Good morning, Scottsdale.

Caffe Vita, the Seattle-based coffee chain, expanded its business in the Valley after buying Cult Artisan Beverage Company in Q4 2024.

The firm signed on luxury grocer AJ’s Fine Foods, restaurant group Upward Projects, and Wildflower and grew by about 30% last year despite economic challenges.

Amy's Baking Company closed in 2015 after building issues, and now Amy shares glitter desserts on Instagram as Baking Wizard.

Amy filed for divorce in April 2022 and Samy lives in Netanya, Israel (county records and social media show) as the former team stays out of the spotlight.

Keeler’s Neighborhood Steakhouse is hosting a pairing dinner with Sinegal Estate Winery on Wednesday, July 22 at 6 p.m. in Scottsdale+ guests will enjoy special dishes paired with local wines.

Abrazo Health’s Graduate Medical Education program celebrated the graduation of 38 physicians on June 6 at the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess, marking a milestone with its first vascular surgery fellow, Dr. Steven Marincel (who completed a two-year fellowship starting July 1).

Arizona's teacher attrition improved to 14 percent from over 18 percent last year, but some districts saw nearly half of teachers leaving.

A Department of Education survey found fewer than 40 percent of teachers think benefits are competitive.

Earlier this week, severe monsoon storms brought dust and rain to Phoenix and Old Town Scottsdale (causing temporary delays at Sky Harbor), and NOAA forecasts additional rain and localized flooding for today and tomorrow as the monsoon continues.

Scottsdale Fire Department now requires contractors to give 24-hour notice before performing hot work (welding, cutting, brazing, and torch-applied roofing) in designated Wildland Urban Interface and open space areas to reduce wildfire risk in the McDowell Sonoran Preserve.

Desert Edge wide receiver Zerek Sidney, sidelined last year by Valley Fever, has returned to training & is ready for his senior football season starting soon.

His comeback marks a hopeful turnaround for one of Arizona's top recruits.

Weekly Duplicate Bridge Games

12:30 – 4:30 PM — Granite Reef Senior Center — Signup required — Engage in spirited competition with partners in this weekly bridge event.

Live Music Sunday with James Mills

4-7 p.m. — Wayward — No cover charge — Enjoy a night of indie pop tunes in an intimate culinary setting featuring the sounds of People Who Could Fly.

Stanley Serrano Live at Tempo Urban Bistro

6-10 p.m. — Tempo Urban Bistro — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of live music featuring Stanley Serrano's unique sound.

Weekly Duplicate Bridge Games

12:30 – 4:30 PM — Granite Reef Senior Center — Registration Required — Join fellow bridge enthusiasts for a fun and strategic afternoon of sanctioned duplicate bridge.

Watercolorist Workshop for Experienced Artists

Weekly sessions — Via Linda Senior Center — Bring your own supplies — Explore new techniques and connect with fellow creatives in a supportive environment.

Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus

11 a.m. — Footprint Center — Tickets required — Experience a spectacular circus featuring thrilling acrobatics and lively music.

Sound Bath & Meditation

10 a.m. – 12 p.m. — Via Linda Senior Center — Relaxation experience — Escape daily noise with soothing sounds of Singing Bowls in a tranquil setting.

Zander's Solo Performance at Stillery Happy Valley

5-9 p.m. — The Stillery — Free entry — Experience a fusion of Country, Folk, and Americana music with Prescott-based singer-songwriter Zander.

2026 ASPC Congress on CVD Prevention

Jul 31 - Aug 2 — The Phoenician, a Luxury Collection Resort — Registration opens June 30 — Engage with leading experts in preventive cardiology and cardiovascular disease prevention.

World Hip Hop Dance Championship 2026 Finals

6-8 p.m. — Mullett Arena — Tickets required — Witness the world’s top crews battle for supremacy on the grand stage of hip hop dance.