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Wednesday, January 21st, 2026
Good morning, Scottsdale. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 21st of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ In 2025, nearly 4,700 volunteers contributed 129,109 hours to support Scottsdale services, adding more than $4.3 million in community value. The Adopt-a-Road program and the Food Bank saw strong support while teen volunteers helped run programs at the public library. Arizona Digital Free Press
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Elementary students in SUSD honed entrepreneurial skills at the Youth Entrepreneur Market during Scottsdale’s Ultimate Playdate (free community event). The City partnered with Scottsdale Public Library to let fourth graders launch handmade products and gain a taste of real-world business. Scottsdale Independent
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ Credit Karma + TurboTax now offers a streamlined tax filing process with automated pre-fill data, document uploads, and accuracy checks for a maximum refund guarantee. Scottsdale residents can start filing today through their Credit Karma accounts to save time and reduce stress during tax season. The Arizona Republic
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Jan. 14, the Scottsdale Planning Commission approved Banner Health’s request for a continuance to address questions about water use, traffic, +(fire department needs) before City Council reviews the new hospital plan on 31 acres along Hayden Road near Loop 101, with more details expected later. Scottsdale Progress
- ➤ Scottsdale Police say it is illegal to flash high beams at other vehicles, because Arizona law requires dimming when following another car or meeting oncoming traffic (to help prevent glare that endangers road users). The Arizona Republic
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Jourdan Rolland Music Event
2-6 p.m. — Continental Golf Club — Free entry — Enjoy a lively mix of genres from this engaging Arizona musician.
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Scottsdale Book Festival
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM — Scottsdale Civic Center — Free entry — Experience a vibrant celebration of books and storytelling with over 200 authors and live entertainment.
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PVSchools Community 5K Fun Run/Walk
9:15-10:00 a.m. — Horizon HS Football Field — Registration fee — Participate in a fun-filled 5K to support the local community and promote fitness.
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The Barricade Boys: Broadway at the Movies
2-9:30 p.m. — Highlands Church — Check website for pricing — Experience a sensational musical journey through iconic films and movie musicals with The Barricade Boys.
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Live Music by James Mills at Culinary Dropout
6-9 p.m. — Culinary Dropout — Free entry — Enjoy indie pop tunes and tasty food in a laid-back Scottsdale setting.
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Coors Light Birds Nest with John Summit
3-5 p.m. — TPC Scottsdale — Tickets via Ticketmaster — Enjoy an exciting afternoon of music at the Coors Light Birds Nest featuring John Summit.
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Celebration of Fine Art 2026
10 AM – 6 PM — Scottsdale, AZ — $12 — Experience a vibrant living gallery with artists creating and connecting in real time.
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Celebration of Fine Art 2026
10 a.m. – 6 p.m. — Scottsdale Art Venue — $12 — Experience a vibrant showcase of creativity as artists create and engage in a living gallery.
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Live Music Night with People Who Could Fly
5-8 p.m. — Aloft Scottsdale — Enjoy cocktails and light fare — Experience the indie pop vibes of People Who Could Fly in a relaxed setting.
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Counterpoint: Conrad Tao & Caleb Teicher
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Pinnacle Presbyterian Church — Ticket Info Unavailable — Experience an evening of captivating music with acclaimed artist Conrad Tao and dancer Caleb Teicher.
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