Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 16th of August.
Good morning, Scottsdale.
🏘️ Community
The Yacht Club is hosting a brunch at Maple & Ash today + inviting guests to enjoy a shared meal in a welcoming setting.
🎭 Culture
Arizona Musicfest has unveiled its 2026-2027 season in North Scottsdale with celebrity acts including Bill Murray and Broadway stars, and it will debut a new theater series in collaboration with the Herberger Theater Center (musicals open Oct.
23–25 and April 23–25).
📰 Economy
AAA Arizona said on Friday that Valley gas prices rose 2 cents a gallon to settle at $4.44 plus state prices increased 4 cents to $4.40 as high crude oil costs kept pumps above normal this August.
🎓 Education
Arizona’s public schools lost over 14% of their teachers between 2022 and 2025 (a rate twice the national average), with burnout, low pay, and discipline issues as key factors.
Scottsdale Unified and other local districts are reviewing transparent pay scales and stronger mentorship programs to retain educators.
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