Call them what you will: gear heads, motor heads, car nuts, auto enthusiasts, or simply collectors. Driving into Scottsdale on a Mecca-like sojourn, they come from far and wide to behold the world's most coveted cars.
Some have come to buy and some to sell, but most are here in January to experience the unique spectacle that is the Barrett-Jackson auction, complete with celebrity appearances, world-class entertainment, and unforgettable classic cars changing hands in five-, six- and seven-figure sales. As we ready for the Barrett-Jackson at WestWorld in Scottsdale this month we have an interview with Barrett-Jackson's own Steve Davis, courtesy of North Valley Magazine.
In time for the Barrett-Jackson Car Auction, local celebrities reminisce about their first cars. Celebrities include Brandon Webb from the Arizona Diamondbacks, John Holmberg of 98 KUPB, Tara Hitchcock of Good Morning Arizona, Rande Gerber, owner of Stone Rose Lounge, Scott Pasmore, 3TV anchor, Good Morning Arizona and Eddie Matney of Eddie's House.
Scottsdale, AZ—December 26, 2009 – Local photographer, Finespun Photography is participating in the National Charity Model Search to select “America’s Cutest Kid” and to raise funds for charity. Participating photographers will submit portraits of local children, ages 18 months to 14 years,
January 22nd, 2009 is the 15th anniversary of CrackerJax; the Scottsdale family fun park that has become an entertainment must for tourists and residents Valley-wide. Fifteen years of serving the Valley will be marked by a weekend celebration beginning Thursday, Jan. 22nd, and concluding Sunday, Jan
Leading independent local spa web-resource, Mary Blackmon's Spa-Addicts, has strengthened its position with spa lovers and the advertisers looking to reach them with additional Web 2.0 features that provide geo-targeted search results, exclusive offers, and enhanced online community involvement and feedback tools.
Recently, Scottsdale.com Managing Partner Fred Mercaldo had the opportunity to play BelAir Country Club in Los Angeles with some friends, and in the foursome was LPGA Hall of Famer Amy Alcott. Amy graciously agreed to be interviewed for Scottsdale.com.
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Collector car auction is weeklong extravaganza
Source: EastValleyTribune.com / Received: 01/05/09 06:15:02 PM
Where can you check out the first Ford Thunderbird, a 1929 Tri-Motor airplane and a mechanical giant capable of gobbling up both of those venerable vehicles?
What you should know when re-entering job market
Source: AZCentral.com / Received: 01/05/09 04:30:06 PM
The outlook for the job market heading into 2009 is bleak. You'll need to be creative and persistent to find a position.
Man fires several rounds near Scottsdale club
Source: AZCentral.com / Received: 01/05/09 10:45:04 AM
A man fired approximately 10 rounds near a Scottsdale nightclub, hitting a nearby cab twice early Monday.
Arena may revive Valley as pro-tennis destination
Source: AZCentral.com / Received: 01/04/09 11:30:02 PM
Tennis experts and avid fans say a West Valley facility has stepped up to cater to a long-untapped area market.
Firefighters put out apartment blaze
Source: EastValleyTribune.com / Received: 01/03/09 09:15:02 PM
Scottsdale firefighters were dispatched to an apartment fire about 3 a.m. in the 9800 block of North 73rd Street, according to fire officials.
Scarp: Heading off into the Scottsdale sunset
Source: EastValleyTribune.com / Received: 01/03/09 06:00:02 PM
SCENE: Dawn of New Year's Day in the McDowell Sonoran Preserve. The growing light causes a mutual moan from both William Tell and the 'Zona Ranger, two men with nothing in common except a theme song each claims as his. The night before they took part in a once-and-for-all-who's-the-toughest drinking contest that turned out, well....
Scottsdale Museum of the West pushed back a year
Source: EastValleyTribune.com / Received: 01/03/09 12:30:01 PM
Completion of the Scottsdale Museum of the West, which had been scheduled to coincide with the centennial celebration of Arizona statehood in 2012, will be delayed by up to a year because of the faltering economy, city officials say.
Firefighters battle Scottsdale apartment fire
Source: AZCentral.com / Received: 01/03/09 08:30:02 AM
Scottsdale fire crews battled a first-alarm blaze Saturday morning that officials say started in the attic of a three-story apartment.
Bread wreath almost too beautiful to eat
Source: AZCentral.com / Received: 01/03/09 07:45:05 AM
Just when you tuck away your holiday traditions for another year, out comes a surprise - this one from my own family.
Childhelp goes Hollywood for fundraiser
Source: AZCentral.com / Received: 01/03/09 07:45:04 AM
Hollywood Squares is coming to Scottsdale and a circle of celebrities will star in the one-time performance to honor Childhelp USA's 50th anniversary.
Scottsdale courts freezing New Yorkers
Source: EastValleyTribune.com / Received: 01/03/09 12:00:02 AM
Scottsdale hopes its recent ad campaign aimed at freezing New Yorkers pays off as it pushes a time to get out of the subzero cold and have some fun in the sun. The city’s convention and visitors bureau went full blast into Manhattan using a billboard commercial in Times Square.
Danica Patrick pays fine for speeding ticket
Source: EastValleyTribune.com / Received: 01/02/09 11:45:01 PM
Danica Patrick paid a $196 fine to settle a speeding ticket after the star race car driver was caught going 54 mph in a 35 mph zone last month.
Scottsdale briefs: Rail park's holiday lights ends today
Source: EastValleyTribune.com / Received: 01/02/09 06:15:02 PM
The annual holiday lights display at McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park ends today, with a final showing 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the park at the southeast corner of Scottsdale and Indian Bend roads.
Danica Patrick pays $196 to settle speeding ticket
Source: AZCentral.com / Received: 01/02/09 05:00:03 PM
Race car driver Danica Patrick paid a $196 fine Wednesday to take care of a ticket she received for speeding last month in north Scottsdale.
