NE Valley Times

Scottsdale Video Network (SVN) provides round-the-clock telecasts on Cox Cable channel 11 and live streaming options, including coverage of City Council, Planning Commission, and Development Review Board meetings via their YouTube channel.

The SVN program schedule, updated weekly, includes a variety of public meetings. Regular programming may be preempted by meeting coverage.

Among the highlighted programs is the "2023 Twilight Tattoo," featuring soldiers from the U.S. Army Military District of Washington’s ceremonial units. This program airs Thursdays at various times throughout the day.

The network also replays political forums such as the "2024 City Council Candidate Forum" hosted by Arizona Digital Free Press, recorded on September 26, and scheduled for Saturdays. Similarly, the "2024 Mayor Candidate Forum" will be broadcast live on October 2 at noon with replays on Saturdays.

Other notable shows include "Arizona Wildlife Views," which explores recreational and wildlife opportunities in Arizona; "Blue Zones Project | Launch Event," promoting community well-being initiatives; and "Cinetime," showcasing independent films from Chandler’s International Film Festival.

Additionally, viewers can tune into historical and cultural documentaries such as "Hard Times, Simple Times," depicting life during the Great Depression in Scottsdale; "Hashknife Pony Express," chronicling a historic Pony Express route; and "Honoring Preserve Pioneers," detailing the establishment of McDowell Sonoran Preserve.

Programs like “Legends of Airpower” profile influential figures in American air power history through exclusive interviews. Meanwhile, “Lessons in Loyalty” recounts internment camp experiences in Arizona during World War II.

Educational content includes “Neighborhood College,” designed to empower local leaders with necessary tools and information. For military history enthusiasts, “Scottsdale Memorial for the Fallen Dedication” honors service members who sacrificed their lives.

Entertainment offerings include “Spooky Stories of Scottsdale,” where Bruce Wall shares eerie tales about local ghost stories. The show airs Tuesdays and Fridays at multiple times throughout the day.

“Veterans AZ” highlights stories of veterans across Arizona through discussions available both as videos and podcasts. Episodes air Mondays and Wednesdays at several intervals throughout each day.

Gardening enthusiasts can benefit from “Water Wise Fall Vegetable Desert Gardening,” featuring tips from Master Gardener Carol Stuttard on preparing desert gardens for fall planting. Additionally, “Where Summer Winters” delves into the history of resorts in Scottsdale and Phoenix area while “Wildfire Mitigation | Cleaning Up Hazardous Vegetation” discusses wildfire prevention efforts following last year's Diamond Fire incident.