from the Cassini spacecraft and its recent close encounter with Saturn's moon, Enceladus, at 11 a.m. and 11:45 a.m. Saturday.
Undefeated Firebirds in title football game
The undefeated Scottsdale Firebirds are headed to the regional championship game of the Central Arizona Youth Football League.
Candle's calming effect can boost spirit
Name: Jennifer Morse.
Librarian shares love of books with many
SCOTTSDALE - The Scottsdale Unified School District is highlighting Anasazi Elementary School's librarian/media specialist Sherry Grant.
Author touts self-employment
Being laid off can be emotionally and financially devastating. But experts say that self-employment is becoming a more attractive option to people who suddenly find themselves out of work.
SCC pupils immersed in Costa Rican culture
For several Scottsdale Community College students and their Spanish instructor, a four-week trip to Costa Rica was pura vida.
'Respectable' site for profiles
Dan Caplan, CEO/founder of MyCityFaces.com, is this week's Business Profile.
Horseshoe Trails' Rambo feted
CAVE CREEK - The Cave Creek Unified School District is highlighting Horseshoe Trails Elementary School Kindergarten teacher Sherri Rambo.
Empty Bowls helps food bank
Buy a bowl of pasta at Scottsdale Community College next month to fight hunger.
Teacher to join expedition to Galapagos
SCOTTSDALE - An Arizona teacher has been selected from nearly 1,000 U.S. applicants to participate in an environmental expedition to the Galapagos Islands, a designated World Heritage site off the coast of Ecuador, as part of the Toyota International Teacher Program.
Diabetes fundraiser attracts 27,500-plus
SCOTTSDALE -Scottsdale-based GoDaddy.com's fundraising walk for the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation broke records for participation and brought in more than $2 million Saturday.
Shutter entrepreneurs place priority on service
Rod and Katy DiGiovanni of New West Shutter and Blind in Scottsdale are this week's Business Profile.
2009 annual Golf Pass goes on sale
The Scottsdale-based Southwest Section PGA has announced the sale of its 2009 annual Golf Pass.
Saguaro choral director receives turn in spotlight
SCOTTSDALE - The Scottsdale Unified School District is highlighting Saguaro High School vocal music director and Performing Arts Department chairwoman teacher GayLin Tutnick.
Business profile: Lilly Norman
Name: Lilly Norman.
Carlos O'Brien's exec proud of healthful menu
Name: Cory O'Brien.
Caton's kindergartners thrive at Laguna
SCOTTSDALE - The Scottsdale Unified School District is highlighting Laguna Elementary School kindergarten teacher Angie Caton.
Food, wine fundraiser aids Boys & Girls Clubs
The Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater Scottsdale hosts its casual but sophisticated Uncorked and Unplugged fundraiser Sunday at Desert Ridge Marketplace. Sample gourmet food, fine wines and spirits, and enjoy live entertainment.
Architect Hake named principal in firm
Scottsdale-based Moran Architects recently announced that Matthew Hake,an American Institute of Architects and Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) accredited professional, was named principal in the firm.
Chamber hires McPhearson to help add members
The Scottsdale Area Chamber of Commerce recently announced the hiring of Jody McPhearson as account executive in support of member services.
'Foodies' originators receive Founders' Award
This News By You article was submitted by Eileen Bailey.
Golf group donates $10k to kids' hospital
The Scottsdale-based Southwest Section PGA recently announced that it has donated $10,000 to the Phoenix Children's Hospital Foundation.
It's time for farmers markets to return
The farmers market on Market Street at DC Ranchreturns Saturday. Market Street is on the southeast corner of Thompson Peak Parkway and Pima Road in north Scottsdale.
Firm mentors female business owners
Otstot gets praise for commitment
The Teacher of the Week is Zuni Elementary School's Michelle Otstot.
Folks get crafty at Sequoya Briar Patch
Crafters and cooks will showcase their wares at this weekend's Sequoya Briar Patch event at Sequoya Elementary School in Scottsdale.
Benefit will focus on melanoma
The Kristi A. Stockley Melanoma Foundation will host its inaugural ''A Sweet Night to Raise Awareness'' from 6 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Wednesdayat the Fountain Hills Community Center.
Scottsdale Artists' School hosts show, sale
The Scottsdale Artists' School will kick off its 24th annual Best and Brightest Juried Fine Art Show and Sale with a public reception Thursday. Featuring paintings, drawings and sculpture from professional as well as undiscovered artists, the show will run through Nov. 18.
Raffle to benefit blind children
Tickets are on sale for the $10,000 ''Cash is King'' raffle that is part of the seventh annual ''Night for Sight'' benefit hosted by the Foundation for Blind Children and taking place Nov. 1 at Mastro's City Hall Steakhouse in Scottsdale.
