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Cheers Phoenix! We're back, helping you stay up to date with what's happening. Let's take on the day together! ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Planning your New Year's Eve? See what Phoenix Symphony has planned.
  • Former Phoenix officers indicted after alleged violent off-the-books traffic stop.
  • How TSMC's $265 billion bet is reshaping Phoenix's future

Also on today's calendar: The18th Annual Gospel Explosion Out of Africa Prophetic Conference and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: I'm a rock group with 4 members; one member was assassinated. What am I? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Friday: Partly sunny and very warm, with a high of 106 and low of 85 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Saturday: Mostly sunny and very warm, temps: high: 104, low: 87.
  • Sunday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 104 and low of 85 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. The Phoenix Symphony's Havana Nights: New Year's Eve Gala (phoenixchamber.com) — Phoenix residents can ring in 2027 at The Phoenix Symphony's Havana Nights New Year's Eve Gala at the Arizona Biltmore, supporting music education and community programs. The black-tie celebration features Arturo Sandoval, fine dining, dancing, and a midnight ball drop, with limited high-priced tickets and sponsorships available now.
   

2. Grand jury indicts 2 ex-Phoenix police officers accused in violent traffic stop (azfamily.com) — Two former Phoenix police officers have been indicted on multiple felony charges after an alleged off-the-books traffic stop near 15th Avenue and Broadway Road, where prosecutors say a man and woman were assaulted and a cellphone destroyed. Both ex-officers, previously assigned to the South Mountain Precinct, have pleaded not guilty and are awaiting a November court date.
   

3. Silicon Desert: How TSMC Arizona Put Leading-Edge Chipmaking on American Soil (washingtoncitypaper.com) — TSMC's rapidly expanding chip fabs outside Phoenix are turning the region into a global hub for advanced semiconductor manufacturing, backed by an eye-popping $265 billion investment. The project is expected to bring thousands of high-wage jobs, major tax revenues, and a surge of construction work, firmly tying Phoenix's future to the booming AI and high-tech economy.
   

4. Slain conservative activist Charlie Kirk remembered in Phoenix (azcentral.com) — Residents gathered Thursday outside Turning Point USA's Phoenix headquarters to mark one year since conservative activist Charlie Kirk was killed, with a statue at the site serving as a focal point for tributes. The vigil drew supporters from across the Valley, offering locals a chance to share memories, reflect on his political influence, and show solidarity at a prominent Phoenix landmark.
   

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  • Delta Dental of Arizona Expands its Benefit Offerings Statewide Addressing Whole-Person Health —Justin Liggin Read on Patch
  • Girl Scouts–Arizona Cactus-Pine Council Introduces Patch Pals™ and Girl Scout Sparkables™ for 2027 —Justin Liggin Read on Patch
  • Arizona Auto License Services partners with St. Mary's Food Bank for a month-long food drive —Max Lancaster Read on Patch
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    KIDS ARE WELCOME! Through this weekend Kids get three free cars! Follow the link below: https://map.lflapp.org/qD8aelrBf6b (Nextdoor Piestewa Peak)
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    What decorations have you put up? What have you bought from Spirit Halloween? Have you got your costume yet? Are you gonna make your costume this… (Nextdoor Melrose Manor/ Woodlea)
  • Walmart posted a job opening for Cart Attendant in Phoenix. Apply here.
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Ok Phoenix! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Mount Rushmore (Thank you J.J. W. for sending it in!)
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