NE Valley Times

Scottsdale Video Network has announced its January program schedule, offering a variety of shows accessible through multiple platforms including Cox Cable channel 11, live streaming, and the LocalBTV app available on Roku, Fire TV, Apple TV, Android TV, mobile phones, and laptops. Viewers can visit LocalBTV.com for more information.

The network's lineup includes several programs focusing on local history and environmental efforts. "Behind the Business" explores the stories behind longstanding local businesses. It airs Mondays at various times throughout the day and Fridays in both morning and evening slots.

For those interested in historical engineering feats, "Building Hoover Dam" provides insights into one of the seven wonders of the industrial world with footage from the 1950s. This program is scheduled for Sundays and Tuesdays with additional airings on Fridays.

Environmental topics are highlighted in "The Collaborative Road to Restoring Arizona's Forests," airing Thursdays. The show features Lin Sue Cooney alongside Arizona leaders discussing forest protection efforts. Another related program is "Fire & Water: Restoring Arizona’s Forests," which examines Scottsdale's role in forest thinning to prevent wildfires. It is broadcast on Sundays as well as Wednesdays and Saturdays.

Historical enthusiasts can tune into "From Scott to Drinkwater: The History of Scottsdale" on Thursdays to learn about the city's origins and notable figures who have streets named after them.

Practical advice for residents comes from "Grow Strong & Healthy Trees in the Desert," offering tips on tree planting suitable for desert environments. This airs Sundays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays.

Other featured programs include "Hashknife Pony Express," which covers a historic Pony Express route recreated by riders; "Honoring Preserve Pioneers," detailing Scottsdale City Council's establishment of McDowell Sonoran Preserve; and "Legends of Airpower," profiling influential figures in American aviation history.

Community-focused content such as "Neighborhood College" provides resources for effective neighborhood leadership. Additionally, safety-themed programming like "One Short Ride" shares cautionary tales from outdoor activities courtesy of the Arizona Game and Fish Department.

Historical documentaries such as "Operation Glen Canyon" delve into dam construction projects with vintage footage provided by government agencies. Meanwhile, crime stories are revisited in "Scoundrels, Rascals & Cutthroats Part 2."

Veterans' contributions are celebrated in "Veterans AZ," which shares stories from veterans across Arizona through discussions also available as podcasts.

Finally, viewers can enjoy interviews with pioneer families like the Songs in archival shows such as “Yesterdays: The Song Family,” featuring former city manager Dick Bowers.

Public meetings may alter regular programming schedules; updates can be found at ScottsdaleAZ.gov.