Police arrest parents of girl in gang-rape case Nov 21, 2009
The victim's father has been unemployed for some time, and he told The Republic this fall that he stays at home while his wife works at a Scottsdale hotel. CPS caseworkers arrived to meet with the family as the children were eating dinner on Friday, according to the family's pastor. (AZCentral -- News)
D-backs Will Increase Payroll in 2010 Nov 21, 2009
The new spring stadium, built on land owned by the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community, will cost about $100 million and will be located about 10 miles north and slightly east of the Scottsdale facility that currently hosts the San Francisco Giants. --RHP , a dark horse candidate for a spot in the 2010 rotation behind RHP , had a strong finish in the prospect-heavy Arizona Fall League. (Los Angeles, TheInsiders.com)
Tips from the Journals of the American Society for Microbiology Nov 20, 2009
"We show that over one-half of individuals in nature support antifungal bacteria that produce violacein, which suggests that there is a mutualism between violacein-producing bacteria and P. cinereus and that adding J. lividum is effective for protecting individuals that lack violacein-producing skin bacteria. (M.H. Becker, R.M. Brucker, C.R. Schwantes, R.N. Harris, K.P. Minbiole. 2009. The bacterially produced metabolite violacein is associated with survival of amphibians infected with a lethal... (EurekAlert!)
Builder hopes green homes aid sales Nov 20, 2009
A Scottsdale builder has turned to solar energy to perk up sales at a luxury community near Pinnacle Peak. Monarch Privada Construction LLC has incorporated a series of green-building features for Privada, a gated community southwest of the Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale ... The homes meet the requirements of Scottsdale's green-building program and are certified through Environments for Living, a building-industry group that has standards for energy-efficient homes. (AZCentral -- Business)
Game capsules Nov 20, 2009
Scottsdale Desert Mountain (8-3) at Phoenix Pinnacle (10-1 ... Goodyear Millennium (7-4) at Scottsdale Chaparral (10-1) ... Chaparral didn't let a loss to Scottsdale Desert Mountain in the last week of the regular season linger long, dominating Gilbert Perry last week 49-0. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Signals still mixed on Ariz. job market Nov 20, 2009
Bobbi Moss, vice president of Govig and Associates, a Scottsdale executive search-and-recruiting company, said she is seeing more hopeful signs for next year. Compared with " 'We don't know when we want to hire. Our hiring projections right now are frozen,' we are hearing more conversations of 'You know, second quarter of next year, we should be adding. Third quarter, we should be doing this,' " Moss said. (AZCentral -- News)
Former Intel CEO honored as innovator Nov 20, 2009
Business Leader of the Year: Chuck Vermillion, chief executive officer of Scottsdale-based OneNeck IT Services Corp. ... Innovator of the Year - Startup: Ubidyne Inc. in Scottsdale. (AZCentral -- Business)
Ubidyne, Tucson firms win at GCOI Nov 20, 2009
Ubidyne, which has dual headquarters in Scottsdale and Ulm, Germany, is working on a digital radio system for mobile communications ... Frank Antenori, R-Tucson; Tom Boone, R-Peoria; Chad Campbell, D-Phoenix; Laurin Hendrix, R-Gilbert; Lucy Mason, R-Prescott; Michele Reagan, R-Scottsdale; David Stevens, R-Sierra Vista;, and Bill Konopnicki, R-Safford. (Phoenix Business Journal, AZ)
Phils' Gosewisch busts out in Fall League Nov 19, 2009
Gosewisch broke out of a 1-for-11 slump with three hits and two RBIs on Wednesday night, leading the Scottsdale Scorpions to a 7-5 victory over the Mesa Solar Sox. The 2005 11th-round pick delivered a pair of doubles for his first extra-base hits of the five-week AFL season. (MLB.com -- Philadelphia Phillies)
ASU SkySong to host University & Global Technology Showcase Nov 19, 2009
