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Thursday, September 25th, 2025
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Good morning, Scottsdale. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 25th of September.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ D.A. Ranch Estate Vineyards and Castle Hot Springs have launched the Vines and Vistas experience—combining a helicopter tour over Sedona red rocks with a private vineyard tour and tasting at D.A. Ranch. The unique package is available for registered overnight guests and includes customizable add-ons. City Sun Times
- ➤ Scottsdale Fashion Square will start renovating its Palm Court in January and plans to finish by the holiday season. The upgrade will brighten the area by adding raised ceilings, new seating, a digital display — and Edo Japanese Grill to offer more dining choices. Scottsdale Independent
- ➤ Scottsdale Fashion Square will upgrade its Palm Court center starting January 2026—work that will finish by the holiday season. The renovation will brighten the space with raised ceilings, improved sightlines, updated floors, and a new Edo Japanese Grill. Scottsdale Independent
- ➤ Forbes named Southwest Airlines as the best employer in Arizona for 2025 after surveying over 160,000 workers on wages, work culture and career opportunities. The list also features City of Scottsdale—along with City of Phoenix, Apple and American Express—in the top 10 while Marriott International dropped to No. 11 from last year. The Arizona Republic
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Italian Association of Arizona will hold its 10th annual Italian Festival at Old Town Scottsdale Waterfront—with events running Saturday, Oct.25 from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.—featuring Italian wines, cuisine, live music and a brief appearance by Salvatore Ferragamo Jr. Arizona Digital Free Press
- ➤ The Scottsdale Museum of the West released its fall schedule featuring western films like Young Guns on Oct. 12 and Chisum on Oct. 15 plus special events such as The Resurrection of Billy the Kid opening Oct. 4. The schedule runs through December, offering film screenings and exhibitions that bring the museum's unique outlaw history to the Valley. Scottsdale Independent
- ➤ Scottsdale Arts is partnering with Cattle Arts Track Compound to manage the venue and boost programming such as talks, musical performances and other events. The master plan covers nearly 20,000 square feet of new art spaces on the 11-acre campus plus a historic barn that will become the hub for ArtSpark, a career-development program for emerging artists starting Oct. 1. Scottsdale Independent
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EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Nearly 29 seniors from Scottsdale Unified School District are semifinalists for the 2025 National Merit Scholarship Program—joining more than 400 students statewide. They will now complete a detailed application that includes records, test scores, and an essay to move to the Finalist stage. Arizona Digital Free Press
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Today, the Arizona Cardinals (record two wins and one loss) and the Seattle Seahawks (record two wins and one loss) will face off in a key NFC West game as the division posts the most wins among NFL groups; the Cardinals will meet extra challenges now that running back James Conner is ruled out for the season. This competitive match could reshape standings as teams vie for playoff positioning. Scottsdale Independent
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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