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Friday, October 3rd, 2025
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Good morning, Scottsdale. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 3rd of October.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ KTAR News has released an events calendar that shows a wide range of activities across metro Phoenix—festivals, concerts, sports events, and more scheduled through next year. The calendar also lists local Scottsdale events like Taco Fest at Salt River Fields and Canal Convergence on the waterfront. KTAR
- ➤ The Kierland Fine Art and Wine Festival will be held from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov 1-2 at Kierland Commons Main Street, 15210 N. Scottsdale Rd. Visitors will sip wine, browse upscale shops, and enjoy live performances by Inka Gold, Rock Lobster and Sandra Bassett’s Motown Experience. Scottsdale Independent
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ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Major events like the Vrbo Fiesta Bowl drive local growth & community spirit by attracting tourists, creating jobs, & funding public improvements that leave a long-lasting impact on the city. Scottsdale Independent
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ At their Sept. 30 meeting, the Scottsdale City Council updated the ADU zoning rules to comply with House Bill 2928 by allowing one attached and one detached ADU per single-family lot and easing restrictions near airports. The change limits ADU sizes to reduce impacts on water supply and sewer capacity—helping manage neighborhood resources. Scottsdale Independent
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Sonora Quest Laboratories is working with the Arizona and National Kidney Foundations on the CKD Insight program to improve kidney disease testing for at-risk patients—physicians use standing orders for a Kidney Profile test so patients get screening without extra appointments and 2024 data showed up to 300,000 patients may be undiagnosed. Arizona Digital Free Press
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Arizona State University men’s basketball team has signed a single-season partnership with Scottsdale-based Pivot Culinary for performance-driven meals as the season begins this October. Pivot Culinary—founded by Susan Wilcox—has provided made-from-scratch meals for over 50 professional sports teams. Scottsdale Independent
- ➤ ASU quarterback Sam Leavitt has built a record for finishing close games—he turned a 31 to 28 deficit into a 35 to 31 win against Kansas and led a 73-yard drive for a comeback win over TCU—and his strong play has boosted the team's confidence this season. The Arizona Republic
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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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Aloft Live! Featuring Chris Yak Acoustic
5-8 p.m. — Aloft Scottsdale — Free entry — Enjoy a relaxing evening with acoustic tunes and light fare at Aloft Scottsdale.
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