Farmers market returns to DC Ranch
The farmers market on Market Street at DC Ranchreturns Oct. 18. Market Street is on the southeast corner of Thompson Peak Parkway and Pima Road in north Scottsdale.
Grant Thornton's O'Brien honored
SCOTTSDALE - The Phoenix office of Grant Thornton LLP, the U.S. member firm of Grant Thornton International, recently announced that managing partner Ed O'Brien, a Scottsdale resident, has been named a 2008 Centers of Influence honoree.
Ravenscroft concert opens jazz series
''A Celebration of Bill Evans'' will be performed by pianist-composer Bob Ravenscroft and his Inner Journeys trio Oct. 5, launching the new Jazz in AZ-ASU Kerr Cultural Center jazz concert season.
Hornbeck earns salute from parent
SCOTTSDALE - The Scottsdale Unified School District is highlighting Cherokee Elementary School fourth-grade teacher Pam Hornbeck.
Eddie Chan's fusion concept rises to challenge
Name: Eddie Chan.
Training designed to give youths an advantage
The Scottsdale-based Valley of the Sun Jewish Community Center is offering a Sports Specific Training program for children.
Banner of Hope fundraiser slated
PARADISE VALLEY - The runway is being built, the clothes steamed and the models prepped as Banner of Hope gets ready to conduct its 11th annual Luncheon and Fashion Show.
Village Tavern joins hunger effort
SCOTTSDALE - Village Tavern in Scottsdale is doing its part to end childhood hunger in America by joining Share Our Strength's Great American Dine Out.
Nominations sought for Sterling Awards
The deadline for nominations for the 23rd annual Sterling Awards
Business helps plug others into digital world
Name: Fionn (pronounced 'fin') Downhill.
Desert Willow's Langley 'rocks'
SCOTTSDALE - The Cave Creek Unified School District is highlighting Desert Willow Elementary School fifth-grade teacher Doug Langley.
Young professionals set mixer
GET Phoenix,a new organization for young professionals in all industries, will conduct its September Happy Hour from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.Thursday at the Kohler Academyin Scottsdale.
Tour of Scottsdale will benefit conservancy
SCOTTSDALE - Cyclists are gearing up for the fifth annual Tour de Scottsdale, and the ''105,000 Miles for the McDowells'' challenge, which will launch 7:30 a.m., Oct. 5, from Market Street at DC Ranch.
'Rootin' Tootin' Roundup' supports programs
CAREFREE - Don't miss the second annual ''Rootin' Tootin' Roundup,'' a Western-style benefit evening presented by the Foothills Community Foundation, 5-11 p.m. Sept. 20 at the Carefree Resort & Villas in Carefree.
Laguna's Acridge uses creativity
SCOTTSDALE - The Scottsdale Unified School District is highlighting Laguna Elementary School third-grade teacher Kelly Acridge.
Real-estate broker has passion for helping
HomeBase Youth elects chairman
SCOTTSDALE - HomeBase Youth Services board of directors recently elected Neil Sutton as chairman for the 2008-10 term.
American Elite plans open house
SCOTTSDALE - American Elite Cheer Dance and Tumbling Training Center is open in Scottsdale.
'Night for Sight' will honor Dozer family
SCOTTSDALE - The Foundation for Blind Children will conduct its seventh annual ''Night for Sight'' fundraiser Nov. 1 at Mastro's City Hall Steakhouse in Scottsdale.
Jazz group schedules performances
NORTHEAST VALLEY - The following is a list of Jazz in Arizona Inc. performances scheduled for September and October in Scottsdale:
Exercise specialist needs only 20 minutes
Name: Sean Preuss.
Cochise teacher said to be good influence
SCOTTSDALE - The Scottsdale Unified School District is highlighting Cochise Elementary School third-grade teacher Travis Lofstedt.
Holocaust survivor will speak at library
SCOTTSDALE - Holocaust survivor Gerda Weissmann Klein of Scottsdale, whose story won an Oscar for best documentary, will share her story at 3 p.m. Sept. 14 at Burton Barr Central Library in Phoenix.
Impact of ballot initiatives to be discussed
The Scottsdale Area Chamber of Commerce will present an overview and panel discussion on the impact of the ballot initiatives on the business community Friday.
Donation to help golf association protect industry
The Southwest Section PGA recently announced a donation of $25,000 to the Golf Industry Association of Arizona.
Hohokam's Vargas called 'sensational, welcoming'
SCOTTSDALE - The Scottsdale Unified School District is highlighting Hohokam Elementary School teacher Gloria Vargas.
