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Scottsdale
Thursday, May 22nd, 2025
Good morning, Scottsdale. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 22nd of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Scottsdale’s McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park is marking its 50th anniversary by unveiling new summer attractions (aimed at boosting visitor numbers) including a renovated outdoor playground, a 10,000-square-foot indoor play facility called The Roundhouse, and a 5,000-square-foot splash pad that will open in July. The park is also upgrading its entry plaza with new seating, landscaping and art (funded in part by a $13.1 million bond approved in 2019) to enhance family fun. City Sun Times
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Scottsdale’s millionaire count reached 14,800 last year, a 125% increase over the previous decade that puts the city ahead of nearly every global wealth hub — except Shenzhen. ABC15 Arizona
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Scottsdale City Council unanimously approved the tentative 2025-26 budget during its May 20 meeting—cutting $4 million from the original proposal—and set the total at $2.204 billion. Councilwoman Solange Whiteheads said the new plan builds on earlier councils’ work. Scottsdale Independent
- ➤ Gov. Katie Hobbs signed House Bill 2074 on May 6, letting retired law enforcement officers serve as school resource officers in schools and expanding safety grant funds for equipment, infrastructure + training, while requiring each school to have one officer trained to interact with students with disabilities. The Arizona Republic
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The 2025 WM Phoenix Open raised a record $18.1 million for local charities, marking the highest one-year total in the tournament's history. It beat last year’s $17.5 million record and brought its overall charity total to over $160 million since WM became title sponsor in 2010 — a major milestone for the event. Scottsdale Independent
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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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FREE Foam Frenzy
10 AM – 1 PM — Arizona Boardwalk — Free entry — Celebrate the start of summer with endless foam parties and fun water activities for the whole family.
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2025 ASCP Annual Meeting
May 27-30 — Fairmont Scottsdale Princess — Registration required — Engage with over 1200 professionals discussing cutting-edge treatments in psychopharmacology.
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Aloft Live! featuring Cori Rios
5-8 p.m. — Aloft Scottsdale — No cover charge — Enjoy cocktails and light fare while listening to live music in a laid-back atmosphere.
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Scottsdale Business Networking Event
12-1 p.m. — Babbo Italian Eatery — $25 drop-in fee — Engage with local entrepreneurs and build meaningful connections in a supportive community.
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Rock & Roll Classic Car Show
4-8 p.m. — Rock And Roll Car Show — Free entry — Experience a legendary weekly car show showcasing hundreds of classic cars and motorcycles.
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Virtual Senior Living Tour
9 AM - 7 PM — Sage House - Crocus — Free entry — Explore exceptional senior living options and their culinary offerings in this informative virtual tour.
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2025 One Voice Conference - AADMD
10 AM – 10 AM — The Westin Kierland Resort & Spa — Check website for pricing — Explore systemic changes in healthcare for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
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Foundations of Integral Sound Healing Workshop
9 a.m. – 6 p.m. — Shanti Sound — Starting at $669 — Explore sound healing techniques and enhance personal transformation over three immersive days.
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Sweet Friends Gathering at Sweet Paris
10 AM – 12 PM — Sweet Paris Crêperie & Café — Cost of food and drinks — Indulge in delicious crepes with mimosas and cappuccinos while mingling with friends.
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