25 million), which is developing miniature, wearable infusion pumps; and Scottsdale-based iMemories ($6 ... The 2009 Invest Southwest Capital Conference will be held Dec. 9-11 at the Four Seasons Resort in Scottsdale. (Phoenix Business Journal, AZ)
Employer faces charges of hiring illegals Nov 19, 2009
A Scottsdale furniture maker is the first business to be prosecuted under a state law that looks to punish employers who hire illegal immigrants ... The Maricopa County Sheriff s Office arrested 12 workers at Scottsdale Art Factory in January for alleged document fraud, identity theft and immigration violations. (Phoenix Business Journal, AZ)
Hotel group holds fund-raising auction Nov 19, 2009
Packages available include a 3-night stay at the Ocatilla resort within a resort at The Arizona Biltmore Resort and Spa; Two nights at Tucson s White Stallion Ranch, a working cattle ranch; spa services for two and a night at The Phoenician and packages at The Royal Palms, The W in Scottsdale and Sedona s Enchantment Resort, among others. For more. (Phoenix Business Journal, AZ)
Johnston to head state golf industry group Nov 19, 2009
Southwest Section PGA Executive Director Curt Hudek, the who was on the hiring committee with Brent DeRaad of the Scottsdale Convention and Visitors Bureau and Carmella Ruggerio of the Cactus and Pine Golf Course Superintendents Association, said Johnston showed great interest in growing the GIA of Arizona. He would like the position to grow in stature and influence, Hudek said. (Phoenix Business Journal, AZ)
'New Moon' Release Party Nov 19, 2009
"It's a great way to have a wonderful experience with a group of friends," said Kate Birchler, marketing manager for Scottsdale Fashion Square. "You can have dinner then walk over and see the movie a day before it's released to the public.". (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Don & Charlie's Burger Bar Nov 19, 2009
7501 E. Camelback Road, Scottsdale. 480-990-0900. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Mariners announce their spring schedule Nov 19, 2009
Wednesday, March 3 -- Giants in Peoria at 1:05 Thursday, March 4 -- Padres (charity game) in Peoria at 1:05 Friday, March 5 -- Padres in Peoria at 1:05 Saturday, March 6 -- Padres in Peoria at 1:05 Sunday, March 7 -- Padres in Peoria at 1:05 Monday, March 8 -- White Sox (ss) @ Glendale at 1:05 and Brewers (ss) @ Maryvale at 1:05 Tuesday, March 9 -- Indians in Peoria at 1:05 Wednesday, March 10 -- Rangers @ Surprise at 1:05 Thursday, March 11 -- Giants @ Scottsdale at 1:05 Friday, March 12 --... (MLB.com -- Seattle Mariners)
Cubs release Spring Training slate Nov 19, 2009
March 30 at San Francisco Giants, Scottsdale. March 31 vs. Los Angeles Angels (ss); at Milwaukee Brewers (ss), Maryvale. (MLB.com -- Chi Cubs Cubs)
County prosecutors file first employer sanctions case Nov 19, 2009
Michelle Hardas, owner of Scottsdale Art Factory, has been named in a civil complaint in Maricopa County Superior Court ... The case focuses on a Mexican national named Hilario Santiago Hernandez, who was arrested during a Jan. 29 immigration raid by sheriff's deputies at Scottsdale Art Factory, a custom-furniture and cabinet business on Greenway Road ... Acting on a tip, investigators sent another man to the Scottsdale Art Factory to act as if he were seeking work. (AZCentral -- Business)
Tribes invite businesses to reservations Nov 19, 2009
The Pima-Maricopa community plans to follow suit this spring by opening a casino spinoff of its own, Casino Arizona's 497-room Talking Stick Resort on the Salt River Reservation near Scottsdale. The Tohono O'odham Nation wants to build a 600-room resort and casino on tribal-owned land in Glendale. (AZCentral -- Business)
This worked out better than we had hoped Nov 19, 2009
In just a few months Coach Keith, his staff and this remarkable group of young men have helped restore pride and glory to a program that is rapidly gaining respect from opposing teams from all over the state thanks in part to impressive road wins over Amphi and now Scottsdale Arcadia who the Bulldogs humbled this past Friday night 35-17 in the first round of 4A DII state playoffs ... The Cobras are 10-1 on the season (their lone loss coming to Scottsdale Saguaro 38-21) and are coming off a 69-7... (Douglas Daily Dispatch, AZ)
