May 2007
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A Stunning Story Sells A Sad Book
In her new book, Martha Raddatz tells the story of a pinned-down US platoon in Sadr City, Iraq. The tale of the 48-hour firefight is gut wrenching and horrifying as we learn about not only the loss of life on our side, but the twisted tale of kids being used as shields for a radical Muslim militia. I typically don’t read a lot of military/war books, but this book goes beyond just the simple...
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Cortland Coleman: Going to lunch. (via Twitter / Cortland Coleman)
Microsoft Breaks New Ground with Surface Computer
Microsoft may have just upped the ante for the first time in a long time. The Surface computer looks like an amazing piece of technology that could actually make using a computer fun and easy. When can I get one of these for the living room?
Princiotta Coin Collection Sold by Killer
The coin and memorabilia collection that served as the motive in the killing of 9/11 hero fireman Sal Princiotta by Jeff Bigham was sold by Bigham after the murder to a coin dealer in southern California. Bigham received nearly $20,000 for Sal’s collection, most of which is now untraceable because it was sold off in pieces. Bigham befriended the retired firefighter in Las Vegas earlier this...
Summer Wine Tasting in Scottsdale
Whether it’s the patio with a book and a bottle of whites, or the patio, the barbecue and a bottle of reds, you’ll be ready if you attend the wine tasting this Friday, June 1 at Cru Fine Wines in north Scottsdale. Join them for variety of whites wines for sipping on the patio and some great reds to enjoy with summer barbecue. Reservations are strongly encouraged.
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Couple's Yoga in Scottsdale
Yoga has been gaining ground in local gyms for several years. Now, couples can enjoy the relaxing, rejuvenating yoga exercises together in a session designed exclusively for couples in Scottsdale. Touch With Intention is sponsoring the workshop yoga sessions which seek to, “…teach couples the ABC’s of massage and increase their awareness of verbal and non-verbal cues,” said Jenn...
Artichokes Going to Final Four
The Scottsdale Community College men’s baseball team, the Artichokes, are heading to the college baseball final four in Tennessee. The ‘Chokes need to win two games in a row in order to make a run for the championship.
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Sal Princiotta Murder Motive Announced
Scottsdale police announced that the robbery of Sal Princiotta’s coin collection served as the motive for his murder. Sal’s family confirmed that the retired firefighter was associating with a man by the name of Jeff who sold Sal a safe. Jeff - Jeffrey Bigham, a 56-year old part-time Arizona resident - killed Sal on May 1 in an incident involving the safe and a coin and memorabilia...
Cortland Coleman: Filling eBay orders. (via Twitter / Cortland Coleman)
Cortland Coleman: at the park with the family (via Twitter / Cortland Coleman)
Where 2.0 Points the Way
Geography and location are huge on the web. With the ubiquity of mobile devices, localized information is becoming even more vital to the daily lives of individuals. Startups, investors and users are flocking to hyper-localized content. But who are the up-and-coming players, and how will the data be meaningfully sliced, diced and delivered in the next few years? Where 2.0 will be a great indicator...
Scottsdale DUI Checkpoint Nabs 20 Drunk Drivers
The Insider warned Scottsdale party-goers that there would be a DUI checkpoint setup in the Thomas and Scottsdale roads area. Many people got the message. Unfortunately, about 20 people did not heed my warning, got busted for DUI and are trying to figure out how they will keep their car, job and house without a driver’s license. Good luck to y’all - next time check with Insider before...
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Sal Princiotta's Coin Collection Missing from...
The coin collection belonging to murdered 9/11 firefighter Sal Princiotta is missing from the hero’s Scottsdale condo. Princiotta’s murderer killed himself in California on Friday and now clues and motives are beginning to fall into place. It’s believed that Sal had previous dealings in Scottsdale with the man who would ultimately murder the retired firefighter and avid...
Cortland Coleman: Posting used books on eBay. (via Twitter / Cortland Coleman)
PETA Awards Scottsdale Business
Scottsdale dry cleaner Monte Carlo Cleaners recently received the Compassionate Business award from PETA. Business owner Mark Mayes states that he will not accept fur, wool or rabbit for dry cleaning. Anyone wishing to have non-animal items cleaned by Monte Carlo can get there by checking this map. (via The Scottsdale Insider)
Cortland Coleman: Prepping for 3-mile run. (via Twitter / Cortland Coleman)
National Trails Days Event at Pinnacle Peak
In honor of National Trails Day, Pinnacle Peak Park is hosting an event on Saturday, June 2 at 6:30 a.m. In conjunction with Scottsdale Healthcare, the park has invited special guest speaker Dr. Jennifer Burke who will discuss heat stress and how it affects the body. The talk will be followed by a guided, sunrise hike along the park trail. Water, trail mix and fruit will be provided to...
Fetish Promo Fretting Continues
The freaks will literally be out tonight as the Fetish Prom comes to downtown Scottsdale. City leaders are howling - and not with delight. Concerned over the supposed message that is sent when such events take place in Scottsdale, several city council members are railing against the kinky party. As usual, their concerns and priorities are off base. This is a niche event for a niche crowd, similar...
Sal Princiotta's Killer Shoots Self
The main suspect in the murder of 9/11 hero Sal Princiotta killed himself yesterday in California as police were closing in. After fleeing on foot in San Bernadino, the murderer took the coward’s way out and shot himself in the head. Princiotta’s dealings with the man are murky, but the suspect apparently sold Sal a safe and may have had significant previous contact with the the...
Scottsdale vs. Glendale? No Contest.