Cigna Medical Group focuses on wellness
Name: Dr. Jim Burrell.
School planned for ADHD children
A new private school that caters to children with ADHD and other learning differences could open in the Valley.
2 foreign exchange students settle in
SCOTTSDALE - When classes began Aug. 11 in the Scottsdale Unified School District, two international Rotary Club youth exchange students were attending American schools for their first time.
Key lesson learned in business: Have no fear
Name: Sunny Willmington-Wight.
McCarthy Building finishing up school campuses
McCarthy Building Co. is working toward completing new schools in the Scottsdale Unified School District, as well as other districts throughout the Valley.
Vax knows Kenton's style to play at jazz party
A sizzling sextet, led by trumpeter Mike Vax, who was associated for several years with the Stan Kenton Orchestra, will perform at Jazz in Arizona Inc.'s monthly party from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. Sundayin downtown Scottsdale.
1st-year teacher does amazing job with kids
SCOTTSDALE - The Scottsdale Unified School District is highlighting Copper Ridge School pre-kinderteacher Amanda Flewelling.
'Terrific people' at Jalapeño Inferno
Laura Craig is this week's Business Profile.
Meditation retreat scheduled at Sanctuary
Sedona Meditation Training Co. recently announced that the Radiance Retreat at the Sanctuary on Camelback Mountainwill be Sept. 12-14.
Prudential employees collect backpacks for foster kids
SCOTTSDALE - Sherrye Chapin could hardly contain her excitement.
Shop aims to build long-term relationships
Name: Richard Garcia.
Droz helps kids prepare for school experience
SCOTTSDALE - The Scottsdale Unified School District is highlighting Aztec Elementary School special education teacher Judy Droz.
Student is 'outstanding dancer' at competition
SCOTTSDALE - The New York City Dance Alliance named Jordan Pelliteri, 11, the ''Mini Outstanding Dancer'' at its recent national competition in New York.
Scottsdale lifeguards pick up wins in challenge
American Red Cross lifeguards from Scottsdale recently competed in the Ultimate Lifeguard Challenge at Tempe's Kiwanis Park.
Business profile: Michael A. Vizirakis
Each Wednesday, the Scottsdale Republic profiles a Northeast Valley businessperson.
4 students win Sister Cities scholarships
SCOTTSDALE - Four high school students recently were selected to receive scholarships from Scottsdale Sister Cities.
Breakfast, shopping part of a special day
Mervyns at the Pavilions opened early July 19 for Child Spree, providing back-to-school shopping for 80 children hosted by Active 20-30 Club for the Boys and Girls Club of Greater Scottsdale.
'Jazz in Concert' schedule announced
Jazz in Arizona announces it's ''Jazz in Concert'' schedule for 2008-2009.
MadGame formally launches Web site
Scottsdale-based MadGame LLC recently announced the formal launch of MadGame.com, a new sports Web site best described as a combination of YouTube, ESPN and MySpace
Locks of love put a smile on girl
A Scottsdale girl recently received a lot of love and support for her condition, Alopecia, which causes baldness.
Disk repair firm stresses quality
Each Wednesday, the Scottsdale Republic profiles a Northeast Valley businessperson.
Bogner inspires service learning students
The Scottsdale Unified School District is highlighting Chaparral High School teacher Allison Bogner.
Goal is to make Grille home away from home
Each Wednesday, the Scottsdale Republic profiles a Northeast Valley businessperson.
Climber to compete in youth championships
Scottsdale climber J.P. Burns will be competing this weekend at the USA Climbing Youth National Championships in Sunnyvale, Calif.
Teacher of the week: Cheryl Dunham
The Scottsdale Unified School District is highlighting Arcadia High School teacher Cheryl Dunham.
Business profile: Baby Instructions
Each Wednesday, the Scottsdale Republic profiles a Northeast Valley businessperson.
Hardy willing to help students, teachers
Kelly Hardy is this week's Scottsdale Unified School District Teacher of the Week.
PV resort manager sets goals
Each Wednesday, the Scottsdale Republic profiles a Northeast Valley businessperson.
3 honored by diabetes foundation
The Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation recently honored three Scottsdale residents for their commitments and contributions to raising money and awareness.
Cheyenne's Eppley instills love of science
The Scottsdale Unified School District is highlighting Cheyenne Traditional School teacher Michael Eppley.
New design center will be eco-friendly
FOUNTAIN HILLS - Global Surroundings LLC is opening an eco-friendly, furniture design center in Fountain Hills.
Golf event nets more than $500K
The recent Lou Grubb Friends Fore Golf Celebration and Tournament netted $500,000.
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