Daily
Scottsdale
Saturday, July 12th, 2025
Good morning, Scottsdale. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 12th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Salt + Lime Modern Mexican Grill is teaming up with the Arizona Friends of Foster Children Foundation this month to serve unlimited chips and salsa for $5, with a portion of the proceeds helping fund youth activities — the funds will be donated at the end of July. City Sun Times
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ While Scottsdale has not had a fatal house fire in 2025, Phoenix-area fires resulted in the death of twelve people compared to five by this time last year—Scottsdale Fire Chief Tom Shannon warned that missing early alerts and escape plans can make fires more deadly. ABC15 Arizona
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Scottsdale-based Advanced Home Watch Services earned accreditation for the fourth year from the National Home Watch Association—this status confirms the firm meets high industry standards for background checks, insurance, and bonding. The company serves areas including Phoenix, Rio Verde, Scottsdale, Carefree, Paradise Valley, Cave Creek, Sun City, Fountain Hills, Peoria, and Mongollon Rim. Scottsdale Independent
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Many local school districts, nonprofits and private groups will offer before- and after-school programs around the Valley for the 2025-2026 school year—these programs provide homework help, arts, sports and options for students with special needs at school campuses, recreation centers and city sites. Program costs vary, with some options free and others requiring memberships or fees. ABC15 Arizona
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ A father-daughter team from Train2Win Rehab & Performance in Scottsdale joined the MLB Draft Combine from June 17 to 21 and evaluated 322 players using the Y Balance Test, with results shared with MLB teams & USA Baseball. They have worked together since 2020 to help athletes improve balance and reduce pain. Scottsdale Independent
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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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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
By the time a man realizes that his father was right, he has a son who thinks he's wrong.
~ Charles Wadsworth
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