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Scottsdale
Saturday, March 7th, 2026
Good morning, Scottsdale. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 7th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Valley organizations (Honoring America's Veterans, Project Valor, The Patriot Dog Training Behavioral Academy and the Phoenix Legacy Foundation) have partnered to offer a highly trained service dog to a deserving veteran with applications closing on March 14. ABC15 Arizona
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Arizona's escaramuza tradition thrives with a record 10 teams now federated statewide. Gabriela Lugo, a champion overcoming early setbacks, trains and competes nationally, fueling pride and cultural identity among local riders. The Arizona Republic
- ➤ Arizona Bike Week will return to Scottsdale this spring from Wednesday, April 8 to Sunday, April 12 at WestWorld and the HellRacer Dome. The event features races, stunt shows, flat track contests and concerts (including electric unicycle racing) for riders and fans. Arizona Digital Free Press
- ➤ Metro Phoenix classic restaurants showcase enduring favorites including Scottsdale’s Andreoli Italian Grocer (featuring hearty Italian dishes), Frank’s New York Style Deli, Fry Bread House, Harvey’s Wineburger, Los Dos Molinos, and Mrs. White’s Golden Rule Café with its soul food legacy. They represent decades of culinary tradition in our region. The Arizona Republic
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Gas prices have risen after global oil supply issues from the Iran conflict affected Phoenix, and local drivers could soon feel the pinch. AAA advises saving fuel with measures—like slowing down and checking tire pressure—to manage rising costs. KJZZ
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday, April 18, Desert Ridge Marketplace will host the Scottsdale Children’s Business Fair from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. where kids can showcase their ideas at one of up to 50 booths; applicants must bring their own table setup and pay an extra $10 for electricity. Scottsdale Independent
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Scottsdale City Council approved a new program to provide early cancer screening for firefighters. The program will use advanced tests — whole-body MRI, lung CT scans, blood tests, and skin exams — to help detect cancer sooner than traditional methods. Scottsdale Independent
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Sarga Bodywork Workshop
March 16-19 — MasPaz Massage, LLC — Tuition fees apply — Learn the art of Sarga Bodywork through an engaging hands-on experience.
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Live Music with Russell Alan
6-9 p.m. — Courtyard by Marriott Scottsdale North — Craft cocktails available — Unwind with a versatile performance by local musician Russell Alan in an upgraded outdoor bar setting.
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Aloft Live! featuring Chris Yak Acoustic
5-8 p.m. — Aloft Scottsdale — No cover charge — Enjoy laid-back acoustic tunes in a vibrant Scottsdale bar setting.
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Live Music Featuring Jourdan Rolland
2-5 p.m. — Continental Golf Club — Free entry — Enjoy an upbeat family-friendly set featuring a mix of Country, Rock, Pop, and Reggae.
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