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Scottsdale
Friday, May 9th, 2025
Good morning, Scottsdale. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 9th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Cornerstone Healing Center announced it will be in-network with Aetna to lower out-of-pocket costs and expand treatment access at its Phoenix and Scottsdale centers and through virtual programs (CEO Estil Wallace said the move aims to remove cost barriers). Arizona Digital Free Press
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ A consumer guide explains how Arizona owners can cancel their Wyndham timeshare by reviewing contracts, contacting customer service, and sending a formal request—steps that may include legal advice—so they can avoid long-term financial burdens. Arizona Digital Free Press
- ➤ Southwest Heritage Bank celebrated its one-year anniversary on May 6 at its Scottsdale office at 16435 N. Scottsdale Road—drawing business leaders and community members to mark the milestone. The bank formed from the merger of Commerce Bank of Arizona and Bank 34 and now supports local entrepreneurs and regional growth. Scottsdale Independent
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Stephanie Hockridge, one of the founders of Scottsdale-based Blueacorn, will face trial for wire fraud charges on June 9 while her husband Nathan Reis is set for trial in August as federal prosecutors present a 91-page list of exhibits including encrypted messages & texts, and both have pleaded not guilty. ABC15 Arizona
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The City of Scottsdale will start its design process for a parking garage at First Street and Brown Avenue with a public meeting on May 22 at 8:30 a.m. at the Civic Center library auditorium (2329 N. Drinkwater Blvd); the project will expand the two-story below-ground facility by adding two above-ground levels while the Old Town Farmers Market continues until a new location is found for the 2025/2026 season. Scottsdale Independent
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Federal budget cuts may remove nearly $2 billion from Arizona's Medicaid program, forcing state leaders to choose between cutting services, eligibility, or raising taxes. The loss of funding could push costs to hospitals & local insurers, which would raise insurance premiums and risk jobs for health care workers. The Arizona Republic
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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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Mother's Day at El Chorro!
9 a.m.-2 p.m. — El Chorro — $95++ per person — Treat Mom to a special 3-course brunch with breathtaking views and an elegant atmosphere.
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Seussical Jr.
6:00-7:30 p.m. — ASU Kerr — Ticketed — Experience the whimsical world of Dr. Seuss in this fantastical musical extravaganza.
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Seussical Jr.
6-7:30 p.m. — ASU Kerr — Ticketed event — Experience a fantastical musical journey through the whimsical world of Dr. Seuss.
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Inna Vision Album Tour
7 PM – 1 AM — Pour Decisions Patio & Kitchen — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy the reggae sounds of Inna Vision as they promote their 'Faith and Deeds' album.
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Arizona Restaurant Week
May 16-25, 11 AM – 11 PM — The Quad — $33-55 per person — Indulge in a week of diverse dining options from comfort classics to culinary adventures.
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Kyler Murray Celebrity Softball Game
5:30-9:30 p.m. — Salt River Fields at Talking Stick — Details on ticket pricing pending — Watch Kyler Murray and friends battle it out in the inaugural celebrity softball game for charity.
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Phoenix Jewish Singles Bagels & Coffee Breakfast
9:30-11:30 a.m. — New York Bagels 'N Bialys - Shea — Cost not specified — Enjoy bagels and coffee while reconnecting with friends and meeting new Jewish singles.
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Aloft Live! with Joannah Zamora
5-8 p.m. — Aloft Scottsdale — Free entry — Enjoy cocktails and light fare while listening to live music by Joannah Zamora.
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Scottsdale Networking Event
12-1 p.m. — Babbo Italian Eatery — $25 drop-in fee — Connect with local entrepreneurs in a heart-centered networking community.
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