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🌱Barrett-Jackson: Pitbull, Bret Michaels & Bandit's '77 Firebird

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Morning, Scottsdale! Here's everything you need to know to get this Monday started right.

First, today's weather:

Mostly sunny. High: 68 Low: 41.

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Here are the top 3 stories in Scottsdale today:

  1. Barrett-Jackson started its engine this weekend at WestWorld in Scottsdale. The week-long show will end on Jan. 30. More than 1,800 cars will go to the bidder with the most to offer. Comparatively, the Arizona Republic reported that the auction house sold 1,039 autos last year, and $99.9 million in sales were recorded in 2021. If you go, look for Pitbull, Bret Michaels, and the 1977 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am SE from "Smokey and the Bandit. (The Arizona Republic)
  2. According to Patch reporting, "Edward Vallejo, 63, is facing a charge of seditious conspiracy in addition to other charges. [He is joined by] ten other members of the Oath Keepers for... planning and supporting the Jan. 6, 2021, Capitol insurrection." Vallejo will stay in jail until his trial according to the Judge that considered the matter. The Oath Keepers present at the Capitol on Jan. 6 were accused of "plotting and attempting to use force to stop the transfer of presidential power." (Patch)
  3. PHOENIX, AZ — The Arizona Humane Society is grateful! Even after life, Betty White continues to be a dogs' best friend and a cats', and so on! "The society received more than $84,000 in donations as part of the Betty White Challenge," according to Patch. "Wow, that's amazing," said Kelsea Patton, speaking on behalf of the Society. Ms. White would have turned 100 earlier in the week. (Patch)

ICYMI And In Other News:

  • Arizona Democratic Party censured Senator Kyrsten Sinema over filibuster stance. (FOX 10 News Phoenix)
  • Marijuana in Arizona: How much was spent on recreational pot in its first year since legalization? (FOX 10 News Phoenix)
  • Wind and rain arrive after a steady period of dry weather. (FOX 10 News Phoenix)

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Today in Scottsdale:

  • Ribbon Cutting for Photobrick — Scottsdale Area Chamber of Commerce. (9 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:

  • Want to make a difference — apply to join a civic committee or board by Jan. 27. (Facebook)
  • 68th Annual Scottsdale Parada del Sol Parade & Trails End Festival Feb. 5 in Old Town Scottsdale. (Facebook)
  • Waste Management Open activities shut down the Scottsdale Sports Complex from Feb. 7–13. (Facebook)
  • The City of Scottsdale asks what happens to the horse waste produced during events at WestWorld? Mountain States Wholesale Nursery makes soil with it! (Facebook)
  • Join the Granite Reef Senior Center Valentine's Day Luncheon on Monday, Feb. 14! Call 480-312-1700 to register or go to Recreation.ScottsdaleAZ.gov; enter the keyword "valentine." (Facebook)

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Events:

  • Taxes In Retirement Webinar. (Jan. 25)
  • Mike Massé in Concert: Epic Acoustic Classic Rock — Desert Stages Theatre. (Jan. 29)
  • Social Security Seminar. (Feb. 1)
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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door this Monday! I'll see you soon.

— 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.

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