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Thursday, September 11th, 2025
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Good morning, Scottsdale. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 11th of September.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Lorenzo’s Italian Kitchen in Scottsdale is unveiling a refreshed menu and updated interior under restaurateur Eric J. Greenwald’s direction. The 2,000-square-foot space will serve fan favorites alongside new dishes—such as bolognese topped fries—to give diners a modern twist on classic Italian food. Arizona Digital Free Press
- ➤ Today, Google announced a partnership with Salt River Project to research long duration energy storage projects — the firm will fund pilot studies testing emerging nonlithium ion technologies to help speed up full-scale deployment. The collaboration will study how these systems perform on SRP’s grid for future energy planning. ABC15 Arizona
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Scottsdale Arts is partnering with Bloomberg Connects to offer exclusive guides for SMoCA (Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art) and Scottsdale Public Art, providing detailed exhibition content, audio interviews and behind-the-scenes info via a free mobile app. The app also includes a guide to Canal Convergence (the annual 10‐night public art event) to help visitors learn about upcoming events anytime. Arizona Digital Free Press
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EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Scottsdale native Roberto Perez was named to the online dean’s list at Champlain College in Burlington for the summer semester after earning a GPA of 3.5 — he is majoring in software development. Scottsdale Independent
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Scottsdale City Council voted against suing the state over legislation that allowed Axon to build a new headquarters after a Tuesday executive session left legal questions unanswered—council members said they needed more information before any further action is taken. KJZZ
- ➤ Gov. Katie Hobbs ordered Arizona state buildings to fly flags at half-staff today to honor nearly 3,000 victims of Sept. 11—metro Phoenix will also host tribute events including a flag ceremony at Tempe Healing Field, a candlelight vigil, a memorial beam lighting in Gilbert, and a 9/11 memorial stair climb in Scottsdale. KTAR
- ➤ As fall nears, daylight saving time will end at 2 a.m. on Sunday, Nov. 2, but most Arizonans — who have not observed DST since 1968 due to the state's extreme heat — will keep their clocks unchanged. The Arizona Republic
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A public health guide explained that September 10th was dedicated to raising awareness on suicide by sharing global death rates, local school training under the Mitch Warnock Act, and available 24/7 crisis help resources—this effort aimed to break stigma and support at-risk individuals in Arizona. The Arizona Republic
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Cardinals won their season opener against the Saints with key moments that set the tone for the game—Michael Wilson’s block, Calais Campbell’s run stop, and Mack Wilson’s tackle helped secure the win. These plays boosted the team's confidence and showed their strong effort in the matchup. The Arizona Republic
- ➤ The Arizona Interscholastic Association released the Week 4 high school football schedule for September 11—13 with most games set to start at 7 p.m. and The Republic’s capital-letter picks appearing throughout, including matchups with local teams like Scottsdale Christian and Scottsdale Prep and some varied kickoff times such as a 6 p.m. game. The Arizona Republic
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PCA 70th Anniversary Celebration
9 a.m. – 1 p.m. — The Vault of Scottsdale — Free for AZPCA members — Celebrate 70 years of Porsche Club with gourmet food, exclusive tours, and a vibrant community atmosphere.
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Aloft Live! Featuring Cygnill
5-8 p.m. — Aloft Scottsdale — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of live acoustic music with a blend of reggae, pop, rock, and country hits.
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Rancho Solano Preparatory School Open House
6-7:30 p.m. — Rancho Solano Preparatory School — RSVP required — Explore the high school program and discover diverse course offerings including IB diploma options.
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Arizona Restaurant Week
11 AM – 11 PM — The Quad — Pricing varies by restaurant — Elevate your dining experience with a diverse range of specials from local eateries.
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Get The Led Out - A Tribute to Led Zeppelin
8-10 p.m. — Showroom at Talking Stick Resort — Ticket prices vary — Experience a passionate tribute to the legendary rock music of Led Zeppelin.
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Aloft Live! Featuring Joannah Zamora
5-8 p.m. — Aloft Scottsdale — No cover charge — Enjoy cocktails and light fare while listening to live alternative music.
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Scottsdale Networking Event
12-1 p.m. — Arizona School of Real Estate & Business — $25 drop-in fee — Connect with entrepreneurs and elevate your business in a heart-centered community.
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Scottsdale Oktoberfest 2025
4-11 p.m. — The Hot Chick — Ticket required — Celebrate Oktoberfest with beer, food, and live music at an unforgettable bar crawl experience.
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Chopin and Beyond - Executive Piano
2-3:30 p.m. — ASU Kerr — Check event page for cost — Experience the exciting launch of the Executive Piano Series with a bold celebration of European piano.
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Arizona Stronghold Wine Dinner
6-11:59 p.m. — Citizen Public House — $150 per person — Experience a culinary evening with chef-crafted dishes paired with wines from Arizona Stronghold Vineyard.
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