Police, U.S. agents on trail of pedophile who writes letters Nov 19, 2009
Phoenix investigators are working with others in Scottsdale, Mesa and the U.S. Postal Inspection Service to determine the identity of the author whose articulate fantasies were carefully typed, edited and proofed before they were addressed to girls across the country ... The pedophile resurfaced in July when a Scottsdale girl received a similar letter ... Detectives linked more than 40 Arizona cases, mostly in Phoenix and Scottsdale. (AZCentral -- News)
Ariz. prosecutor files 1st employer sanctions case Nov 19, 2009
Maricopa County Attorney Andrew Thomas says the manager of the Scottsdale Art Factory used a subcontractor who is an illegal immigrant to avoid the law's requirement that employees be legal workers. Thomas says investigators have the manager on tape telling an informant that she was trying to get around the law. (KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8, OR -- Business)
Snowbirds flocking back to the Valley Nov 19, 2009
In cities like Scottsdale and Phoenix, which are coping with declines in group business travel, snowbirds are less of a draw. Glendale, meanwhile, is emerging as a destination for shorter-term seasonal visitors who may come to town to attend a particular sporting event. (AZCentral -- News)
O's pitching coming out on top in AFL Nov 18, 2009
The Desert Dogs (18-12) clinched the AFL East with an 11-1 win over the Mesa Solar Sox on Monday and will play in the championship game against the Peoria Javelinas at 2:45 p.m. ET on Saturday at Scottsdale Stadium. is a reporter for MLB.com. (MLB.com -- Baltimore Orioles)
Phillies' Cisco records first AFL win Nov 18, 2009
Cisco allowed one hit over four shutout innings Tuesday afternoon as the Scottsdale Scorpions held off the Phoenix Desert Dogs, 5-4. "Especially when you have a couple months before Spring Training to think about how you did in the Fall League, it's nice to have that last win," said Cisco, "and to kind of carry it over to the next season.". (MLB.com -- Philadelphia Phillies)
Scott new Astros Minors field coordinator Nov 18, 2009
A former infielder, Scott began his coaching career as a Minor League manager in the Oakland Athletics organization in 1991, winning Manager of the Year honors with Class A Scottsdale that season. Scott also received the honor in 1992 and '94, when was also named Minor League Manager of the Year by USA Today Baseball Weekly. (MLB.com -- Houston Astros)
80 Girls in Arizona, nation sent sexually explicit letters Nov 18, 2009
Investigators picked up on the writer again in July after a girl received a letter at her family's home in Scottsdale, investigators said Tuesday. Police reported 15 cases in Scottsdale, 14 in Phoenix and others in Arizona. (AZCentral -- News)
D-backs unveil Spring Training slate Nov 18, 2009
After 13 springs in Tucson, the D-backs will move their spring operations in 2011 to a facility located on Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community land just west of Loop 101 and north of Indian Bend Road in Scottsdale, Ariz ... Ground breaks on clubs' future spring home in Scottsdale. (MLB.com -- Arizona Diamondbacks)
Cops Search for Pedophile Letter-Writer Targeting Girls Nov 18, 2009
Authorities say there are 80 such cases around the county with 41 reported in Arizona, including 29 in Phoenix and Scottsdale. Phoenix police say the letter writer targets girls as young as 8, tracking them by name and neighborhood through media reports. (Fox News)
The Retreat: Giffords calls for HUD investigation Nov 18, 2009
Nancy Engel of Green Valley said when her 92-year-old mother wanted to move from Scottsdale, I toured The Retreat and was speechless when they told me the cost. It was. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
