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Monday, April 25, 2011

Dust Sets Off Alarm At Scottsdale Healthcare Hospital - Monday, April 25, 2011

Scottsdale Fire Department and Scottsdale PD responded Monday afternoon to a structure fire call at Scottsdale Healthcare Hospital (Osborn) in the 7400 block of east Osborn Road [Map] in Scottsdale, Arizona. The report of a fire alarm sounding call came in to the department at around 2:50 PM.

Scottsdale fire spokeswoman Tiffani Nichols tells Scottsdale Arizona News that fire crews found haze/smoke inside and are checking for the source of the fire. No injuries reported. Some evacuations in progress.

Update 3:20 PM: Nichols says majority of units have been recalled. Fire alarms have been reset. Dust in the area may have set off the fire alarms.... No injuries reported.

Update 3:33 PM: Nichols says the "haze and smoke" source was confirmed to be dust from exterior concrete work that came in through a third floor vent. Three rooms with patients were evacuated on the third floor initially as a precaution. The hospital should be returning to full operation shortly.

Saturday, April 23, 2011

Scott MacIntyre To Perform Easter Sunday at Scottsdale Bible Church

American Idol finalist Scott MacIntyre will perform at Scottsdale Bible Church on Easter morning, Sunday April 24, 2011, according to a Tweet earlier today.

MacIntyre says he will be performing at all morning services with choir, orchestra, band and dancers. 10,000 people are expected to attend the event.

Scottsdale Bible Church is located at 7601 East Shea Boulevard.

Wednesday, April 20, 2011

DPS Barbecue And Raffle For Special Olympics Thursday, April, 21, 2011

DPS hosts its ninth annual Barbeque and Raffle for Champions, in support of the Special Olympics

The Arizona Department of Public Safety (DPS) Ninth Annual Barbeque and Raffle is being held at the DPS Headquarters in support of the Special Olympics, Thursday, April, 21, 2011 from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM.

El Toro BBQ is providing the food. All proceeds benefit the Special Olympics.

On display will be the DPS air rescue helicopter and crew, SWAT team, K-9 officers and dogs, motorcycle officers, bomb squad, and much more.

The BBQ event is located in the north parking lot of the DPS Headquarters at 2102 W. Encanto Blvd Phoenix, Arizona 85009 [Map]. Parking is available to the east and west of the headquarters with shuttles assisting with transporting individuals from the parking lots to the event.

Tuesday, April 19, 2011

Lil Wayne After Party at Myst - Tuesday, April 19, 2011

Power 98.3 FM is reporting that a line is starting to form for the Official Lil Wayne after party at Myst night club in Scottsdale, AZ.

12:55 AM: (6) Lil Wayne Tour Buses in front of MYST [Plixi]

City of Scottsdale

Population 231,127 (2006 estimate)
Housing Units 104,974 housing units (2000) in Scottsdale.
Housing Median Value $220,800 (2000)
Land Area The total area of land in Scottsdale is 184 square miles (2000).

(Source: U.S. Census Bureau)

Friday, April 15, 2011

Watch Coachella Concert Live On YouTube (Friday, April 15, 2011)

Coachella Webcast
Friday, April 15, 2011

On the web: www.youtube.com/coachella

Summer Movie Fun 10 Movies $7 Dollar For Kids (2011)

Harkins Summer Movie Fun program for kids. Kids can enjoy a movie a week for 10 weeks, for less than $1 per film. 10 family movies for $7.00. $4.50 children concession combo. Tickets on sale April 15, 2011.

Adults must be accompanied by kids. First come, first served. While supplies last. Limit of 10 tickets per person at the box office on the first day of sales, April 15.

