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Friday, May 8th, 2026
Good morning, Scottsdale. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 8th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Families can beat the rising heat by visiting free splash pads across metro Phoenix, including Pima Park at 8600 E. Thomas Road in Scottsdale (open from sunrise to 10:30 p.m.). Check park hours to plan your cooling visit today. The Arizona Republic
- ➤ The Arizona Association of REALTORS donated $29,000 to the Arizona Housing Fund with $14,000 from the Homes for All specialty license plate program, and the funds will support affordable housing initiatives for over 13,000 people experiencing homelessness in Arizona. Arizona Digital Free Press
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Yesterday, Gov. Katie Hobbs ordered flags on state buildings to be lowered from sunrise to sunset to honor retired Maj. Gen. Glen W. (Bill) Van Dyke. He died April 24 at 86 after decades of service as Arizona’s adjutant general and emergency affairs director. KTAR
- ➤ The City of Scottsdale report shows a 5% rise in daily traffic volumes between 2022 and 2024 accompanied by a drop in total collisions from 3,905 to 3,629 and a decline in traffic fatalities from 30 to 22. Mayor Lisa Borowsky said data and collaboration have helped improve street safety. Scottsdale Independent
- ➤ State transportation officials announced that parts of SR 51, I-17 and Loop 101 will be closed or restricted from today until Monday, May 11 for pavement improvements — northbound SR 51 will be closed between Northern Avenue and Cactus Road from 9 p.m. today to 5 a.m. Monday. Scottsdale Independent
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The polar expedition ship M/V Hondius, sailing towards the Canary Islands, reported nine hantavirus cases and three deaths after passengers disembarked on April 24, and the CDC is tracking U.S. travelers (including a Scottsdale resident under observation) as experts say the overall risk remains low. The Arizona Republic
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Valley Realtors report increased calls from ultra-rich buyers planning to relocate for luxury homes in Scottsdale and Paradise Valley—spurred by a tax law that now applies to incomes over $1 million. Scottsdale Independent
- ➤ Host Hotel & Resorts has submitted a rezoning application to turn the 9-hole Mesquite Golf Course into a mixed housing development called Copper Residences Planned Unit Development, while remaining golf courses stay unchanged. Neighbors are mobilizing to oppose the plan through petitions and signs as the proposal awaits a planning hearing. ABC15 Arizona
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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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Mother’s Day Celebration at Elements
11 a.m. - 9 p.m. — Sanctuary Camelback Mountain Resort & Spa — $155 per person ($65 for children) — Celebrate Mom with gourmet dining and pampering spa experiences while enjoying a toast and memorable moments.
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Monday Night Ruck Club
7-9 p.m. — Cider Corps Mesa — Free entry — Join a welcoming fitness gathering suitable for all levels at this veteran-owned cidery.
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Live Music with Marcus Tinsley at Aloft Scottsdale
5-8 p.m. — Aloft by Marriott Scottsdale — Free entry — Enjoy a night of cocktails and soulful tunes with singer/songwriter Marcus Tinsley.
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42nd B1G Golf Classic Supporting Make a Wish
9 AM - 3 PM — Camelback Golf Club — Registration required — Tee off for a great cause and help make wishes come true for children.
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Live Music with Emmy Griswold
5-8 p.m. — Aloft Scottsdale — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of acoustic melodies spanning classic country to soft rock in a laid-back atmosphere.
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Himalayan Salt Therapy Sound Bath and Breathwork
6-8 p.m. — The Halo Sanctuary — Registration required — Experience a restorative journey of breath, sound, and meditation in a serene salt cave.
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The Girl Friends, Inc. Conclave featuring Nat Adderley Jr
8 p.m. – 12 a.m. — Fairmont Scottsdale Princess — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of musical artistry with Lisa Fischer and Nat Adderley Jr at this special conclave.
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San Pacho Concert
12-3 p.m. — Maya Day + Night — Tickets start at $48 — Experience an unforgettable live performance by San Pacho in Scottsdale.
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DJ Boomer Live
6:30-10:30 p.m. — Valley Bar — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of R&B, funk, and soul with DJ Boomer in the Rose Room.
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