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Wednesday, December 31st, 2025
Good morning, Scottsdale. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 31st of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Scottsdale Independent released its top 10 Scottsdale stories of 2025, which include neighbors opposing plans to add homes to a golf course, changes in city management and council decisions, a $42M resort renovation, and a proposal for a senior living facility at Scottsdale Airpark. Scottsdale Independent
- ➤ Scottsdale Independent released its top 10 local stories of 2025, including neighborhood pushback over a golf course project, city council staff changes, a $42M resort renovation in Paradise Valley, and a new mural in Fountain Hills (the list shows community voices and future projects). Scottsdale Independent
- ➤ Rio Verde Foothills residents have long faced water supply issues since being cut off in 2023. A new water filling station by EPCOR Utilities Inc. will open tomorrow at 7 a.m. off 176th Street (a permanent solution) with customer accounts required (for access). ABC15 Arizona
- ➤ Homeowners in Rio Verde Foothills will gain a permanent water supply tomorrow when EPCOR's new standpipe opens at 7 a.m. About 1,400 homes will use the service, which replaces the city’s standpipe and ends years of uncertainty. Scottsdale Independent
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Chapin House reopened on Nov. 12 at 6310 N. Scottsdale Road in Paradise Valley as a design-forward multi-vendor store under the direction of Heather and Chip Hasssan, replacing Scottsdale Marketplace. The reopening event donated 25% of sales to People Acting Now Discover Answers. Scottsdale Independent
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Scottsdale Community College expanded its First Year Experience courses to help new students build academic plans and access support services (advisors and tutors) early on campus. Early stats show participants have 24% higher retention and improved course success rates. Arizona Digital Free Press
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Arizona will receive under $67M in federal aid for rural hospitals in 2026 through the Rural Health Transition Program, below the average $100M provided to other states. Gov. Hobbs’ office is investigating how CMS determined the allotment as further Medicaid funding cuts could impact rural health services. Scottsdale Independent
- ➤ Scottsdale residents can recycle live Christmas trees and unwired wreaths through Jan. 9 at seven designated drop-off sites including Cactus Park and Chapparal Park, while single-family homes may add trees to their green waste pile during scheduled collection. Scottsdale Independent
- ➤ Homeowners in Rio Verde Foothills will get a permanent water solution tomorrow when EPCOR opens its standpipe at 7 a.m. The new system, serving about 1,400 households, replaces the old city standpipe and offers water at set rates plus improved reliability. Scottsdale Independent
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Scottsdale has been named Arizona’s top city for New Year’s Eve festivities per a WalletHub ranking that listed it as No. 24 nationwide (local venues like W Scottsdale and Caesars Republic are expecting tickets to sell out). KTAR
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Real estate investor Grant Cardone will lead a two-day training event at the Grand Hyatt Scottsdale on Monday, Jan. 12 and Tuesday, Jan. 13, 2026. The workshop will teach strategies for building passive income & scaling investment portfolios for beginners and seasoned investors. Arizona Digital Free Press
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Keyboard Conversations: Chopin — The Romantic
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Virginia G. Piper Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience the romantic brilliance of Chopin through lively polonaises, enchanting nocturnes, and more.
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The Sound of Simon & Garfunkel
3-6 p.m. — Virginia G. Piper Theater — Cost details not provided — Experience a nostalgia-filled afternoon of Simon & Garfunkel classics followed by dinner in Old Town.
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Arizona Balloon Classic
4-9 p.m. — Wild Horse Pass Stadium — Prices vary — Experience breathtaking balloon ascensions and dazzling evening glows amidst food, music, and family fun.
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Songs from Film - A Revue
2:00-3:30 p.m. — ASU Kerr — Check local listings for ticket prices — Enjoy an intimate revue of songs and musings from iconic musicals and unforgettable cinema classics.
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Aloft Live! featuring Chris Yak Acoustic
5-8 p.m. — Aloft Scottsdale — Free entry — Enjoy a laid-back live acoustic performance by Chris Yak while sipping cocktails and light fare.
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Jourdan Rolland Music Event
2-6 p.m. — Continental Golf Club — Free entry — Enjoy a lively mix of genres from this engaging Arizona musician.
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Scottsdale Book Festival
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM — Scottsdale Civic Center — Free entry — Experience a vibrant celebration of books and storytelling with over 200 authors and live entertainment.
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