Summer Movie Fun Locations:
Scottsdale, AZ

Harkins Shea
Harkins Scottsdale 101

Week 1
May 30 - June 3rd
Clifford's Really Big Movie (Rated G)

Week 2
June 6 - June 10
Ramona and Beezus (Rated G)

Week 3
June 13 - June 17
Megamind (Rated PG)

Week 4
June 20 - June 24
How To Train Your Dagon (Rated PG)

Week 5
June 27 - July 1
Despicable Me (Rated PG)

Week 6
July 4 - July 8
Diary of a Wimpy Kid (Rated PG)

Week 7
July 11 - July 15
Shrek Forever After (Rated PG)

Week 8
July 18 - July 22
Yogi Bear (Rated PG)

Week 9
July 25 - July 29
Cats & Dogs (Rated PG)

Week 10
August 1 - August 5
Alpha And Omega (Rated PG)

Thursday, April 14, 2011

Alice Cooper Busted For Speeding Again

Alice Cooper Photo Enforcement Pics
(Courtesy of Scottsdale PD)

Alice Cooper was ticketed last month for speeding, Scottsdale Arizona News has learned.

The 63-year-old rock star has been busted for speeding twice in the last two years -- and both times he was caught by photo radar cameras on Pima Rd.

Alice Damon Cooper, of Paradise Valley, has been accused of speeding 56 mph in a 45 mph zone on March 31, 2011 at 6:46 a.m. at Northbound Pima Road at East Hualapai Drive, according to court records.

Cooper has been summoned to appear, pay the fine amount of $195, enroll in a defensive driving school, if eligible, or request a hearing on or before 5/6/2011 at the Scottsdale City Court.

Wednesday, April 13, 2011

Marissa Wingate Out At KTVK 3TV

Award-winning journalist Marissa Wingate is taking a break from the business, according to 3TV  spokeswoman news anchor Beverly Kidd.

Wingate's bio says she joined KTVK in the summer of 2007.....

via twitter.com/SAC49er

Kurt Warner's Daughter Lands 'Annie' Lead Role

Scottsdale Arizona News has learned, Kurt Warner's daughter, 10, has been tapped for the lead role in 'Annie' at the Valley Youth Theatre in Phoenix, AZ.

Monday, April 11, 2011

Closed: Sunshine Moon Peking Pub

The Sunshine Moon Peking Pub restaurant has closed, according to a statement posted by the business on Facebook.

YouTube: Tearing Down Marsh Station Bridge In 45 Seconds (Interstate 10 East of Tucson)

via http://youtu.be/iO0oPT1YMOM

Sunday, April 10, 2011

Stuck Elevator at Parcel G At Troon Village - Sunday, April 10, 2011

Scottsdale Fire Department E614 and L611 are on the scene at a stuck elevator call in the Parcel G At Troon Village subdivision in the 25200 block of north 114th Street [Map] in Scottsdale, Arizona. The call came in to the department Sunday evening at around 5:47 PM.

Saturday, April 9, 2011

YouTube: Blind Man Hiking Arizona Trail (Mike Armstrong)

via http://youtu.be/Cygdw6sOngQ

Blind Man Hiking Arizona Trail From Mexico To Utah (Mike Armstrong)

via blindmotivation.com

Interstate 17 Reopens After Storm Shutdown

Interstate 17 (I-17) northbound at SR-179 (Flagstaff Dist, Little Antelope Org), Road is now open, according to the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT).

Visit ADOT’s Travel Information site at az511.com, call 5-1-1 within Arizona,or 1.888.411.ROAD outside the state for current information regarding road conditions statewide.

Northbound I-17 Closed Between Sedona Turnoff and Flagstaff

Northbound Interstate 17 is closed between the Sedona Turnoff (State Route 179) and Flagstaff this afternoon due to winter weather conditions, according to the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT).

Drivers with plans to use northbound I-17 to Flagstaff are encouraged to delay their travel until conditions improve and the highway can be reopened. ADOT snowplow crews are working this afternoon to clear snow and ice from I-17 and I-40 in northern Arizona.

Watch Masters Live Online

via www.cbssports.com/masters

Chevy Customer Service Survey Fail

via twitter.com/leiboaz

Friday, April 8, 2011

YouTube: F-16 Fly Over at Chase Field

via http://youtu.be/2iHKGRpQTJA

No Government Shutdown - Friday, April 8, 2011

ScottsdaleArizonaNews.com has learned that there will be no government shutdown tonight. This is temporary. The new possible date is Thursday, April 14, 2011.

