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News from February 2024

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Enrollment Analysis: Latino students comprised 23.5% of Scottsdale Unified District’s student body in 2022-23 school year

By NE Valley Times | Feb 6, 2024

In Scottsdale Unified District schools, 23.5% of students identified as Latino in the 2022-23 school year.

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Scottsdale Recognized as Gold-Level Bicycle Friendly Community

By NE Valley Times | Feb 5, 2024

Scottsdale, Arizona has once again been acknowledged for its dedication to bicycle-friendly initiatives. The League of American Bicyclists has awarded the city with the prestigious Gold-Level Bicycle Friendly Community designation, extending its elite status for another four years. With this recognition, Scottsdale joins a select group of only 34 gold-level communities across the United States, placing it in the top 10 percent of cities recognized by the League.The Gold-Level Bicycle Friendly Community award highlights Scottsdale's commitment to providing transportation...

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Scottsdale Relaunches Sustainability Awards

By NE Valley Times | Feb 5, 2024

Scottsdale, a city known for its commitment to environmental stewardship, is relaunching its Sustainable Scottsdale Awards Program. The program aims to recognize and celebrate outstanding contributions to sustainability and environmental stewardship within the Scottsdale community. Mayor David D. Ortega emphasized the city's dedication to responsible stewardship of the natural and built environments, stating, "The Sustainable Scottsdale Award Program honors the innovators and dedicated leaders who are shaping a sustainable Scottsdale as a model city, now and into the...

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Scottsdale Update - Feb. 5, 2024

By NE Valley Times | Feb 5, 2024

The WM Phoenix Open, known as "The Greatest Show on Grass," is currently underway in Scottsdale. The tournament combines great golf and a festive atmosphere, making it one of the most exciting stops on the PGA Tour. The event will continue until Sunday, Feb. 11, at Scottsdale's TPC.Drivers in the area should be aware of heavier-than-normal traffic on the Loop 101 Pima Freeway due to the tournament. Tournament-related traffic is expected to increase during the morning and late afternoon from Wednesday through Sunday. To plan accordingly, drivers can find parking...

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Exploring Soil Regeneration as a Solution to Climate Change

By NE Valley Times | Feb 5, 2024

"Kiss the Ground,” a documentary that explores the potential of soil regeneration in combatting climate change and preserving the planet, will be screened in Scottsdale on February 8th. The film delves into the idea of diverting the 60 billion pounds of mineral-rich food materials that end up in landfills each year in the United States and transforming them into compost.Scottsdale Community College will host two screenings of the documentary, from 3:30 – 5:30 p.m. and 6:30 – 8:30 p.m., at the Language and Communications building, room LC-383. In between the showings,...

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Which former NE Valley Times area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Feb. 5?

By NE Valley Times | Feb 4, 2024

These former NE Valley Times area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Feb. 5.

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NE Valley Times area weekly mass times

By NE Valley Times | Feb 3, 2024

The following parishes in the NE Valley Times coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Scottsdale doctor on nasal blockages: ‘We might see situations like stroke and heart attacks that could occur from inflammation’

By NE Valley Times | Feb 2, 2024

Untreated sinus issues can cause many different problems down the line, and it is important to remember during American Heart Month the links between chronic sinusitis and cardiovascular health. According to Dr. Franklyn Gergits of the Sinus and Allergy Wellness Center of North Scottsdale, sinusitis can lead to serious issues such as stroke and heart problems.

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Scottsdale Unified District Education: 1,112 Asian students were enrolled in schools in 2022-23 school year

By NE Valley Times | Feb 1, 2024

In Scottsdale Unified District schools, 5.3% of students identified as Asian in the 2022-23 school year.