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Wednesday, August 13th, 2025
Good morning, Scottsdale. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 13th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Fresh Start Women’s Foundation will host its annual Sip & Soirée — a fundraiser luncheon celebrating the strength and empowerment of Arizona women — on Saturday, September 13 from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at JW Marriott Desert Ridge Resort & Spa to raise funds for services that support women and children on their path to self-sufficiency. Arizona Digital Free Press
- ➤ At AZ Blue Cross, over 200 volunteers made 1,000 Joy Jars on Tuesday to honor Jessie Rees by filling them with toys, games and notes for kids fighting cancer (NEGU). The event kept her message alive for families and caregivers (inspiring hope). ABC15 Arizona
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Voters in azcentral’s Mall Madness round removed all non-operating malls and kept Desert Ridge Marketplace, Tempe Marketplace, Scottsdale Fashion Square — and Biltmore Fashion Park in the contest. Voters will choose the best mall when voting closes on Sunday, Aug. 17. The Arizona Republic
- ➤ The Scottsdale Area Chamber of Commerce announced 12 finalists for its 39th annual Sterling Awards that honor innovation and civic service in the area—winners will be selected Nov. 20 at the Embassy Suites by Hilton Scottsdale Resort on 5001 N. Scottsdale Road. Scottsdale Independent
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Survivors of a $2.8 billion fraud say fake sober living homes promised help for addiction but gave only a mattress and little care—leaving many vulnerable, including Native Americans, as over 100 people have been indicted and state agencies work to fix the system. KJZZ
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Governor Katie Hobbs and the Arizona Department of Housing said the state will add $5 million to the Arizona Is Home program — a move that gives first-time homebuyers help with down payments, closing costs, and lower mortgage rates. The program already helped more than 500 buyers and will soon support about 1,000 households with grants up to $9,000 in Pima County and a percentage of the purchase price in Maricopa County. ABC15 Arizona
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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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Grants 4 Schools Conference
9 AM – 3 PM (Aug 28) & 9 AM – 12 PM (Aug 29) — Hilton Scottsdale Resort & Villas — $350 per person or group discounts available — Learn how to secure funding for your school with expert grant writing tips and opportunities.
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Blues Traveler Concert
6-9 p.m. — Talking Stick Resort Hotel — 21+ only — Experience a fantastic evening of live blues music under the stars.
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