Source: Grand Canyon National Park

F-16 Fly Over At Arizona Diamondbacks Opening Day 2011

The AZ Diamondbacks say a flyover by four F-16s from Luke Air Force Base and a post-game fireworks show will highlight the Opening Night festivities when the Arizona Diamondbacks begin their 81-game home schedule at Chase Field against the Cincinnati Reds tonight at 6:40 p.m.

Thursday, April 7, 2011

Snake Removal at Los Gatos - Thursday, April 7, 2011

Scottsdale Fire Department E613 is responding to a snake removal call in the Los Gatos subdivision in the 21800 block of north Calle Royale Street [Map] in Scottsdale, Arizona. The call came in to the department Thursday afternoon at around 4:21 PM.

Snake Removal at Terravita - Thursday, April 7, 2011

Scottsdale Fire Department E615 is responding to a snake removal call in the Terravita subdivision in the 6000 block of east Evening Glow Drive [Map] in Scottsdale, Arizona. The call came in to the department Thursday afternoon at around 4:21 PM.

Snake Removal at Pinnacle Peak Place - Thursday, April 7, 2011

Scottsdale Fire Department E615 is responding to a snake removal call in the Pinnacle Peak Place subdivision in the 8800 block of east Lariat Lane [Map] in Scottsdale, Arizona. The call came in to the department Thursday afternoon at around 3:24 PM.

Steven Lasater Is At Chipotle! (15425 N. Scottsdale Rd)

Steven Lasater is at Chipotle in Scottsdale, AZ, according to a Tweet.

According to his LinkedIn profile, Lasater is owner/ manager at Pi a new concept in baking.

Snake Removal at Winfield - Thursday, April 7, 2011

Scottsdale Fire Department E615 is responding to a snake removal call in the Winfield subdivision in the 7500 block of east Evening Glow Drive [Map] in Scottsdale, Arizona. The call came in to the department Thursday afternoon at around 2:39 PM.

Snake Removal at Sierra Foothills Phase 2 - Thursday, April 7, 2011

Scottsdale Fire Department E606 is on scene at a snake removal call in the Sierra Foothills Phase 2 subdivision in the 10800 block of north 126th Street [Map] in Scottsdale, Arizona. The call came in to the department Thursday afternoon at around 2:20 PM.

Snake Removal (2 Snakes) at 6900 E Windstone Trail & 69th Street - Thursday, April 7, 2011

Scottsdale Fire Department E615 is responding to a snake removal call (2 snakes) in the 6900 block of east Windstone Trail [Map] in Scottsdale, AZ. The call came in to the department Thursday afternoon at around 2:20 PM.

Dave Pratt Live Show Launches on May 2, 2011

Dave Pratt has announced the launch of the Dave Pratt Live Show on TV Radio Facebook! Pratt says the full announcement is coming on April 28th. Show launches May 2nd.

On the web: www.facebook.com/DavePrattLive

Car BBQ at Scottsdale Rd & Paradise Lane

Police and fire officials are responding to a car fire at Scottsdale Rd & Paradise Ln [Map].

1:30 p.m. update: Fire is out.

Tuesday, April 5, 2011

Snake Removal at Prado Estates - Tuesday, April 5, 2011

Scottsdale Fire Department E613 is responding to a snake removal call in the Prado Estates subdivision in the 24200 block of north 91st Street [Map] in Scottsdale, AZ. The call came in to the department Tuesday evening at around 8:35 PM.

Snake Removal at Canada Vistas - Tuesday, April 5, 2011

Scottsdale Fire Department L611 is responding to a snake removal call in the Canada Vistas subdivision in the 8900 block of east Via De Luna Drive [Map] in Scottsdale, AZ. The call came in to the department Tuesday evening at around 8:30 PM.

