Good morning, Scottsdale.

Scottsdale Fire Department responded to a brush fire at a construction site near Lone Mountain and Scottsdale roads this morning — the fire, sparked when a fast-moving spark ignited dry vegetation despite safety measures, burned about 50 feet by 50 feet of brush and was fully extinguished after crews spent an hour on mop-up operations.

Scottsdale police arrested 18-year-old Lebron Rogers and two juveniles on Tuesday after linking them to a late June double homicide near 114th Street and Shea Boulevard where Ramon Moraga was killed and Nadia Mysliwiec died at a hospital (the suspects face murder and armed robbery charges).

Shakespeare’s The Merchant of Venice will be shown in Scottsdale in a limited four-show run at Theatre Artists Studio; shows take place on Friday, Aug.

8 at 7:30 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 9 at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., and Sunday, Aug. 10 at 2 p.m. The production is directed by Beau Heckman and includes special stop-action matinees (led by Artistic Director Keath Hall) on Saturday and Sunday.

HonorHealth launched a new Artificial Heart Program that uses the HeartMate 3 device to help patients whose hearts can no longer pump enough blood—doctors said the program is expected to improve survival rates as heart failure cases are projected to rise.

Huxley Scottsdale, a 192-unit multifamily community in North Scottsdale, was sold on July 29 to Pillar Communities and Private Portfolio Group.

The sale marks the company's 36th Phoenix-area acquisition, and the property—completed by HSR in 2024—features natural stone finishes, a hidden lounge, a rooftop sky deck with Sonoran Desert views, a pool, spa, fitness center, yoga room and dog park.

Scottsdale United Methodist Church in Old Town has filed an application with the city to build 82 workforce apartments—mixing one bedroom, two bedroom and three bedroom units on its 4.8 acre site—at 4140 N.

Miller Road to help boost its flagging congregation.

Scottsdale Arizona Networking Event

12-1 p.m. — Arizona School of Real Estate & Business — $25 drop-in fee after two visits — Connect with entrepreneurs and enhance your business growth in a heart-centered community.

Aloft Live! with James Mills

5-8 p.m. — Aloft Scottsdale — Free entry — Enjoy cocktails and light fare while soaking in live music from James Mills of People Who Could Fly.

Scottsdale Networking Event

12:00–1:00 p.m. — Arizona School of Real Estate & Business — $25 drop-in fee after two visits — Build connections and enhance your business in a supportive community atmosphere.

Scottsdale Health and Wellness Expo

10 a.m.–3 p.m. — Hilton Scottsdale Resort & Villas — Admission details not specified — Explore diverse health and wellness activities and services at this engaging event.

Book Release Celebration with Lisa Gardner

6:30-8:00 p.m. — The Poisoned Pen Bookstore — Free entry — Isabella celebrates the release of Lisa Gardner’s new book, KISS HER GOODBYE.

Aloft Live: Music by Mike Spero

5-8 p.m. — Aloft Scottsdale — Free entry — Enjoy cocktails and light fare while listening to live music in a vibrant atmosphere.

Scottsdale Arizona Networking Event

12-1 p.m. — Arizona School of Real Estate & Business — $25 drop-in fee — Forge powerful connections and grow your business in a heart-centered community.

Live Music with James Mills at Aloft Scottsdale

5-8 p.m. — Aloft Scottsdale — Free entry — Enjoy cocktails and light fare while tapping your feet to live music from James Mills.

PlumpJack & CADE 5 Course Wine Dinner

— — Caesars Republic Scottsdale, a Hilton Hotel — $163 early bird, $195 regular — Indulge in a five-course wine dinner featuring exceptional pairings from Napa Valley's finest.

Scottsdale Networking Event

12-1 p.m. — Arizona School of Real Estate & Business — $25 drop-in fee — Build powerful connections and collaborate for business growth in a heart-centered community.