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Tuesday, September 30th, 2025
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Good morning, Scottsdale. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 30th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A youth baseball team from Native Nations made history by playing in the 2025 Babe Ruth World Series in Branson, Missouri after being picked from over 160 players at Salt River Pima–Maricopa Indian Community near Scottsdale—former pro DJ Carrasco said the program will build on this success by expanding camps and partnerships to offer more opportunities for Native athletes internationally. Arizona Digital Free Press
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Eight Arizona resorts in Phoenix, Scottsdale and Sedona completed multimillion-dollar renovations this year—updating guest rooms, common areas and event venues. More improvements, including new rooms and upgraded meeting spaces, are planned before the year ends. The Arizona Republic
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson stars as MMA pioneer Mark Kerr in The Smashing Machine where he shows a tougher, more vulnerable side than his usual roles. The film opens Friday, Oct. 3 and is based on a 2002 documentary that follows Kerr's fight with addiction—critics praise his powerful performance. The Arizona Republic
DRINK NEWS
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EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Coronado High School Fall Band Concert will take place on Oct. 9 at 6:30 p.m. in the Eugene L. Hanson Auditorium at 7501 E. Virginia Ave—featuring the Coronado Symphonic Band, wind ensemble, percussion ensemble, marching band and more, with free admission. Scottsdale Independent
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Scottsdale Fire Department opened a new fire station serving the northern area on Sept. 22 — the 12,000 square-foot facility cost $13.7 million, includes four apparatus bays, sleeping quarters for 12 firefighters and other key features, and will host an open house on Oct. 3 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. This station adds to the department's total of 16 locations that serve more than 245,000 residents. KTAR
- ➤ A planned Old Town parking garage is moving ahead despite Mayor Lisa Borowsky’s strong opposition — designers presented two options, Western and Adobe, at a Sept. 18 meeting and construction will begin next summer as public engagement continues. The project cost is estimated at around $15.5 million — and it will replace the existing two-level lot with a four-level facility. Scottsdale Progress
- ➤ An audit report says the Scottsdale Fire Department spends too much on overtime because many top leaders are nearing retirement and there is no written plan to train replacements. Fire Chief Tom Shannon said he is working on a new hiring and training plan — a move supported by city council members who want to keep the department strong. Scottsdale Progress
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Maricopa County Public Health reported that as of Sept. 20, 156 heat-related deaths were confirmed—down from 265 last year—with 370 deaths under investigation compared to 652 in 2024. Officials said better heat-relief efforts like rideshare rides and water distribution helped lower the numbers. ABC15 Arizona
- ➤ In 2024, Arizona hospitals recorded over 5,000 heat-related emergency visits and nearly 1,600 inpatient admissions—a sharp rise from previous years. Health officials and state leaders planned to use the hospital data to guide new measures that protect residents from rising heat risks. The Arizona Republic
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Special Olympics Arizona's unified volleyball team will travel to Poland for the Unified Volleyball World Cup from Oct. 5-8, and its 15-member delegation includes 6 athletes+6 unified partners+2 coaches. The team will compete in the men's/mixed division against eight international teams to show its commitment to inclusion. KTAR
- ➤ Last fall, Clayton Liebman of Notre Dame Prep was injured during a football game when a hit to his chest caused him to collapse and led to emergency brain surgery at HonorHealth Scottsdale Osborn Medical Center. He is now repeating his sophomore year while helping coach the junior varsity team and plans to try driving by his 17th birthday in December. Arizona Digital Free Press
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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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Aloft Live! with Bill Miles - Summer Breeze Music Project
5-8 p.m. — Aloft Scottsdale — Free entry — Enjoy a laid-back evening with live music covers from the 1960s to the 1990s in a cozy setting.
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Mohsen Namjoo Live in Scottsdale
8:00-9:30 p.m. — ASU Kerr — Ticket info not specified — Experience the unique fusion of classical Persian music with rock and blues in an unforgettable solo performance.
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Julia Chacon Flamenco Theatre
7:30-11:30 p.m. — Virginia G. Piper Theater — Admission details pending — Experience the elegance and power of flamenco in a vibrant showcase.
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2025 NMHC Student Housing Conference
9:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. — Grand Hyatt Scottsdale Resort — Cost varies — Connect with leaders in student housing to impact the future of the industry.
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