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Scottsdale AZ

27 February, 2022

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Get on up, Scottsdale! It's Monday, so let's get you started with everything you need to know going on in town today. First, today's weather: Sunshine and nice. High: 80 Low: 47. Shoutout to our premier local sponsor: Banner Health makes health care easier in Scottsdale by allowing you to find a doctor online from the comfort of home. Ready to connect with a medical professional? Book an appointment with a Banner Health doctor today! Want to see your business featured in this spot? Click here to apply. Here are the top 3 stories today in Scottsdale: Scottsdale Community College offers free Income Tax Assistance (VITA) on the campus through April 13. Elderly, limited English-speaking individuals and those making less than $58,000 annually can receive free income tax preparation, according to NorthEast Valley News. Volunteers approved by the IRS will prepare returns at BUS 103, 9000 E. Chaparral Rd. in Scottsdale. The program is open from 4 – 8 p.m. through April 13 and Saturdays from 9:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. through April 9. (Northeast Valley News) Scottsdale's first responder scholarship program launched this year to help trainees in both the fire and police departments to afford to pay the bills while training at their particular academy. Your Valley asked Scottsdale Deputy Fire Chief Adam Hoster to describe the SFD cadets' program. Hoster said, "This is a great opportunity for...SFD cadets [to] apply for this scholarship [and] set their sights [on] higher education...this scholarship is really meant for motivated cadets to obtain their EMT certification and possibly their AA degree from a community college in fire science." (Your Valley — Subscribe) Founded in 2001, StandWithUS (SWU) hosts community-wide leadership and educational programs. According to Jewish News of Greater Phoenix, "It combats antisemitism and supports Israel through social media, print and digital materials, films, weekly newsletters, and missions to Israel." Activists Mindy Franklin, Lynn Kahn, and Chana Anderson are hosting an SWU program, "Antisemitism Here and Now," on March 27 at Congregation Beth Tefillah at 6529 E. Shea Blvd. in Scottsdale at 7 p.m. (Jewish News of Greater Phoenix) ICYMI And In Other News: Scottsdale Community College's top-rated theatre department is offering two free-to-the-public-productions. (Northeast Valley News)Gov. Doug Ducey has proposed a new entity, the Arizona Water Authority, to boost water supplies. (FOX 10 News Phoenix) From our sponsor: Today's Scottsdale Daily is brought to you in part by Newrez, a leading nationwide mortgage lender. Make a smart move for your future and refinance with Newrez today. Call 844-979-1707 to connect with a Newrez loan officer. Newrez, LLC (NMLS #3013)f197 Today in Scottsdale: Jill Marderness — Scottsdale Neighborhood Arts Place. (10 a.m.) Yelena Golberg Piano Studio — Scottsdale Neighborhood Arts Place. (3:45 p.m.) Brian Lavelle Ballroom Dance Instructor — Scottsdale Neighborhood Arts Place. (4 p.m.) From my notebook: Scottsdalians, do you want your voice to be heard? The city is updating the Old Town Scottsdale Character Area Plan and sections of the City's Zoning Ordinance specific to the downtown area and needs your input. (Facebook)Registration for Parks and Recreation spring classes begins, TODAY, Monday, Feb. 28 at 8 a.m. for residents and Tuesday, March 1 at 8 a.m. for non-residents. (Facebook)Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community's Member Only Virtual Meeting is, TODAY, Monday, Feb. 28 at 5:30 p.m. (Facebook) More from our sponsors — thanks for supporting local news! Events: Learn How To Reduce Your Risk For Heart Disease During American Heart Month. (Feb. 28)Social Security Seminar. (March 1)Taxes in Retirement Seminar. (March 1) Add your event For sale: Horse Saddles. (Details) Add your item Gigs & services: Get Paid to Test New Technology (U$30 per hour). (Details) Add your gig or service Loving the Scottsdale Daily? Here are all the ways you can get more involved: Send a friend or neighbor this link so they can subscribe.Get your local business showcased in front of readers.Please send me a news tip or suggestion at Geoff Campbell/Patch Contributing Writer. Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Monday! I'll be back in your inbox tomorrow with another update. — Geoff Campbell I live in Scottsdale, and I am a freelance writer, published in print and on the web. Following a 40-year career as a teacher, administrator, and coach, now committed to education in the broadest possible sense.