Snake Removal at Scottsdale Abobe Ranch Townhomes - Tuesday, April 5, 2011

Scottsdale Fire Department E606 is responding to a snake removal call in the Scottsdale Abobe Ranch Townhomes subdivision in the 10800 block of north 117th Place [Map] in Scottsdale, AZ. The call came in to the department Tuesday afternoon at around 5:15 PM.

Monday, April 4, 2011

Snake Removal at Candlewood Estates At Troon North Unit 5 - Monday, April 4, 2011

Scottsdale Fire Department E614 is responding to a snake removal call in the Candlewood Estates At Troon North Unit 5 subdivision in the 10900 block of east Southwind Lane [Map] in Scottsdale, AZ. The call came in to the department Monday afternoon at around 4:18 PM.

Snake Removal at Pinnacle Peak Vistas - Monday, April 4, 2011

Scottsdale Fire Department BR611 is responding to a snake removal call in the Pinnacle Peak Vistas subdivision in the 23100 block of north Dobson Road [Map] in Scottsdale, AZ. The call came in to the department Monday afternoon at around 3:25 PM.

Snake Removal at Pinnacle Peak County Club Unit Four - Monday, April 4, 2011

Scottsdale FD E613 is responding to a snake removal call in the Pinnacle Peak County Club Unit Four subdivision in the 8600 block of east Clubhouse Way [Map] in Scottsdale, AZ. The call came in to the department Monday afternoon at around 3:07 PM.

Snake Removal at Troon Ridge Estates 4 - Monday, April 4, 2011

Scottsdale Fire Department E614 is on scene at a snake removal call in the Troon Ridge Estates 4 subdivision in the 11400 block of east Sand Hills Road [Map] in Scottsdale, AZ. The call came in to the department Monday afternoon at around 12:30 PM.

Snake Removal at Trovia - Monday, April 4, 2011

Scottsdale Fire Department E615 is on scene at a snake removal call in the Trovia subdivision in the 7300 block of east Baker Drive [Map] in Scottsdale, AZ. The call came in to the department Monday morning at around 7:45 PM.

Sunday, April 3, 2011

Snake Removal at Parcel 9 At Stonegate - Sunday, April 3, 2011

Scottsdale Fire Department E606 is responding to a snake removal call in the Parcel 9 At Stonegate subdivision in the 9100 block of north 119th Street [Map] in Scottsdale, AZ. The call came in to the department Sunday evening at around 9:10 PM.

Snake Removal at Los Diamantes - Sunday, April 3, 2011

Scottsdale Fire Department E615 is on scene at a snake removal call in the Los Diamantes subdivision in the 9500 block of north 129th Place [Map] in Scottsdale, AZ. The call came in to the department Sunday afternoon at around 6:05 PM.

Snake Removal at Legend Trail Parcel A - Sunday, April 3, 2011

Scottsdale Fire Department E615 is on scene at a snake removal call in the Legend Trail Parcel A subdivision in the 9500 block of east Preserve Way [Map] in Scottsdale, AZ. The call came in to the department Sunday afternoon at around 5:46 PM.

Snake Removal at McDowell Mountain Ranch Parcel 5 - Sunday, April 3, 2011

Scottsdale FD E610 is on scene at a snake removal call in the McDowell Mountain Ranch Parcel 5 subdivision in the 10600 block of east Queens Wreath Lane [Map] in Scottsdale, AZ. The call came in to the department Sunday afternoon at around 5:46 PM.

The City of Scottsdale has not declared a snake emergency as of 5:53 p.m.

Stay tuned to ScottsdaleArizonaNews.com as we update you further on this story.

Snake Removal at McDowell Mountain Ranch & 102nd Place - Sunday, April 3, 2011

A Scottsdale Fire Department E610 is responding to a snake removal call in the McDowell Mountain Ranch community in the 10200 block of east McDowell Mountain Ranch Rd [Map] in Scottsdale, Arizona. The call came in to the department Sunday evening at around 5:35 PM.

McDowell Mountain Ranch is a 3,200 acre master-planned community in Scottsdale. The community opened to the public in 1995. 26 different neighborhoods, built by 14 builders, and comprises almost 4,000 homes.

