Daily
Scottsdale
Friday, July 11th, 2025
Good morning, Scottsdale. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 11th of July.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A new study found Arizona ranks fourth in teen driving deaths per capita, with summer months being especially dangerous due to distracted driving, lack of seatbelt use, and inexperience — a risk compounded by state law that allows teens to ride unbuckled. ABC15 Arizona
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Scottsdale Arts’ Canal Convergence—set to run November 7 to 16 at the Scottsdale Waterfront—features a free 10-night event with large-scale public artworks, live music, dance, creative workshops, food trucks and a beer and wine garden. It will coincide with the 50th anniversary of the Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts and will commission more dance, music and light performances than before. Scottsdale Independent
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ Arizona homeowners might face higher capital gains taxes if new rules do not pass as the National Association of Realtors supports legislation to double current exemptions—nearly half now hold more than $250,000 in home equity. Analysts warn that high tax rates may slow the housing market if limits remain unchanged. The Arizona Republic
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Jess McClain, a decorated track alum from Xavier Prep, will represent Team USA in the marathon at the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo in September after she narrowly missed a podium finish in recent major races. She trains in Flagstaff to escape the Valley's summer heat—replacing Betsy Saina who is stepping aside with a baby on the way—to make her first international appearance. The Arizona Republic
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Engineering for Kids: Cityscape Creators Camp
Morning & Afternoon Sessions — Slick City Action Park — Check website for pricing — Explore creative engineering with CAD design and theme park management.
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Aloft Live! Featuring Dave Clark
5-8 p.m. — Aloft Scottsdale — Free entry — Enjoy cocktails and light fare while soaking up live music in a laid-back atmosphere.
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Scottsdale Networking Event
12-1 p.m. — Arizona School of Real Estate & Business — $25 drop-in donation for guests — Connect and collaborate with local entrepreneurs in a heart-centered community.
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George Thorogood & The Destroyers Concert
8-10 p.m. — Showroom at Talking Stick Resort — 21+ only — Rock out to classic hits from the legendary George Thorogood and his band.
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Rock and Roll Over: Tribute to KISS
3-6 p.m. — Casino Arizona — Check venue for entry fees — Experience the electrifying tribute performance to the legendary rock band KISS.
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VEX Robotics BattleBots Camp
Full day sessions available — Octane Raceway — Cost varies — Dive into robotics and teamwork with creative head-to-head battles.
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Networking Event in Scottsdale
3:30-4:45 p.m. — Scottsdale Elks Lodge #2148 — Free entry — Connect with fellow entrepreneurs and small business owners in a vibrant networking atmosphere.
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Scottsdale Arizona Networking Event
12–1 p.m. — Arizona School of Real Estate & Business — $25 drop-in fee — Network with entrepreneurs and build valuable business connections in a supportive community.
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Sweet Home Alabama Tribute Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — Casino Arizona — Tickets starting at $92 — Experience an unforgettable tribute to Lynyrd Skynyrd and Southern rock.
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Engineering for Kids: eSport Gamer - Super Smash Bros. Edition
All week — Octane Raceway — Prices vary — Engage in eSports strategy building while battling it out in Super Smash Bros. on the Nintendo Switch.
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