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Scottsdale
Thursday, April 2nd, 2026
Good morning, Scottsdale. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 2nd of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Wednesday night, about 200 Salt River Pima-Maricopa community members gathered on a high school football field to light candles for Passion Schurz, a 28-year-old woman whose body was recovered from a Scottsdale canal last Saturday; they shared memories and rallied to support her grieving family + children. ABC15 Arizona
- ➤ Scottsdale REALTORS will host its fifth annual Fair Housing Symposium on April 28. Dr. Stephen Berrey (associate professor at the University of Michigan and director of the Sundown Towns Project) will deliver the keynote and discuss how historic exclusion affects welcoming communities. Scottsdale Independent
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ AAA reported that as of March 31, 2026, Arizona’s regular gasoline averaged $4.682 per gallon, near the June 2022 record when prices reached $5.388 statewide & $5.726 in Scottsdale. Supply disruptions after a shutdown in the Strait of Hormuz have kept fuel costs high. The Arizona Republic
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Diamondbacks third baseman José Fernandez hit two home runs in his major league debut on Tuesday night, helping lift the team to a 7-5 win over the Tigers. He became only the seventh player since 1900 to record two homers in his first game. Scottsdale Independent
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People Who Could Fly Concert
6-10 p.m. — Boondocks Patio & Grill Scottsdale — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of indie pop music with local band People Who Could Fly and great pub grub.
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Scottsdale Jazz Festival Premiere Party
6-10 p.m. — The Westin Kierland Resort & Spa — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate Jazz Appreciation Month with live performances, a New Orleans-inspired buffet, and community support.
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Easter Brunch Celebration
Sunday, Apr 5th — JW Marriott Scottsdale Camelback Inn Resort & Spa — $189.00 per Adult | $79.00 per Child — Celebrate Easter with a luxurious brunch experience in a beautiful setting.
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The One Thing Networking Experience
4:30-6:30 p.m. — Pour Decisions Patio & Kitchen — Free entry — Connect with like-minded entrepreneurs in a space designed for authentic conversations and meaningful connections.
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Arizona Bike Week Kickoff
3:30 AM – 11:30 PM — WestWorld of Scottsdale — Ticket info may vary — Kick off AZ Bike Week with ZNORA opening for Black Stone Cherry!
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Real Estate Investing Group Meetup
5:30-8 p.m. — Blue Coyote Cantina — Free entry — Network with fellow investors and entrepreneurs at this monthly social gathering.
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Panda Fest 2026
7-10 p.m. — Salt River Fields at Talking Stick — $10 early bird, $15 general admission, $35 VIP — Experience the flavors and culture of Asia with food vendors, performances, and fun panda-themed attractions.
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Boutique Design Match - Scottsdale 2026
April 13th-15th — The Scott Resort & Spa — Registration required — Discover cutting-edge products and networking opportunities in hospitality design.
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ASU Kerr Tuesday Morning Music & Tea
10:30 a.m. — ASU Kerr — Tea service starts at 9:30 a.m. — Enjoy soothing music along with a delightful tea service in a scenic Scottsdale setting.
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Live Music with People Who Could Fly
5-9 p.m. — Aloft Scottsdale — Check with venue — Enjoy a night of indie pop tunes from the talented band with a nostalgic twist.
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