Scottsdale, AZ News Roundup (8/27/25)

Nightlife’s hidden price tag: Scottsdale’s downtown bar district costs taxpayers more in public safety calls than it generates in sales tax revenue — find out why.

15th annual International Jazz Day Festival: The festival returned to Arizona this April — find out what happened.

Honor local veterans: The city is accepting nominations through Sept. 26 for its annual Scottsdale Salutes program, which honors veterans, active-duty military and reservists with banners in Old Town and a Veterans Day reception — find out how to nominate.

Canyon Ranch among wellness elite: Tucson’s Canyon Ranch has been named one of five finalists for Michelin’s inaugural Wellness Award and stands as the only American contender before the winner is unveiled on Oct. 8 — find out what sets it apart.

Mars-like haboob hits Phoenix: A miles-long dust wall engulfed Maricopa County on Aug. 25, unleashing 70 mph gusts, power outages and hundreds of flight delays at Sky Harbor — find out what the NWS forecasts next.

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