Friday, June 20th, 2025
Good morning, Scottsdale. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 20th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ In May, the City of Scottsdale's Senior Services held the Beat the Heat donation drive to collect essential items for homebound seniors facing record heat—city workers visited homes to check on needs and ease isolation. ABC15 Arizona
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Downtown Scottsdale crime in the first quarter of 2025 fell by 22.6% with 663 group A offenses reported compared to 857 last year, as larceny/theft dropped by 32.2% from 438 to 297 while trespassing rose 55.2% from 67 to 104 — officials credit enhanced officer presence and community engagement for the changes. KTAR
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Banner Health warns that extreme heat poses serious health risks — including heat stroke, dehydration, and confusion — and advises residents, especially older adults with medical conditions, to stay indoors during the peak hours. Health experts also recommend drinking plenty of water and keeping cool to prevent heat illness. Scottsdale Independent
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Arizona State's Kyle Walker and Isaiah Jackson are showcasing their baseball skills at the ongoing 2025 MLB Draft Combine at Chase Field (Phoenix), with Walker impressing as a versatile infielder after transferring from Grambling State and Jackson boosting his draft stock with a season that included 18 home runs. The event runs from June 17 to 21 as scouts evaluate top college and high school prospects for pro opportunities. The Arizona Republic
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Fourth of July Freedom Fest
Various times — Fairmont Scottsdale Princess — Check event page for cost — Celebrate America's birthday with festivities at a luxury venue.
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~ Marie Curie
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