GOLF: If it doesn’t fit, you can’t hit Nov 18, 2009
Pro Maria Przymierski, recently named Southwest Region PGA Teacher of the Year for her innovative instructional techniques, has created a partnership within her Green Valley Golf Instruction with Scottsdale s Blaisdell Performance Systems, created by PGA pro Gary Blaisdell, former director or golf at Tucson National. Blaisdell, known as a pioneer in bringing proper fit to players, founded Performance Systems in 2002 to finally give amateur golfers the same kind of inside information that touring... (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Bulldogs to face Scottsdale Arcadia Friday at state Nov 18, 2009
Last updated on Wednesday, Nov 11, 2009 - 02:45:21 pm MST Douglas, AZ. Douglas Dispatch Print Edition. (Douglas Daily Dispatch, AZ)
This Week in Golf - November 17th through November 22nd Nov 17, 2009
CHAMPIONS TOUR Q SCHOOL, TPC Scottsdale (Champions Course), Scottsdale, Arizona - The pressure-packed final stage of Champions Tour Q School starts on Tuesday. The top-five finishers on Friday will receive full exemptions next year on the Champions Tour. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Astros' Lopez tosses four hitless in AFL Nov 17, 2009
Lopez, who reached the Majors with Houston in August, struck out three over four hitless innings as the Peoria Saguaros held the Scottsdale Scorpions to a pair of hits in an 8-0 shutout on Monday afternoon ... Diamondbacks right-hander Bryan Augenstein started for Scottsdale and suffered his fourth loss, allowing a run on four hits over four innings ... Chase d'Arnaud (Pirates) had Scottsdale's other hit. (MLB.com -- Houston Astros)
Northwestern F Coble To Miss Season Nov 17, 2009
The native of Scottsdale, Arizona led the Wildcats a season ago with 15. 5 points and 4. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Losing bidder: Irregularities taint Sky Harbor taxi deal Nov 17, 2009
An Arizona Republic public-records search disclosed that Naini Abbas, Apache's owner, and Soroosh Ghafaripanah, owner of Visum Transportation, both listed the same two Scottsdale and Tempe properties as previous addresses. Abbas confirmed he purchased a condominium a few years ago from Ghafaripanah, but he said they are not business partners. (AZCentral -- News)
Valley cities competing for solar-panel plants Nov 17, 2009
Harold Stewart, managing executive director of Scottsdale's economic-vitality department, said that typically solar companies like Suntech want an old microchip building they can easily convert into a production facility and that Scottsdale does not have any of those. Staff writers Dianna M. Nez and Marjon Rostami contributed to this article. (AZCentral -- Business)
UCLA Signs a Pair of Local Golf Standouts Nov 17, 2009
He also tied for third at the Thunderbird Invitational at Grayhawk GC in Scottsdale, AZ in May with scores of 66-66-69--203 (-15). Most recently, he tied for fifth at The PING Invitational last month. (Uclabruins.com)
Facility for D-backs, Rockies under way Nov 17, 2009
Ground breaks on clubs' future spring home in Scottsdale ... Ground breaks on clubs' future spring home in Scottsdale. (MLB.com -- Arizona Diamondbacks)
More than 1,700 attend breast cancer walk Nov 16, 2009
Rappaport and her friends Dori Gottfried and Debra Hickman were among about 1,700 people who took part in the 60-mile trek that began Friday morning at Freestone Park in Gilbert and ended at Scottsdale Stadium on Sunday afternoon ... That included Stacey Dyer of Scottsdale who helped out at the stadium for the closing ceremonies ... Thousands of walkers competed the Breast Cancer 3-Day Walk that concluded at Scottsdale Stadium. (AZCentral -- News)
S.F. GIANTS / Perseverance at Camp Panda Fan favorite Sandoval goes extra... Nov 16, 2009
(11-16) 04:00 PST Scottsdale, Ariz ... This was Friday's fitness schedule for Giants infielder Pablo Sandoval at the team's minor-league training facility in Scottsdale, Ariz. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Arizona OT Sets First Official Visit Nov 16, 2009
