Good morning, Scottsdale.

At Granite Reef Senior Center on Granite Reef Road and McDowell, seniors launched SeniorCasters this week to deliver weather forecasts and share storm memories — marking the center’s 20th anniversary.

The new event connects residents and celebrates creative living.

Teacher Colleen Koblinski of The Hilltop School for the Arts will participate in the 9/11 Tower Challenge at State Farm Stadium this September, honoring her late brother Kevin and the victims of the Sept.

11 attacks. Her climb marks a personal tribute and remembrance of his 20-year law enforcement career.

Kristina Dyrr of Grayhawk shares her story in a community Q&A with the Daily Independent, highlighting her experiences as part of a local effort to strengthen neighborhood bonds.

A student-athlete from ASU collapsed during an outdoor exercise on Aug.

20 and remains in a Scottsdale hospital as temperatures hit 100°F; the university said it is supporting the athlete and their family.

Old Town has seen decades-long restaurants close and foot traffic fall this summer, leaving local business owners concerned.

City leaders and a new downtown task force plan to discuss revival strategies today (Aug. 24) during the city council meeting.

The Arizona Department of Transportation added three new specialty license plates (Italian American Heritage, Kidney Disease Awareness, and Suicide Prevention) to its 107 offerings today, with plate purchases costing $25 a year and $17 benefiting local charities.