E-bikes slash rescue times: The Scottsdale Fire Department began using e-bikes last month in the McDowell Sonoran Preserve to deliver IV fluids and shock gear faster, cutting hiker rescue times by up to 90 minutes — find out how they’re revolutionizing mountain response.
Scottsdale tourism surge: A recent report shows the city welcomed over 11 million visitors in 2024, driving $3.7 billion in local spending and a $22.8 million surplus for municipal services — find out what’s driving the boom.
Spooktacular balloon festival returns: The 13th annual Hot Air Balloon Festival touches down in Scottsdale Oct. 24–26 at Salt River Fields with glow-in-the-dark balloons, trick-or-treating at 20+ tethered balloons, costume contests, live music and more — check out the full lineup.
Arizona wildlife rescue season: Liberty Wildlife is wrapping up its busy season after aiding about 10,000 native birds, reptiles, and mammals affected by extreme heat and human interactions, while monitoring bird flu impacts — learn what you can do.
McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park reborn: Scottsdale’s iconic park reopened this month after a $13.1 million renovation, unveiling a 5,000 sq ft splashpad, indoor playground and Kristine Kollasch’s “Parallel Companion” mural with a hidden time capsule — learn what’s new.
Other Scottsdale headlines this week
- Slick City adds two indoor slide parks
- $650 million Arizona tower project nears completion
- Hunkapi Farm therapy horses help riders heal
- Arizona Community Foundation awarded $37M in grants
- Anhelo opens intimate fine-dining restaurant in Scottsdale
- Underground lines weather Arizona’s triple-digit heat
