Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 24th of September.
Good morning, Scottsdale.
🏘️ Community
Scottsdale Firefighters Association will present a $5,000 check to the McDowell Sonoran Conservancy at 8:30 a.m. Friday, Sept.
26 at the McDowell Sonoran Preserve Gateway Trailhead on N. Thompson Peak Parkway. The Conservancy preserves natural open space through science, education and stewardship — a local effort that strengthens our community.
💼 Business
Sweetgreen opened its first Arizona location at Scottsdale Quarter on Sept.
23—customers received free ice cream and succulents on opening day and formed a long line to try the fresh salads and bowls. The restaurant also features an open kitchen where guests watch ingredients being prepared while enjoying its vibrant menu.
📰 Economy
Arizona employers must pay workers at least $15.15 an hour starting Jan.
1, 2026 — an increase from the current $14.70 that follows a CPI report showing a 2.9% rise in prices.
🏛️ Government
After five children were lost to abuse, Arizona lawmakers and advocates discussed reforms to lower the threshold for intervention and improve collaboration with tribal authorities—aiming to better protect at-risk children.
The proposals include enhanced support for group homes and kinship care—steps that if implemented may help prevent future tragedies.
Pornhub will block access in Arizona starting Sept.
26 because it cannot meet a new law that requires sites to verify users are 18 using a government ID or an approved method—state lawmakers signed the law to keep children from accessing explicit content.
📰 Lifestyle
Scottsdale was named the best golf destination in the U.S. for 2025 by The Action Network because it has the highest ratio of public courses, year-round sunshine, and fair lodging prices.
The study of more than 400 cities also placed four other Arizona cities among the top 20 for golf getaways.
🏈 Sports
Maricopa County Chairman Thomas Galvin announced that Andrea Doan is chair of an advisory panel to bring NHL hockey back to Arizona.
The committee, made up of political, business & sports leaders, will work with NHL officials to find an owner and plan for an arena in downtown Phoenix or east of downtown without a set timeline.
🎉 Scottsdale Events
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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.
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.
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.
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.
Aloft Live! Music with Kyle Kovalchick
5-8 p.m. — Aloft Scottsdale — Free entry — Enjoy a laid-back evening with cocktails and live music in Old Town Scottsdale.
Scottsdale Networking Event
12-1 p.m. — Arizona School of Real Estate & Business — $25 drop-in donation — Network and connect with local entrepreneurs to enhance business growth and collaborations.
Highline Autos October 4th Cars and Coffee
7:30-10:00 a.m. — High Street — $5 parking — Explore 400+ exotic, classic, luxury, and JDM vehicles alongside fellow enthusiasts.
ACF Fiorentina Soccer Training Camp
8:45 a.m. – 2:15 p.m. — Scottsdale Sports Complex — Early bird pricing available — Train with official ACF Fiorentina Academy coaches from Italy and enhance your soccer skills.
Scottsdale Networking Event
12-1 p.m. — Arizona School of Real Estate & Business — $25 drop-in fee after two visits — Connect with entrepreneurs and amplify your business presence in a community-focused environment.
Breathwork and Tesla Energy Lights Session
5:30-6:30 p.m. — Scottsdale Arizona — Free entry — Experience a unique blend of breathwork and innovative Tesla BioLights to enhance your energetic healing journey.
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