Stephanie Fleck Hits The Mall

Arizona State University student Stephanie Fleck is at the Scottsdale Fashion Square food court, according to a Tweet she sent via foursquare.

Fleck's latest Twitter bio says "Bio Wasted Youth †."

Snake Removal at Jomax Rd & Monterra Way - Sunday, April 3, 2011

A Scottsdale Fire Department "truck" is on scene at a snake removal call in the 6800 block of east Monterra Way [Map] in Scottsdale, AZ. The call came in to the department Sunday afternoon at around 4:13 PM.

Snake Removal at Indian Bend Village - Sunday, April 3, 2011

Scottsdale FD L603 is on scene at a snake removal call in the Indian Bend Village subdivision in the 7800 block of east Cactus Wren [Map] in Scottsdale, AZ. The call came in to the department Sunday afternoon at around 4:13 PM.

Snake Removal at Scottsdale Rd & Dale Lane - Sunday, April 3, 2011

Scottsdale Fire Department E613 is on scene at a snake removal call in the 7200 block of east Dale Lane [Map] in Scottsdale, AZ. The call came in to the department Sunday afternoon at around 4:13 PM.

Snake Removal at Tusayan - Sunday, April 3, 2011

Scottsdale Fire Department E614 is on scene at a snake removal call in the Tusayan subdivision in the 24700 block of north 108th Way [Map] in Scottsdale, AZ. The call came in to the department Sunday afternoon at around 3:36 PM.

Stay inside house and close windows and doors unless advised by authorities to evacuate area. Stay calm.

Snake Removal at Ancala East Phase Two - Sunday, April 3, 2011

Scottsdale Fire Department E606 is responding to a snake removal call in the Ancala East Phase Two subdivision in the 12200 block of east Wethersfield Drive [Map] in Scottsdale, AZ. The call came in to the department Sunday afternoon at around 3:30 PM.

Snake Removal at Sincuidados Unit 2 - Sunday, April 3, 2011

Scottsdale Fire Department E615 is responding to a snake removal call in the Sincuidados Unit 2 subdivision in the 8400 block of east Dixileta Drive [Map] in Scottsdale, AZ. The call came in to the department Sunday afternoon at around 12:42 PM.

It is unknown, at this time, if this is the same snake in other recent snake removal calls.

No injuries have been reported. No evacuations have been ordered at this time.

Stay tuned to ScottsdaleArizonaNews.com as we update you further on this story.

Snake Removal at Pinnacle Peak Country Club Unit One - Sunday, April 3, 2011

Scottsdale FD L611 is on scene at a snake removal call in the Pinnacle Peak Country Club Unit One subdivision in the 8500 block of east Country Club Trail [Map] in Scottsdale, AZ. The call came in to the department Sunday afternoon at around 12:30 PM.

Snake Removal at Pinnacle Peak Vistas - Sunday, April 3, 2011

Scottsdale FD L611 is responding to a snake removal call in the Pinnacle Peak Vistas subdivision in the 23000 block of north 94th Street [Map] in Scottsdale, AZ. The call came in to the department Sunday afternoon at around 12:20 PM.

Snake Removal at Ancala North Phase 2 - Sunday, April 3, 2011

Scottsdale FD E606 responded to a snake removal call at around 12:05 p.m. Sunday afternoon in the guard-gated Ancala North Phase 2 subdivision in the 11700 block of east Wethersfield Rd [Map] in Scottsdale, AZ.

Snake Removal at Glenn Moor, Tusayan - Sunday, April 3, 2011

Scottsdale FD E614 responded to a snake removal call at around 11:30 a.m. Sunday morning in the area of Glenn Moor and Tusayan subdivisions in the 10800 block of east Happy Valley Road [Map] in Scottsdale, AZ.

Snake Removal at Pinnacle Peak Heights - Sunday, April 3, 2011

Scottsdale Fire Department L611 responded to a snake removal call at around 1045 a.m. Sunday morning in the Pinnacle Peak Heights subdivision in the 9800 block of east Casitas Del Rio Drive [Map] in Scottsdale, AZ.