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Friday, April 24th, 2026
Good morning, Scottsdale. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 24th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Scottsdale-based barbecue competitor Sterling Smith hosted a brisket class for 20 ASU Pat Tillman Veteran Center participants today, teaching meat prep and smoker selection with his award-winning recipes and sharing passion born from his Navy service. Scottsdale Independent
- ➤ Cogir Senior Living is inviting a senior influencer to live rent free in a Scottsdale community for a one month Granfluencer Program starting in May. Applicants must be 65 or older and live independently while documenting daily life with residents. The Arizona Republic
- ➤ Nearly 4,700 volunteers logged over 129,000 hours in fiscal year 2024/25 for Scottsdale programs—from libraries to the McDowell Sonoran Preserve—and the city valued that work at $4.35 million (based on volunteer time calculations). Scottsdale Independent
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Scottsdale Airport has earned a new national ranking of No. 8 in business jet travel after nearly 54,000 take-offs and landings were recorded from March 2025 through February this year — airport planning coordinator Kelli Kuester said the data reflect increased corporate aviation activity. ABC15 Arizona
- ➤ Cielito’s is now open atop the AC Hotel Scottsdale Old Town at 7117 E. Third Ave, seating 50 and offering shareable northwestern Mexican dishes including rabbit and rattlesnake in mezcal cream (with views of Camelback Mountain and the Old Town skyline). Scottsdale Independent
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Scottsdale will host its inaugural Juneteenth celebration with a Freedom Festival on June 13 at the Civic Center area and a Faith & Family Freedom Awards Breakfast on June 19 at the Performing Arts Center to honor community resilience. Organizers aim to raise $200,000 for the events and youth leadership. Scottsdale Progress
- ➤ Scottsdale Seniors Services hosted its 23rd annual Entertainment Extravaganza at the Scottsdale Center for Performing Arts on Wednesday afternoon, where seniors performed songs, dances, and comedy to show that talent has no age limit. Marilyn Kohler, 97, said performing helps her reinvent herself and stay energized. ABC15 Arizona
- ➤ On March 26, nearly 90 students from local schools were honored at the Cactus Shadows High School Fine Arts Center during the Sonoran Arts League Celebration of Art, which featured the prestigious Jeff Cross Bronze Bell Award given to senior Eleanor (Elly) Rice for her charcoal drawing. The event, sponsored by local educational and arts groups, celebrated the students’ creative achievements. City Sun Times
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A dry winter is visibly impacting SRP’s reservoirs, and water managers plan to use underground supplies to serve over 2.5 million residents; final spring runoff figures will be released by the end of May (Roosevelt Lake is below 50% capacity) to guide future operations. ABC15 Arizona
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The U.S. government reclassified state-licensed medical marijuana as a less dangerous drug, meaning local dispensaries can claim tax deductions and may lower costs for consumers. Cannabis Business Advisors said the change boosts business confidence for Scottsdale operators. KJZZ
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Homegrown - An Arizona Choreographer Showcase
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Virginia G. Piper Theater — Check event page for ticket prices — Experience vibrant creativity and innovative choreography from Arizona's talented artists.
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Third Day 30th Anniversary Tour
7:00 – 8:30 PM — Desert Diamond Arena — Tickets available — Celebrate the iconic band Third Day as they reunite for their 30th Anniversary Tour with special guest Zach Williams.
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Music Theatre Solo Cabarets - Night 1
7:30-10:30 p.m. — ASU Kerr — Tickets required — Enjoy entertaining songs and stories presented by ASU Music Theatre Performance students.
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Cygnill Live Music Event
5-8 p.m. — Aloft Scottsdale — Cocktails and light fare — Enjoy an evening of diverse acoustic music with reggae, pop, rock, and country hits.
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Music Theatre Solo Cabarets - Night 3
7:30-10:30 p.m. — ASU Kerr — Ticketed event — An evening of songs and stories presented by ASU Music Theatre students with a personal touch.
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The Long Run - A Tribute to The Eagles
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Casino Arizona — Ticket prices vary — Experience the hits of the Eagles performed live by The Long Run tribute band.
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Eric Johnson Live Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — Showroom at Talking Stick Resort — Ticket prices vary — Experience the musical talent of guitarist Eric Johnson in an intimate setting.
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Danika's Acoustic Music Performance
5-9 p.m. — Aloft Scottsdale — Cocktails & light fare available — Enjoy a relaxing evening with live acoustic music at a laid-back bar.
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2026 AEC Development Day
7:30 AM - 3:30 PM — Sneaky Big — Free parking — Explore insights from industry experts on growth and innovation for AEC professionals.
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Courts of Courage Pickleball Tournament
10 AM - 4 PM — The Picklr Scottsdale North — Support local pediatric cancer — Experience fun and fierce competition in this annual pickleball event.
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