Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 3rd of June.
Good morning, Scottsdale.
Independent Newsmedia is offering America 250 t-shirts to mark America's semiquincentennial.
The shirts cost $20 for sizes medium through XL and $25 for 2XL plus $4 for shipping (orders may be placed by phone, email, or picked up at 17220 N. Boswell Blvd.).
Pine Canyon announces a new service that partners with PrismJet to offer private jet flights from Scottsdale Airport so golfers can reach the course in 30 minutes instead of 2.5 hours by car.
Bookable through the Pine Canyon app & follows a $6.4 million renovation of the 19-hole course.
Frank and Lupe’s reopened yesterday in (Gainey Ranch) after the Old Town location closed in 2025; new owner Piero Aviles said the restaurant will keep its traditional recipes and warm hospitality at 8787 N.
Scottsdale Road, Suite 214.
The Scottsdale Area Chamber of Commerce invites locals to celebrate the City’s 75th anniversary with Breakfast with a Side of Scottsdale History, featuring historian Joan Fuldala on June 23 at Western Spirit: Scottsdale’s Museum of the West from 7:15 a.m. to 9 a.m. (in collaboration with the Celebrate 75 Commission).
Melissa Costa, who published her novel at age 11, will be the guest speaker at the Scottsdale Society of Women Writers meeting on June 24.
The seventh grader will share her creative process from initial notes to final revisions (including cover design) as she discusses how she brought her mystery-adventure book to life.
Eric Wang, a Scottsdale teen and soon-to-be Desert Mountain High senior, has been notified that he will receive the Congressional Award Gold Medal — the highest honor given by Congress to a civilian youth — after completing over 800 hours of community service, fitness and personal development activities.
A nation-wide ransomware attack on the Canvas platform disrupted final exams and classes in districts like Peoria Unified, Higley Unified, and Mesa Public Schools as officials scrambled to secure data; Scottsdale Unified remained unaffected (it did not use Canvas).
Scottsdale is hosting the APGA tour at TPC Scottsdale through today, where over 50 players including defending champ Kamaiu Johnson and resident Joe Hooks compete for a $15K prize that supports golf diversity and youth development + professional growth.
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.
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.
Ian Edwards Stand-Up Comedy Show
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Tempe Improv — Ticket prices vary — Catch the inaugural winner of Kevin Hart's comedy competition as he brings his fresh stand-up to Tempe.
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.
Lights, Camera, Action Workshop
3-5 p.m. — Tumbleweed Park Recreation Center — Check website for details — Discover the secrets of on-camera skills and become the next TV star with hands-on media production training.
FRC My Heart Calls You Dad Celebration
2:30 – 2:45 p.m. — Goelet A Beuf Community Center — Free entry — Create a personalized keepsake in this heartwarming Father’s Day craft activity for children and their special grown-ups.
Duplicate Sanction Bridge Games
12:30-4:30 p.m. — Via Linda Senior Center — Sign up required — Test your skills in a lively weekly game of duplicate bridge.
FRC Family Storytime for Ages 0-5
10:00-10:15 a.m. — Goelet A Beuf Community Center — Free entry — Explore the magical world of books through rhythm and music with fun activities for little ones.
Bruce Hornsby & The Noisemakers Indigo Park Tour
7-9 p.m. — Virginia G. Piper Theater — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a captivating night with renowned musician Bruce Hornsby and his band.
Free Father's Day Admission at Western Spirit Museum
2-4 p.m. — Western Spirit Museum: Scottsdale’s Museum of the West — Free admission — Celebrate Father's Day with a classic Western film screening as part of the special exhibit.
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