Good morning, Scottsdale.

Harkins has dropped A24 films after failing to secure mutually agreeable terms, so movie fans must watch upcoming releases like Primetime at local theaters such as AMC, Cinemark, Regal, and RoadHouse (in Scottsdale and nearby).

Arizona's minimum wage will increase by 50 cents to $15.65 for non-tipped workers on Jan.

1 as part of a voter-approved law that adjusts wages with inflation based on CPI figures. The new rate follows a 3.4% rise in consumer prices this year.

The ninth annual Sisters in STEM Kids Event will be held on Sept.

26 at Saguaro High School, 6250 N. 82nd St. from 10 a.m. to noon. K-8 students from the district will join science, technology, engineering and math activities led by the school’s STEM team.

Arizona became the first state to offer a multistate cosmetology license that allows beauty professionals to work in 13 states — the board issued two licenses on Sept.

11 and is reviewing nearly 20 more.

Chef Damon Brasch, owner of Green New American (a longtime local vegan spot), launches Mother Board Analog Meats, a deli offering Italian subs made with cashew milk and seitan for a hearty, plant-based twist.

The new venture reimagines classic deli flavors for food lovers in town.

A food critic from azcentral has highlighted 10 top sandwiches in metro Phoenix, featuring picks like a pistachio mortadella at AGourmet Surprise and an eggplant parmesan at Andreoli Italian Grocer (in Scottsdale), with each option offering a unique mix of flavors.

Closed sales for single-family homes in Scottsdale increased 11.6% year-to-date while overall sales in Greater Phoenix rose 3.8% through August plus pending sales dropped 1.1% and new listings dipped 2.8% according to Phoenix REALTORS.

Horizon Huskies beat Cactus Cobras 35-3 on Thursday night at home to start their season 3-0.

Horizon will face Sunnyslope next week & build on their strong win after outplaying a top defense.