By Southwest Recruiting AnalystDate: Nov 11, 2009 Scottsdale Chaparral OT Andrew Gustafson headed to Cali. Please or to read the rest of this story. (BarkBoard.com)
Winterball Roundup - 11/5 Nov 16, 2009
Arizona Fall League: Surprise 7 - (@) Scottsdale 8 10-11, 3. 0 GB. (Texas, TheInsiders.com)
Crow closes AFL stint with a gem Nov 15, 2009
In his final Arizona Fall League start, Crow struck out four and didn't issue a walk, falling short of a win as the Rafters fell to the Scottsdale Scorpions, 4-2. "I think just the last couple times out [I was] just missing up a lot," Crow said of the 0-2 record and 7. (MLB.com -- Kansas City Royals)
Tuition aid not just to needy Nov 15, 2009
Gale, 32, lives in Scottsdale, has a graduate degree in international business and is in industrial-waste-management sales. She and her ex-husband, a chef, had a combined income of about $80,000 when her son started at Pardes, Gale said. (AZCentral -- News)
Tempe Town Lake thrives despite setbacks Nov 15, 2009
Alex Dolotov still marvels that a 20-minute drive from his Scottsdale home to Tempe transports him from the Arizona desert to a narrow stretch of beach where he can feel sand under his feet ... Although the recession and financial turmoil have taken a toll, Valley real-estate experts believe that Town Lake will recover faster than most markets because of the central location near the airport, ASU, downtown Phoenix and Scottsdale. (AZCentral -- News)
Oakland A's MLN: Henry, Casilla Debut Nov 14, 2009
The Dogs dropped a 2-0 decision on Wednesday to Scottsdale. got the loss, as he allowed single runs in each of the first two innings. (Oakland, TheInsiders.com)
Dogs compete in Cynosport World Games Nov 14, 2009
Canine competitors from around the world gather in Scottsdale Thursday through Sunday for the Cynosport World Games, the doggie equivalent of the Olympics ... Where: WestWorld Scottsdale, 16601 N. Pima Rd., Scottsdale. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Valley Benefits: Donations, volunteerism Nov 14, 2009
Plan Ahead Events, a full-service event management and marketing company, aims to raise $100,000 for the Real Gift Foundation at its grand opening Nov. 19 at the Mondrian Hotel in Scottsdale ... paescottsdale-events. (Phoenix Business Journal, AZ)
What Does the L.A. Times Do Right? Nov 14, 2009
mrbailey47 wrote on Aug 19, 2009 2:53 PM:" I live in Phoenix but my fiance and I make regular trips to LA to satisfy our craving for real culture and to see my son currently in grad school at AFI. I read the LA Times when we are there and I have to tell you, you folks are lucky. It may not be the best paper in the country -- I'm not sure if there is one anymore -- but try reading the Arizona Republic every day. I've taken to calling it the Arizona Newsletter on Mondays and Tuesdays. The Sunday... (Los Angeles Downtown News, CA)
2-man board deadlocks on investigation Nov 14, 2009
The 10-month investigation by the Scottsdale law firm of Green and Baker was concluded in September and discussed during a public meeting Sept. 17. At that time, Foster said the report was 512 pages and had cost 27,000. (Nogales International, AZ)
Productive d'Arnaud ignoring AFL stats Nov 14, 2009
Friday night was the latest example as the speedy infielder went 3-for-4 with two RBIs and two stolen bases in the Scottsdale Scorpions' 9-2 romp over the Peoria Saguaros in front of 1,030 at Scottsdale Stadium. The loss by the second-place Saguaros (12-15) clinched the AFL West Division title for the Peoria Javelinas, who fell to Surprise earlier Friday. (MLB.com -- Pittsburgh Pirates)
Younger Danks eyeing Major Leagues Nov 14, 2009
But Jordan Danks' early work at Scottsdale Stadium is not quite finished. Danks stops for a pair of interviews, and then before retreating back to the clubhouse in preparation for that night's game, he signs a handful of autographs for about five minutes. (MLB.com -- Chi White Sox White Sox)