AZCentral has a rather silly but fun head-to-head going on: Scottsdale vs. Glendale. The Insider’s allegiance is obvious; and seriously, if you want to have a fun night out on the town, a fantastic meal or world-class shopping, then you better head to Scottsdale. The “story’s” authors point out that Glendale’s stock is rising, with Jordin Sparks and the Super Bowl...
Fetish Prom Comes to Scottsdale Tomorrow
The Fetish Prom will make its annual romp through Scottsdale on Saturday night at the Venue of Scottsdale downtown. Boots, chains and whips will be in abundance and on display in the West’s Most Western Town. Where are those dozens of women who were so upset recently over the Lingerie Bowl? Wait until they get a look at the Fetish Prom! (via The Scottsdale Insider)
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More Scottsdale Cops Carrying Tasers
Think twice before acting up in Scottsdale. The local police department just ordered a slew of new tasers. The electro-shock guns have been a controversial part of police actions for several years. Critics be damned as the Scottsdale Police Department plans to be put a taser in the hand of nearly every uniformed cop, bringing the departments taser tally to 425 - enough to take down even a large...
Sal Princiotta's Body Back in New York
Hero firefighter Sal Princiotta made it out of 9/11 alive - a miracle considering his firehouse, less than a mile from World Trade Center, lost nearly a dozen men in the terrorist attack. Unfortunately, Princiotta couldn’t make it out of Scottsdale. After relocating here, Sal settled comfortably into a Scottsdale condo where he would ultimately be found murdered. His body, transported in a...
Teen Sexual Assualt Victim's Family Suing Business
The family of a 14-year old girl sexually assaulted at Saguaro High School is suing the janitorial company responsible for hiring Roberto Lemus-Retana, the illegal immigrant charged in the crime. Retana’s trial is currently underway with the alleged attacker claiming that the sex was consensual because the freshman student needed money. (via The Scottsdale Insider)
Drunk Driving Checkpoint Coming to Scottsdale This...
If you absolutely must be a bad citizen and drive drunk this weekend, then you may want to avoid the Scottsdale and Thomas roads area. Police will be setting up camp there over the holiday weekend in order to snag drunk drivers. If past year’s lessons are to be learned, there will be plenty of drunk drivers to keep Scottsdale police busy. (via The Scottsdale Insider)
Scottsdale Tribune No More?
The East Valley Tribune puts out a local Scottsdale edition known as the the Scottsdale Tribune. Rumors are surfacing that the paper may be jettisoned from the Tribune mother ship in favor of sending the standard East Valley Tribune. to all subscribers The difference is minimal. The papers are nearly identical, with the Scottsdale edition offering only a few local stories to differentiate itself...
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Wine & Jazz Friday Night in Scottsdale
Here’s a great event for Friday night: an evening of wine and jazz at The Wine List in north Scottsdale. There is no cover fee, and music will be provided by Laura Fial and John Shea. Don’t miss it. (via The Scottsdale Insider)
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9/11 NYFD Firefighter Killed in Scottsdale
New York City firefighter Sal Princiotta, a true 9/11 hero, was recently murdered in his Scottsdale apartment. Princiotta fell ill after working at ground zero in the weeks following that horrific September morning when he lost eleven men in his firehouse including his uncle. Sal’s brother, Joe, states that the Scottsdale police never informed him that his brother’s death was due to...
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Cortland Coleman: Having lunch with a friend at the Bamboo Club (via Twitter / Cortland Coleman)
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Now, the federal government is proposing to designate two national corridors for high-voltage power lines to improve reliability and relieve bottlenecks on the power grid, a prospect that could make it easier to design and build new transmission lines — (via del.icio.us/colemanaz)
Scottsdale Exotic Car Club Video
The club shot a short video of some amazing cars during their lunch at Jilly’s.
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Freshman Girl Didn't Flee Attacker
A 14-year old Saguaro freshman who was sexually assaulted by a janitor was in too much fear to attempt to escape the horrible situation in which she found herself. Paralyzed by fear and unsure of what would happen next, the young victim succumbed to her attacker. The scariness continued in court when defense attorney actually accused the young girl of propositioning the janitor because she...
Sultry Dogs Hits Scottsdale
Following on the heals of Pink Taco, another dripping-with-sexual-innuendo restaurant has opened in Scottsdale. Sultry Dogs is a late night hot dog shack with sexy women dishing out the wieners with names such as “The Threesome” and “Bareback.” Be sure to hit up the Sultry Dogs next time you’re in the mood for some a late-night hot dog action in downtown Scottsdale....
Matt Leinart Throws 24th Birthday Party in...
Arizona Cardinals quarterback Matt Leinart threw his 24th birthday party last weekend in Scottsdale at the downtown club, Axis-Radius. It was a star-studded affair that included a healthy dose of Hollywood and sports celebrities including nearly all of the Phoenix Suns’ starting lineup. Apparently a VIP room was not VIP enough for Leinart who insisted on a room within the VIP room - a VVIP...
Cortland Coleman: Getting ready for work after 3-mile run. (via Twitter / Cortland Coleman)
Cortland Coleman: Trumba is an extremely impressive calendar solution for the enterprise, (via Twitter / Cortland Coleman)
Grand Canyon Photos Now Online
A few photos from our weekend trip to the Grand Canyon are online. Grand Canyon is one of the most amazing places on earth. We only saw it from the rim but we can’t wait to return and see it from the river.
Cortland Coleman: Home from weekend at Grand Canyon - utterly amazing! (via Twitter / Cortland Coleman)
Cortland Coleman: leaving for Grand Canyon with wife and son (via Twitter / Cortland Coleman)