Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 21st of April.
Good morning, Scottsdale.
🏘️ Community
Scottsdale's McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park will add a 5,000‐square‐foot splashpad and an indoor playground in a new 10,000‐square‐foot building this summer as part of its 50th anniversary.
The park will also open a new entry plaza with seating, public art, and restrooms — part of a $13.1 million project approved by voters in 2019.
🏛️ Government
On April 17, Jaime Kelley cared for her sick daughter and worked at the Capitol in Phoenix to save the Parents as Paid Caregivers program that helps families like hers.
Evelyn, 12, received long daily treatments at home and went to her co-op at Desert Bible Church in Glendale.
Scottsdale’s Budget Review Commission will share its recommendations tomorrow, April 22, after nine meetings on the 2025-26 city budget that cuts overall spending by 3.8% while raising operating funds by 6.5%.
The panel suggested ideas like pausing some taxes and reviewing overtime costs—steps aimed at saving money.
📰 Lifestyle
Local style experts say tropical looks from The White Lotus Season 3 offer Scottsdale residents new options for resort-ready outfits with flowy dresses, light skirts and bright accessories.
The trend—highlighting outfits for pool time, strolls and dinners—builds on ideas from the show's Thailand setting.
🏈 Sports
Scottsdale will host the National Reined Cow Horse Association Kimes Ranch Derby at WestWorld from May 28 to June 7—an 11-day event free and open to the public.
The competition will feature herd work with cattle cutting, rein work like figure skating on horseback, and fast-paced fence work along with a vendor market of western goods.
🎉 Scottsdale Events
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Scottsdale Fair and Festival
11:59 p.m. – 1:29 a.m. — WestWorld of Scottsdale — Youth $8.99, Adult $13-64, Senior $8.99 — Experience thrilling rides, delicious fair food, and fun games for the whole family.
The Wailers Live Performance
8:00-9:30 p.m. — Showroom at Talking Stick Resort — Check venue for pricing — Experience the legendary Wailers and their culture-defining music.
Scottsdale Fair and Festival
11:59 p.m. — Scottsdale Fair & Festival — Youth $8.99 | Adult $13-64 | Senior $8.99 — Enjoy thrilling rides and delicious fair food for the entire family.
Arizona Construction Lien Law Seminar
11:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. — Scottsdale Public Library - Mustang Library — Refund policy available — Learn essential construction lien laws to protect your projects in Arizona.
One-Day Fascial Release Workshop
9 a.m.-4 p.m. — Eagles Community Center — Check event details for cost — Discover hands-on techniques for fascia healing in this engaging workshop.
Scottsdale Networking Event
12-1 p.m. — Babbo Italian Eatery — $25 drop-in fee for guests — Build powerful connections and elevate your business within a supportive community.
Mommy Dentists in Business Practice Transitions Event
9:15 a.m. — Fairmont Scottsdale Princess — Registration fee required — Network with fellow mommy dentists and explore practice transition options.
Aloft Live! with Paul Wells
5-8 p.m. — Aloft Scottsdale — No cover charge — Enjoy cocktails and light fare while listening to live music by Paul Wells.
Arizona Grand Championships Dance Competition & Social Dancing
8 a.m. – 11 p.m. — Hilton Scottsdale Resort & Villas — Check event page for pricing — Experience a weekend filled with social dancing and professional performances from top dancers across the country.
Sound Healing Session
7:30-9 p.m. — ASU Kerr — Cost info not provided — Experience deep meditative soundscapes designed to foster joy and awareness.
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