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Hi Fountain Hills, we made it to Thursday!
In today’s fun-for-grown-ups edition: Water bill hike vote, Cheba Hut late-night subs, and Alice in Wonderland onstage + plenty of reasons to put on real pants this week.
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📰 In the news
Colorado River pressures deepen: Nearby Scottsdale may raise water bills again with a 4.5% fee hike for a second year. A hearing and vote are set May 19, with 1% for new water sources — see what’s driving the hike.
Late-night subs and bar service: Cheba Hut will open at 2822 N. 32nd Street in Arcadia late spring, with construction wrapping in May and a Scottsdale Road location slated a few months later — see locations and timelines.
Visual tribute to regional industries: A new large-scale photo mural at Phoenix Sky Harbor’s Terminal 4 has been unveiled, celebrating Greater Phoenix ingenuity with historic and contemporary images, created with the Greater Phoenix Economic Council — read the full story.
Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.
Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175/month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.
Highlights this week:
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💎 Local business spotlight
Local stage magic: Craving a night that pulls you off the couch? Fountain Hills Theater lights up the neighborhood with smart comedies, big-hearted musicals, and youth productions (Alice in Wonderland lands this week), making live performance the easy choice for entertainment close to home.
Coney cravings, solved: When that chili, mustard, and onion urge hits, Detroit Coney Grill brings snap, messy grin energy, and plenty of cozy sides for the table. Easy, unfussy, reliably good, it’s the midweek move when you want satisfying comfort without starting a group-text debate.
Bookish home base: If your TBR needs a nudge, The Poisoned Pen Bookstore keeps Scottsdale readers buzzing with sharp staff picks, mysteries and more, plus near-daily author events, an easy way to meet new favorites and neighbors. Expect discoveries to find you while the community hums around the stacks.
\*These aren’t ads or sponsored placements, just some cool nearby spots we think are worth a visit.
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🫶 We got your back
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Why your last diet didn’t work: Sustained weight loss is nearly impossible with diet alone. Your body literally fights back by making you hungrier the moment you start restricting calories. That’s why more doctors are recommending GLP-1s. The best part? Getting them has never been easier. We compared three programs to help you find the right fit. See which ones stood out →
Thinning hair? Don’t treat the wrong thing: When my ponytail started thinning, I tried the usual stuff (biotin, shampoo, sprays, etc.) and not one of them lasted. Turns out, most products target the strand, not the follicle… and that’s the whole problem. Once follicles go dormant, they need targeted help to come back. The good news? You can get treatment that actually works with no office visits or trips to the pharmacy. Learn about my favorites here →
Six figures you can’t spend: Most homeowners over 50 have spent years dutifully paying their mortgage, assuming the only time it’ll pay off is when they sell. I thought the same thing until I discovered you can tap into the equity you’ve earned whenever you want (without leaving your home). Overdue for a new roof? Want to build your dream bathroom? There are two ways to turn equity into usable cash →
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📆 Fountain Hills for grown ups
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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.
🎸 6 Guitars @ Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts | Thursday (3/12) at 7:00 PM – Park the SUV and head to Scottsdale Center for a one-man concert, comedy, and character sprint as Chase Padgett becomes six guitar-slinging personalities. Blues, Jazz, Rock, Classical, Folk, and Country, all nailed. Finally, something your jazz snob neighbor and your country cousin agree on.
🧀 Charcuterie Class @ Classic Cooking Academy (Scottsdale) | Saturday (3/14) at 11:00 AM – Scottsdale’s Classic Cooking is turning our quarantine grazing habits into actual skill with a hands-on charcuterie class. Learn pairing and styling with an expert, build a board with cheeses, cured meats, crackers, fruit, and herbs, make a salami rose, and enjoy complimentary wine and beer.
🎤 The Magic of Motown @ Mesa Arts Center | Saturday (3/14) at 7:30 PM – Head to the Virginia G. Piper Theater for a Motown hit parade that earns the hype. Temptations, Supremes, Marvin Gaye, Jackson 5, and more, pitch perfect harmonies and tight choreography, so chair-dance like a dignified Mesa local, or stand up and happily embarrass your kids.
🍺 Band of Fools @ Bone Haus Brewing | Saturday (3/14) at 8:00 PM – BoneHaus Brewery hosts Band of Fools, so consider this your excuse to trade the couch for a pint and some proper live music. Good beer, solid company, and grooves that pair well with a night of not checking email.
🍀 Pre St. Patrick’s Day Celebration Dinner @ Scottsdale Elks Lodge #2148 | Sunday (3/15) at 2:00 PM – Warm up your St. Paddy’s spirit at the Scottsdale Elks with a proper corned beef dinner, all the fixings, and none of the amateur-hour nonsense. It’s hearty, neighborly, and benefits AEMP, so your second helping does good. Wear green, bring a friend, come hungry.
🧘 Sound, Salt & Sacred Pathways @ The Halo Sanctuary (Scottsdale) | Wednesday (3/18) at 7:00 PM – Think spa day for your nervous system. This sound bath rolls Himalayan salt therapy, color and aroma vibes, Reiki energy, and an intention-setting labyrinth into one mellow reset, hosted by House of Sound Baths. You lie down, breathe, and let someone else do the heavy lifting.
🎗 Carvin Jones Cancer Benefit @ The Monastery Bar & Grill (Mesa) | Thursday (3/19) at 5:00 PM – Carvin Jones is lighting up The Monastery Mesa for a cancer benefit, and your $20 cover actually helps, not just the sound guy’s caffeine habit. Expect searing blues, raffles, and the rare chance to leave louder and kinder. Bring friends, bring luck, bring cash.
Live music & entertainment:
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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📻 Fountain Hills report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 90°F – Low: 57°F – Precip: 0%
Sunny, with a high near 90. Northeast wind 0 to 5 mph. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 57. North northwest wind 0 to 5 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 92°F – Low: 60°F – Precip: 0%
Sunny, with a high near 92. South southeast wind 0 to 5 mph. Later: Partly cloudy, with a low around 60. North wind 0 to 5 mph.
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