Learn how to succeed—in life and online—with straight talk from Go Daddy's CEO & Founder, Bob Parsons®. Viewer discretion advised! Nov 14, 2009
Broadcast from an on-site studio in Scottsdale, AZ and hosted by Bob, Radio GoDaddy focuses on all things Internet. The hour-long program features guests that range from Blip. (BioMetNews.com)
Douglas runs all over Scottsdale Arcadia, 35-17 Nov 14, 2009
The Douglas Bulldogs used an overwhelming running attack and strong defense to shut down the high-powered Scottsdale Arcadia offense and win its first playoff game in years. The Douglas rushing attack ran all over the Titans for more than 200 yards as the Bulldogs won 35-17. (Douglas Daily Dispatch, AZ)
Indians Announce 2010 Spring Schedule Nov 14, 2009
sets sights on spring. By Indians InkPosted Nov 9, 2009. (Cleveland, TheInsiders.com)
Failed Overbay Deal Is Revealing Nov 14, 2009
In the prospect-heavy Arizona Fall League, Allen had 11 hits in his first 41 at-bats for the Scottsdale Scorpions before going through an 0-for-28 drought as part of a 2-for-41 stretch. His average fell to. (Los Angeles, TheInsiders.com)
Eleanor Joseph relaunches truffle business Nov 13, 2009
Because after contemplating retirement, confectioner Eleanor Joseph has re-launched her formerly Beverly Hills-based truffle business in Scottsdale, as Eleanor Joseph Confections ... The chocolates are available at select Valley Whole Foods, plus Su Vino Winery and Arcadia Fine Wine, both in Old Town Scottsdale. (AZCentral -- Business)
Red tape casts giant shadow on solar projects in Arizona Nov 13, 2009
The Vote Solar Initiative identified Scottsdale, Fountain Hills and Peoria as having Arizona's best practices on permits for photovoltaic systems, while Paradise Valley, Mesa and Gilbert need improvement ... "City officials may not realize it's entirely in their power to throw the doors wide open on the Arizona solar opportunity by changing local permit requirements," said Tom Alston, government-relations manager for Scottsdale-based American Solar Electric ... Scottsdale charges a flat fee of... (AZCentral -- Business)
Weekend freeway closures and restrictions Nov 13, 2009
Eastbound Loop 202 on-ramps at Priest Drive, Center Parkway and Scottsdale Road closed when freeway is closed starting Saturday night ... Eastbound Loop 202/Scottsdale Road and Loop 101 ... Closure: Eastbound Loop 202 (Red Mountain Freeway) closed overnight between Scottsdale Road and Loop 101 in Tempe from 5 p.m. Sunday to 5 a.m. Monday for freeway widening. (AZCentral -- News)
Mom: Hospital irradiated my baby Nov 13, 2009
Higuera's lawyer, David Patton of Scottsdale, Arizona, provided CNN with Higuera's records from her visit to Banner Thunderbird. "The patient was unintentionally scanned as she was confused with another patient," reads one report. (CNN)
Weeks, Veal win weekly AFL honor Nov 13, 2009
Donnie Veal pitched 7 2/3 scoreless innings for Scottsdale this week ... Veal, playing for the Scottsdale Scorpions, didn't allow a run in two starts last week, allowing only five hits with two walks and seven strikeouts in 7 2/3 innings. (MLB.com -- Oakland Athletics)
Obert's picks Nov 13, 2009
Tucson Ironwood Ridge at SCOTTSDALE DESERT MOUNTAIN ... Gilbert Perry at SCOTTSDALE CHAPARRAL ... Avondale Agua Fria at SCOTTSDALE SAGUARO. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Money-laundering, drugs tied to restaurant owners Nov 13, 2009
The owners of a Scottsdale restaurant have been arrested in connection with a money-laundering scheme and selling marijuana and cocaine, according to court records. Jessica Galan, 28, and Robert Davis, 38, who own Sultry Dogs restaurant near Old Town Scottsdale, were arrested Monday on charges including money laundering and conspiracy. (AZCentral -- News)
Alonso focusing on basics in Arizona Nov 13, 2009
Alonso drove in two key runs for Peoria in the Saguaros' 6-3 victory over the Scottsdale Scorpions on Thursday afternoon ... Cole Gillespie (Diamondbacks) contributed a pair of doubles and drove in a run for Scottsdale (10-15). (MLB.com -- Cincinnati Reds)
