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Scottsdale
Thursday, February 26th, 2026
Good morning, Scottsdale. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 26th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Singletons, a nonprofit supporting single-parent families battling cancer, is hosting its Philanthropic Foodies event on Saturday, March 7 at a private Paradise Valley home. The event will feature world-class chefs — including a James Beard Award winner — serving signature dishes with live music and mingling opportunities. Scottsdale Independent
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Daylight saving time will begin for the Navajo Nation on Sunday, March 8, while most of Arizona stays on standard time (staying aligned with Pacific time from March to November). Lawmakers are considering a bill to permanently end the bi-annual clock change. The Arizona Republic
- ➤ Scottsdale proposes a 4.5% water rate increase due to the Colorado River’s uncertainty. The City Council will consider options for new water sources on May 19 while Gilbert already approved a 25% hike effective April 1. ABC15 Arizona
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The 100 Club of Arizona is launching its firefighter cancer prevention campaign by donating five StormStick decontamination systems to Scottsdale Fire Department (aiming to protect firefighters from occupational cancer) and still needs seven more systems to cover every firetruck statewide. Scottsdale Independent
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Arizona renters may soon receive two months’ rent from a $1 million settlement announced by Attorney General Kris Mayes with Wiedner Property Management LLC to address price-fixing. Eligible tenants (from 2016 to now) can apply through nonprofit Wildfire, with half scheduled for Feb. 28 and the remainder in January 2027. ABC15 Arizona
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Arizona State men's basketball lost to TCU 90-78 on Feb. 24 at Schollmaier Arena in Texas following an earlier defeat by Baylor; the loss dropped their record to 14-14 and they will host Utah on Feb. 28 at 1:30 p.m. The Arizona Republic
- ➤ Four ASU football players (Tyson, Iheanachor, Abney, and Elliott) are set to boost their draft status at the NFL combine today in Indianapolis; the event runs until March 1 with drills and interviews scheduled. The Arizona Republic
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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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Spring Training: Rangers vs. Giants
6:05 AM – 3:05 PM — Scottsdale Stadium — Check for ticket prices — Catch the excitement of Cactus League Spring Training as the Rangers battle the Giants in Scottsdale.
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Cactus League Spring Training: Los Angeles Angels vs. San Francisco Giants
6:05 AM – 3:05 PM — Scottsdale Stadium — Check website for ticket pricing — Witness the excitement of the Angels taking on the Giants in a thrilling Spring Training matchup.
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