Good morning, Scottsdale.

The nonprofit Community Celebrating Diversity is accepting nominations for its annual Diversity Champions Awards and will honor local champions on Thursday, Jan.

14 at The Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts + nominees must be individuals who empower others and promote civil and human rights.

Two global health firms notified state officials that they plan to lay off over 150 employees in Scottsdale and Tempe; West Pharmaceutical Services is ending a product line causing 98 job losses and Becton, Dickinson & Co. is relocating operations with 57 jobs closing in November and February 2027.

Pet owners can attend a Blessing of the Animals service at Black Mountain United Church of Christ (30600 N.

Scottsdale Road) Saturday, Oct. 3 at 10 a.m.; the event celebrates the Feast of St. Francis with individual pet blessings, treats, and photo opportunities.

Tickets are on sale for Scottsdale Art Week Presented by Scottsdale Ferrari, held March 18-21, 2027 at WestWorld of Scottsdale (a well-known local venue).

The fair will feature galleries and collectors, opening March 18 with a First Look from 2 to 6 p.m. and an Opening Night Vernissage benefiting the Phoenix Art Museum.

Scottsdale voters will decide in November on a $375 million school bond measure — funding safety, tech, and HVAC upgrades at over two dozen schools — as district leaders say current facilities need work amid declining enrollment.

Local groups note the bond can help support property values.

The Cardinals lost 31-7 to the Seahawks on Sept.

20. A promising start turned into collapse as quarterback Jacoby Brissett passed for only 95 yards and key players suffered injuries – including cornerback issues – leaving Coach LaFleur with challenges to fix offense and health.