Good morning, Scottsdale.

Scottsdale resident Rachel Pearson shared her story through a Q&A with the Daily Independent (a local publication) to help strengthen community ties and spark neighborly conversation.

Local artist Philip C.

Curtis, known as Flip, became celebrated for creating dreamlike desert scenes and affordable miniatures after friend Janie Ellis requested smaller paintings. His well-preserved studio at Cattle Track in Scottsdale highlights his creative legacy (he once used a sketch pad beside his bed to capture ideas).

The CAP board met on Sept.

3 to express objections to federal water rules they say unfairly cut Arizona’s supply, arguing the plan could raise water rates + food costs and may spur legal action if guidelines are not reviewed.

Scottsdale was ranked fourth among the nation’s top places to retire in a WalletHub study published Aug.

31. The city earned a 58.87 score and top marks for quality of life compared with other Arizona cities.

The developer of the Museum Square project in Old Town said discussions with a key HOA contact were 'like negotiating with Iran' after a court ruled the HOA must pay his legal fees.

He remains open to a new agreement if the HOA holds internal meetings soon.