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Thursday, May 28th, 2026
Good morning, Scottsdale. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 28th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ ASU water law professor Rhett Larson, speaking at a town hall meeting + Granite Reef Senior Center yesterday, said Scottsdale has ample water but faces a shortage of affordable water for residents. Scottsdale Independent
- ➤ Fearless Kitty Rescue is hosting an open house on Sunday, June 7 at its new Medical Center to showcase expanded lifesaving services for cats and kittens. The event runs from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 11881 Saguaro Blvd, and donations of kitten food (dry or wet) are welcomed. City Sun Times
- ➤ Lauren Lauder was named the new Executive Director at Royal Oaks on April 6. An Arizona native with a strong background in healthcare leadership (including roles as CEO at Spectrum Healthcare Group and COO at Copa Health), she guided the retirement community into its next chapter. Scottsdale Independent
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ OdySea Aquarium celebrates 10 years this summer with a birthday bash from May 23 to Sept. 6 that offers immersive exhibits, surprise giveaways, and exclusive behind the scenes tours from May 30 to July 24 (weekdays at 2 p.m., weekends at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m.). Two new coral exhibits will debut mid-June. City Sun Times
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Scottsdale native Cam Coraggio was named to Hastings College (Nebraska) dean’s list for the spring semester after earning a GPA of 3.7 or above, joining 327 students from 21 states and eight countries. Scottsdale Independent
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Scottsdale launched its first combined fire — police K-9 search-and-rescue team to find lost hikers along more than 300 miles of trails. The team helped locate a hiker last weekend in the McDowell Sonoran Preserve and will assist neighboring communities if needed. ABC15 Arizona
- ➤ Arizona residents in line at food banks say new SNAP rules have made reapplying difficult as DES now requires phone interviews and more frequent proof of eligibility (over half of SNAP recipients have been cut), while officials say the changes align with federal projections. KJZZ
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ A new Realtor.com report shows nearly one-third of Phoenix listings saw price cuts in April, driven by a nine-month high 6.51% mortgage rate. Other markets with reduced prices include Tampa, San Antonio, Denver and Portland. ABC15 Arizona
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Mike Soroka pitched six strong innings as the Diamondbacks beat the Giants 3-2 on Wednesday in San Francisco with Geraldo Perdomo’s sacrifice fly giving them the lead. The win marked their 10th victory in 11 games — extending a five-game streak. Scottsdale Independent
- ➤ The Diamondbacks swept the Giants 3-2 on May 27 at Oracle Park, improving to 31-24 as key plays offset Nolan Arenado's removal with right groin tightness (he is day-to-day) while manager Torey Lovullo praised the team's execution. The Arizona Republic
- ➤ Corbin Carroll overcame a broken hand before spring training and is having one of his best seasons for the Diamondbacks. His strong hitting helped the team win 7-5 Tuesday against San Francisco and move six games over .500, while he remains a key player with a .299 average. Scottsdale Independent
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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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AZ Sunrise Series
6:30 – 8:00 AM — Scottsdale Sports Complex — Registration required — Arizona runners keep the pace as temperatures rise in the morning sunshine.
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Splashball Water Polo Program
June 1-11 — Mesquite Groves Aquatic Center — Registration required — Discover the fun of water polo with this non-contact sport for kids aged 10-14.
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Live Music with People Who Could Fly
5-8 p.m. — Aloft by Marriott Scottsdale — Enjoy cocktails and light fare while listening to the indie pop band People Who Could Fly.
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90s Hip Hop and R&B Night with DJ Rikkie Tee
8-11 p.m. — Crescent Ballroom — $5 — Enjoy old school 90s R&B and hip hop beats from legends like Tupac and Biggie with DJ Rikkie Tee.
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Live Music with Jessica Maeve
5-8 p.m. — Aloft by Marriott Scottsdale — Free entry — Relax with cocktails and delight in the unique sounds of award-winning ukulele artist Jessica Maeve.
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Asleep At The Wheel Concert
8-11 p.m. — Showroom at Talking Stick Resort — Ticket prices vary — Experience a legendary blend of country music and western swing from the iconic band.
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Ron Taylor Comedy Show
9:30-11 p.m. — Tempe Improv — Tickets available — Enjoy a night of laughter with the inaugural winner of Kevin Hart's 'Funny AF' on Netflix.
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