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Independent accepting photos for 2025 Arizona calendar

The Daily Independent at YourValley.net invites readers to submit photographs of desert landscapes, wildlife and prominent landmarks to be used in the 2025 Scenic Arizona calendar. These should be …
finance

Internal process improved for Paradise Valley Mountain Preserve Trust

In December, a financial audit suggested a "segregation of duties" for the Paradise Valley Mountain Preserve Trust.  That suggestion has been implemented by the Town of Paradise Valley, …
SUSD

Scottsdale students combine art and STEM

The Scottsdale Math & Science Academy (SMSA) celebrated its students’ recent projects and achievements at the annual STEAM showcase on Saturday, April 13. The SMSA is a specialized …
Tasty treats

Cookie Plug opens in Paradise Valley Village

Fueling the premium cookie trend sweeping the nation, Cookie Plug, a cookie concept that combines graffiti, street art and hip-hop culture has entered Paradise Valley Village. Selling cookie …

New Scottsdale Public Library director shares vision

As long as he can remember, Michael Beck has always had a love of books. It’s a good trait to have for a librarian, but as the new director of Scottsdale’s Library System, Beck wants …
nonprofit

Local antique shop supports Hospice of the Valley

In a “mini antique roadshow,” free appraisals and an opportunity to donate antiques and collectibles will be offered at Phoenix Antique Emporium and Lamp Shop, 2225 E. Indian School Road, …
sustainability

Paradise Valley church presents free Earth Day celebration

An Earth Day Celebration will be held at Paradise Valley United Methodist Church, 4455 E. Lincoln Drive, 10 a.m.–1 p.m. Sunday, April 21. The event features 22 vendors and exhibitors, …
Junior Achievement

Paradise Valley student makes 18 Under 18

Junior Achievement of Arizona recently announced the 2024 18 under 18 winners. These young people have started businesses and nonprofits, broken glass ceilings, volunteered or advocated for a …
government

Will PV Town Council budget $250K for space study?

A new project for a Town Municipal Complex space study and assessment is in the Town of Paradise Valley’s capital improvement plan. This facilities analysis is budgeted for $250,000 to …
government

Paradise Valley Town Council planning to fund more of pension fund

Paradise Valley Town Council members are generally in agreement to set aside a cash reserve for the Public Safety Personnel Retirement System after reaching a funded ratio of 91.6%. The …

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Akerhielm: Responding to letter, "Climate panic movement not catching on"

Former Republican senator and physician Tom Patterson makes some good points in his letter. However, his true colors are revealed when he declares that going green will drive us into poverty based on …

Wilt: The importance of pedestrian safety

Thank you for the coverage of the importance of pedestrian safety last week. Like many in our community of Paradise Valley, I was devastated to read about the car accident that took John …

Tadayon: In opposition to pickleball courts in PV

In my view, having pickleball courts in backyard spaces isn't conducive to the essence of Paradise Valley. One of the key attractions of our area is its natural beauty — the chirping …

Erskine: Paradise Valley has a pickleball noise problem

I agree that there has to be some rules for pickleball courts in residential areas, as the sounds coming from the games are very loud and intrusive. It’s almost as bad as hearing leaf …

Goett: Gas-powered blowers are the real noise problem in PV

Apparently, there is a concern regarding noise that the wildly popular pickleball craze is creating. The town is seeking solutions to mitigate “all the noise” created by this game. …
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Valley Presbyterian Church is located at 6947 E. McDonald Drive, Paradise Valley.

Local church choir presents An Evening with Rodgers & Hammerstein

Valley Presbyterian Church’s Valley Singers and Chancel Choir will come together to perform some of the most popular chorus numbers of stage and screen, 4 p.m. Sunday, April 14 in the …
Living Greenhouse is where greenery meets grandeur at the 360-degree living greenhouse at the Maricopa County Home & Garden Show.

Maricopa County Home & Garden Show focused on flowers

The Maricopa County Home & Garden Show is introducing the Floral Showcase for the first time in Arizona at WestWorld of Scottsdale, 16601 N. Pima Road, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Friday, April 19 …
C.J. Milewski is a ceramicist at Cosanti Originals in Paradise Valley.

Cosanti introduces tile-making workshop in Paradise Valley

Cosanti Originals recently introduced tile-making as a new workshop for the community to enjoy as an afternoon hands-on activity. Offering a family-friendly learning experience, The Cosanti …
Taliesin West is a national historic landmark located at 12621 N. Frank Lloyd Wright Blvd., Scottsdale.

Spring offerings at Frank Lloyd Wright's Taliesin West

The Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation is rolling out a calendar of engaging spring and summer programming for visitors to experience Taliesin West, Frank Lloyd Wright’s winter home and studio in …
Franciscan Renewal Center holds mass outdoors in Palm Court for Easter.

Franciscan Renewal Center Easter mass times

This Easter weekend, mass times are different than the regularly scheduled times at Franciscan Renewal Center. The center is holding Mass of the Lord's Supper at 7 p.m. Thursday, March 28 inside …

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