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Thursday, February 5th, 2026
Good morning, Scottsdale. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 5th of February.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Arizona Sports Medicine Center is building a 34,000 sqft flagship facility in Scottsdale at Sierra Bloom (a 43-acre campus) where providers will continue seeing patients during construction. The project began in October, with a topping-out celebration planned for March and completion expected in the third quarter. Arizona Digital Free Press
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Ash Wednesday is set for Feb. 18 as it marks the start of Lent for Catholics attending local churches to receive ashes and observe fasting. The ashes are made from blessed palms and serve as a sign of humility and renewal. The Arizona Republic
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Seventh grader Camden Hernandez (from Desert Canyon Middle School) won the SUSD Spelling Bee Championship by outlasting 23 competitors. His win earns him a spot at the regional bee on Feb. 9, where he will face five other district students. Scottsdale Independent
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Scottsdale now bans riders under 16 from using Class 3 e-bikes on city property + sellers must post clear age restrictions. Other Valley cities are adjusting rules amid rising teen citations and injuries, and experts call for training courses to help families use e-bikes safely. Arizona Digital Free Press
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Tickets are on sale for the WM Phoenix Open at TPC Scottsdale where top golfers will compete from today through Sunday. Buyers have general admission or premium Hole 16 Skybox options, with Thursday tickets starting at $98 and higher-tier offerings available later in the week. The Arizona Republic
- ➤ The Winter Olympics 2026 in Italy begin on Friday, Feb. 6 with events like skiing, snowboarding, and hockey at Milano San Siro Olympic Stadium. NBC and Peacock will air the games while two Phoenix athletes (Auston Matthews and Tage Thompson) join a team of 232 U.S. competitors. The Arizona Republic
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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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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.
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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.
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Patti LuPone Concert
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Highlands Church — Celebrate 25 years of ‘Matters of the Heart’ with electrifying love songs performed by three-time Tony Award winner Patti LuPone.
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Aloft Live! Music Event Featuring Cygnill
5-8 p.m. — Aloft Scottsdale — Free entry — Enjoy an eclectic mix of reggae, pop, and rock tunes in a relaxed atmosphere.
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Live Music with Jourdan Rolland
2-5 p.m. — Continental Golf Club — Free entry — Enjoy a diverse set of live music from Jourdan Rolland in the heart of Scottsdale.
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