Good morning, Scottsdale.

Influencer Emilie Kiser lost her 3-year-old son Trigg to drowning days after a water incident+ Kiser has filed a lawsuit to block public records while concerns grow that child drownings are the leading cause of death for ages 1 to 4+ fueling calls for greater water safety measures.

Arizonans say mispronouncing words such as Tempe, Prescott, and Gila reveals a tourist, as a Reddit discussion highlighted local pronunciation tips—locals offered fifteen key terms to help newcomers sound like natives.

In April, home prices in the Phoenix metro area fell, with Phoenix dropping 5.2% to $473,450 and Scottsdale falling about 2% to $1,178,000 + some cities posting slight increases as 7,164 homes sold.

Analysts say the boost in homes for sale gives buyers a wider range of options and expect prices may fall another 3% to 5%.

Scottsdale Unified School District approved a new meal pricing plan on June 10 that raises paid lunch prices by 27% to 66% to cover higher food and labor costs; the new rates will start when classes resume in August for the 2025-26 school year.

Students receiving free or reduced-price lunches and schools offering free meals will not see any price changes — the district aims to avoid future cost issues.

Rep. Alexander Kolodin has added a provision to the state budget that would require House and Senate judiciary committee approval before AG Kris Mayes or any county prosecutor can file election-related charges if a judge finds prima facie evidence of a SLAPP violation — the measure awaits Senate approval and the governor’s signature. This proposal, introduced by the Scottsdale lawmaker amid concerns over political prosecutions, may restrict future legal actions on election issues.

The official Arizona monsoon begins this week and ADOT warns drivers to expect heavy rains and dust storms — drivers are advised to slow down and pull over safely if a dust storm is near.

Optima launched sales for the 7230 condominium tower at its $1B Optima McDowell Mountain community in North Scottsdale—this 22-acre project has generated nearly $27 million in reservations and offers 196 luxury homes starting at $600K with upscale amenities.

Scottsdale Networking Event

12-1 p.m. — Babbo Italian Eatery — $25 drop-in fee after two visits — Connect with local entrepreneurs to amplify your influence and grow your business.

Valley Runners Group Run

6:30-8:00 a.m. — The Park at PV — Free entry — Enjoy a friendly group run welcoming all paces in a vibrant neighborhood.

Virtual Tour of Sunrise of Scottsdale

9 a.m. - 7 p.m. — Sunrise of Scottsdale — Free entry — Explore assisted living options while enjoying the community's friendly atmosphere and vibrant activities.

Electronics & Circuitry Camp for Kids

Full day or half-day sessions — Mavrix — Varies by session — Explore the fun of science and digital logic through hands-on experiments and Minecraft adventures.

Scottsdale RV Super Show

9 a.m. - 7 p.m. — WestWorld of Scottsdale — Free parking & no admission — Explore hundreds of RVs and adventure vehicles in air-conditioned comfort with massive discounts.

Motley 2 Concert

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Showroom at Casino Arizona — Ticket required — Enjoy an electrifying evening with the tribute band Motley 2 performing live.

Fountain Hills Joe Dispenza Meditation Group

5-7 p.m. — Scottsdale Meet-Up Space — Free entry — Explore the teachings of Dr. Joe Dispenza on meditation and personal transformation.

Children’s Learning and Play Festival

A fun-filled day — All day — WestWorld of Scottsdale — Free entry — Experience interactive learning and play with authors, music, rides, and STEAM activities.

Marble Mania Physics Camp & Pirate Engineering Camp

Morning Session — Sky Zone Trampoline Park — Individual drop-in or full-week options available — Explore physics with marbles and embark on pirate engineering adventures.

Aloft Live! with Jourdan Rolland

5-8 p.m. — Aloft Scottsdale — Free entry — Enjoy a lively performance featuring diverse tunes from country to reggae in a relaxed bar setting.