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Scottsdale
Tuesday, March 17th, 2026
Good morning, Scottsdale. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 17th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Scottsdale-based Babbo Italian Eatery raised $169,255 during its fifth annual Baseball for Babbo Day of Giving by donating profits from seven Phoenix-area locations to the Seena Magowitz Foundation for pancreatic cancer research & received up to $50,000 in matching pledges from the Pollack family and Roger E. Magowitz. Scottsdale Independent
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Scottsdale-based entrepreneur Andrew Walker will open the first Potbelly Sandwich Works shop in 2027 as part of a five-store franchise deal serving Scottsdale, Mesa, and nearby communities. He operates the chain through Happy Mountain Eats LLC (his restaurant development firm) and is securing high-visibility real estate partnerships. Scottsdale Independent
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Native artist Cara Romero will exhibit her fine art photography during Scottsdale Art Week events later this month in Scottsdale. Local art enthusiasts can look forward to discovering her innovative work that blends tradition with a modern vision. The Arizona Republic
- ➤ After over 10 weeks, the 22nd annual Arizona Fine Art Expo will close for the season on Sunday, March 29. The event runs daily from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. under festive white tents at 26540 N. Scottsdale Road (southwest corner next to MacDonald’s Ranch). Scottsdale Independent
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A group of Apache women is asking the U.S. Supreme Court to intervene after federal forest land was transferred to Resolution Copper last Friday. The project will mine a major copper deposit near Oak Flat + could disrupt longstanding Native religious traditions. Scottsdale Independent
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ HonorHealth performed its first joint replacement surgery using Stryker’s new Mako RPS handheld robotics technology on Jan. 13 at Sonoran Crossing Medical Center. The procedure (one of over 55 to date) supports a shift towards more precise and personalized care. Arizona Digital Free Press
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Triple-digit heat will force changes in MLB spring training as at least 10 Cactus League games between Wednesday and Friday will start after 6 p.m. while the Glendale game moves to an 11 a.m. start on Saturday (ballparks ensure fan hydration measures) as temperatures near 106 degrees. Scottsdale Independent
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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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Live Music with PhilosoRaptors
7-10 p.m. — BLVD Kitchen & Bar — Free entry — Enjoy a groovy cover band playing rock, pop, country, and funk hits from the 60s to today.
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Live Music with SIDE PEACE AZ
7-10 p.m. — BLVD Kitchen & Bar — Free entry — Enjoy rock n' roll and pop hits in the vibrant atmosphere of Scottsdale's Old Town.
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Opera Salon at Avery Lane
2-4 p.m. — Avery Lane — $50 — Experience a cozy afternoon of opera in a stunning Scottsdale showroom.
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Keyboard Conversations - Music of Joy and Peace
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Virginia G. Piper Theater — Ticket prices may vary — Delight in an evening of uplifting musical masterpieces from Bach to Gershwin.
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Aloft Live! Featuring Emily Ortego
5-8 p.m. — Aloft Scottsdale — Free entry — Experience live music from rising star Emily Ortego while enjoying cocktails and light fare in a laid-back setting.
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HonorHealth Tour de Scottsdale
7 AM – 10 PM — WestWorld of Scottsdale — Registration fee required — Experience scenic and challenging routes that will test the limits of every cyclist.
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Jacob Jonas Dance Company
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Virginia G. Piper Theater — Cost info unavailable — Experience captivating cinematic dance presented in a new work commissioned by Scottsdale Arts.
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Phoenix Magic Club: An Afternoon of Magic
3-6 p.m. — ASU Kerr — Family-friendly — Experience a captivating afternoon filled with live magic performances by talented members of the Phoenix Magic Club.
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