Good morning, Scottsdale.

Spring training fans parking at an HonorHealth lot near Scottsdale Stadium help fund scholarships for future healthcare professionals.

In 2025, $66,000 was awarded to 13 students at the southwest corner of 2nd Street and Drinkwater (a longtime volunteer noted the lasting impact).

Phoenix Film Festival returns for its 26th edition to bring filmmakers and movie lovers together at Harkins Scottsdale 101 from Thu, Apr.

9 through Sun, Apr. 19. The 11-day event will feature over 250 films plus seminars, parties - and workshops for more than 15,000 attendees.

Alexandra Bradberry opened Sparkle Bar in Old Town Scottsdale in 2015 to offer tailored makeup services for all skin tones; her business now serves a loyal clientele with about 66% returning for special events (celebrating each person’s individuality).

Salt River Project announced Tuesday a plan to lower residential power bills by about 3% this summer (saving customers around $5.57 per month from May through October).

The Tempe-based utility will have its board vote on the proposal on March 26.

Scottsdale City Council approved a contract with Vincere Physicians Groups for $400,000 per year to provide cancer screening for firefighters, including $2,500 whole-body MRI scans for those 35 and older and $950 Galleri multi-cancer blood tests.

The agreement aims to reduce long-term cancer risks from toxic exposures.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Neko Case Live Performance

7:30-9 p.m. — Virginia G. Piper Theater — Cost Info TBD — Experience the music of Neko Case, a potent voice with a unique blend of indie-rock and country-noir.

Arizona Diamondbacks vs. Athletics Game

6:10 a.m. — Salt River Fields at Talking Stick — Free trial available — Catch the exciting showdown between the Athletics and the Diamondbacks live.

Spring Training: Chicago White Sox vs. San Francisco Giants

11:05 AM – 6:35 PM — Scottsdale Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Watch the White Sox take on the Giants in an exciting Cactus League Spring Training matchup.

Cactus Reining Classic

8 AM – 12 AM — Monterra at WestWorld — Cash prizes for competitors — Experience over 30 western and reining competitions, including the famed Run for a Million.

Live Music Featuring Rio Grande

7-10 p.m. — BLVD Kitchen & Bar — Free entry — Dance to Funk, Disco, and 90's Hip Hop in the heart of Old Town Scottsdale.

Sarga Bodywork Workshop

March 16-19 — MasPaz Massage, LLC — Tuition fees apply — Learn the art of Sarga Bodywork through an engaging hands-on experience.