Good morning, Scottsdale.

At the WM Phoenix Open in Scottsdale, Novel Ice Cream is selling a bright green scoop called WMPO Green Dream that donates 20% of sales to nonprofits providing hunger relief and sustainability support.

The limited-edition treat turns a golf event into community aid.

Saturn and the waxing-crescent moon appeared close together in the early night sky on Friday, Jan.

23 after sunset. Stargazers in Scottsdale saw the rare conjunction but some reported cloudy weather may have limited the view.

Scottsdale resident Jude C.

Sietsema was named to the fall 2025 dean’s list at Iowa State University after earning a 3.5 GPA while pursuing a bachelor’s of fine art in graphic design.

Valley homeowners are facing longer waits as local properties now take a median of 70 days to sell, with some areas waiting over 100 days.

Home prices have dropped by about 4% while mortgage rates remain above 6%, impacting buyer demand.

Empire Group of Cos., a Scottsdale-based developer, will break ground next month on The Whitney, a 24-story apartment tower near the Phoenix Art Museum; the project will include 328 apartment units and 314,000 sqft of retail space (Brinkmann is the general contractor).

Arizona Diamondbacks players were named on MLB Network's Top 100 for 2026, with outfielder Corbin Carroll leaping to No. 9 (from No. 32 last season) and Ketel Marte and Geraldo Perdomo also ranking.

After Sam Leavitt left for LSU, Arizona State is preparing for its spring football season by lining up experienced quarterbacks.

Coach Kenny Dillingham has added Cutter Boley + senior Mikey Keene, both with Division I experience, to compete for the starting role.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Cristela Alonzo Stand-Up Show

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Virginia G. Piper Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience the sharp wit and charm of powerhouse comedian Cristela Alonzo in her latest stand-up tour.

Celebration of Fine Art 2026

10 a.m. – 6 p.m. — Scottsdale, AZ — $12 — Experience a vibrant community of artists creating and connecting in real-time in a creative sanctuary.