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Scottsdale
Sunday, February 22nd, 2026
Good morning, Scottsdale. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 22nd of February.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Scottsdale residents may soon use eSIM technology for mobile plans that activate digitally — offering more convenience for frequent travelers and remote workers. Consumers can manage multiple profiles and skip physical SIM cards as more devices support the upgrade. Arizona Digital Free Press
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art will open its exhibition Mark + Making on Mar. 21 as it spotlights artworks from its permanent collection that use mark-making to shape form and ideas. Curated by assistant curator Keshia Turley, the show features diverse drawings, paintings and sculptures. Arizona Digital Free Press
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ State officials and the Salt River Wild Horse Management Group announced a plan to cut the wild horse herd from 274 to 120 by relocating about 25 horses annually using fertility control and transfers to vetted sanctuaries along the lower Salt River and Tonto National Forest. KJZZ
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Scottsdale home sales dropped 7.2% in January compared to last year, and pending sales fell 41.4% while closed sales rose 0.6% statewide (according to Scottsdale REALTORS). Scottsdale Independent
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ ASU’s women’s basketball coach Molly Miller said former Tennessee guard Ruby Whitehorn (dismissed last November) joined the program on Feb. 21 and will not play until next season. Miller sees the transfer as a key mentorship opportunity as the team adds needed guard depth. The Arizona Republic
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Aloft Live! featuring Gretch
5-8 p.m. — Aloft Scottsdale — Free entry — Enjoy a night of live music with versatile singer-songwriter Gretch, blending classic rock, indie, and Spanish flavors.
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Steve Barton Art Exhibition
11 a.m. – 4 p.m. — DeRubeis Fine Art of Metal — Booking required for one-on-one sessions — Discover Steve Barton's latest creations and engage in personalized artistic discussions.
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Live Music Featuring Random Jam
7-10 p.m. — BLVD Kitchen & Bar — Free entry — Enjoy a night of live music in the heart of Scottsdale's Old Town.
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Emo Picnic
12:30-3 a.m. — Civic Center Mall — Free entry — Experience live acoustic emo covers and food vendors in a nostalgic atmosphere.
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Arizona Diamondbacks vs. Cleveland Guardians
6:10 AM — Salt River Fields at Talking Stick — Check event pricing — CBS Sports covers the MLB matchup with live scoring and expert insights.
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Colorado Rockies vs. Los Angeles Dodgers
1:10-3:10 p.m. — Salt River Fields at Talking Stick — Cost not specified — Catch the MLB action live as the Rockies face off against the Dodgers.
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37th Annual Family Medicine and Internal Medicine Update
7:00 AM – 12:45 PM — DoubleTree Resort by Hilton Hotel Paradise Valley - Scottsdale — Cost information not provided — Comprehensive CME course featuring renowned experts in family and internal medicine.
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Jay Sánchez Live Music Event
5-9 p.m. — Aloft Scottsdale — Cocktails available — Enjoy live music with 90's hits in a laid-back atmosphere.
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Parada Del Sol Rodeo
7-10 p.m. — WestWorld of Scottsdale — Digital tickets available — Experience the thrilling action of the PRCA-sanctioned rodeo in the heart of the Wild West.
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Live Music at BLVD Kitchen and Bar with Savage 3
Evening — BLVD Kitchen and Bar — Check website for details — Experience high-energy live music in a stylish atmosphere with craft cocktails and shareable bites.
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