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Scottsdale
Friday, August 1st, 2025
Good morning, Scottsdale. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 1st of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Scottsdale Realtors and the Scottsdale Fire Department invested $10,000 to purchase hundreds of lockboxes for seniors that let emergency responders enter homes safely — the lockbox codes are shared only with public safety officials, and residents earning under $25,000 get free access while others are asked for a one-time $30 donation. Scottsdale Independent
- ➤ Scottsdale Realtors and the City of Scottsdale Fire Department invested $10,000 on July 31 to purchase hundreds more lockboxes that let emergency responders access homes without breaking in. The system already has more than 3,600 units with free access for seniors and low-income residents while others are asked for a one-time donation of $30 + the program, launched in 2004, aims to safeguard lives and property. Scottsdale Independent
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Scottsdale man (Julian Nixon) was arrested Wednesday for allegedly secretly recording women during sex after a partner found a hidden camera in his bedroom and police later found over 400 videos on his cellphone that led four victims to press charges. KTAR
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On July 30 the Diamondbacks traded Eugenio Suarez for first baseman Tyler Locklear and pitching prospects Juan Burgos and Hunter Cranton. Early reviews from major outlets rated Seattle’s deal as stronger while noting Arizona received a moderate return (Locklear is ranked ninth among Seattle’s prospects). The Arizona Republic
- ➤ A federal judge approved the House v NCAA settlement that took effect on July 1, allowing Division 1 colleges to directly pay student athletes up to $20.5 million per institution and allocating nearly $2.8 billion in retroactive NIL compensation. Arizona signed SB 1615 in May 2025 to let its universities pay athletes while using the NCAA’s oversight structure — a move that may lead to compliance challenges as institutions adjust to the new rules. Arizona Digital Free Press
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Aloft Live! Featuring Brady Grey
5-8 p.m. — Aloft Scottsdale — Free entry — Enjoy cocktails and light food while listening to live music in a relaxed atmosphere.
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~ Albert Einstein
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