Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 29th of September.
Good morning, Scottsdale.
💼 Business
Texas-based Castle Biosciences is leasing 55,000 sqft at 8667 E.
Hartford Drive in Scottsdale’s Perimeter Center to expand its office and laboratory operations. The company said (the new space provides extra capacity for supporting patients and future growth) as it strengthens its local presence.
🎭 Culture
Hispanic Heritage Month is observed with parades, festivals and celebrations from Sept.
15-Oct. 15. According to Census Bureau data, 32.5% — nearly one-third of Arizona’s residents are of Hispanic or Latino heritage, and many locals express personal ties to its history, arts and cuisine.
🎓 Education
On Sept. 22, Scottsdale families gathered at Desert Mountain High School to oppose SUSD’s school consolidation plan as enrollment fell from over 26,000 to under 20,000.
The board may decide on one option by Oct. 6 and community members worry changes could weaken community + funding.
Macerich is expanding its School Cents rewards program at Scottsdale Fashion Square to support up to 10 local schools.
Shoppers earn points for school with each purchase by submitting receipts via the new app and website until March 31, 2027 (from the press release).
Greater Phoenix Chamber of Commerce uses its ElevateEdAZ program to connect local companies with high school students to fill skill gaps.
The program collaborates with over 20 schools and 100 businesses in industries (advanced manufacturing, construction, financial services, health sciences, IT) and is set to boost workforce readiness.
📰 Real Estate
Scottsdale was named Arizona’s best city for renters and the nation’s 7th-best in a RentCafe study released on Sept.
28 (2026) because of its top quality-of-life ranking and strong local economy; however, a high cost of living pulled its overall score down.
🏈 Sports
Horizon Huskies running back Dylan Brush impressed college coaches with his explosive season — rushing for over 400 yards in one game.
He received an offer from Colorado State and holds offers from Arizona, NAU, Ohio, Oregon State and Washington, and he took a trip to Washington over the weekend.
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