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Good morning Scottsdale! Your connection to what's happening around town is here. Take a sip of coffee and read on. ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- Driving Thomas Road soon? Here's what Scottsdale's big sewer project means
- FDA flags serious compliance issues at a Scottsdale stem cell business
- Want Imagine Dragons at TPC Scottsdale? Here's when tickets go live
Also on today's calendar: Celebrate August in Style: Educator Savings & My Sister's Attic's 35th Anniversary and 7 more events.
Today's riddle: What is the difference between a jeweler and a jailer? 🤔 (Answer below!)
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- Thursday: Near-record temperatures, with a high of 112 and low of 87 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
- Friday: Mostly sunny and very hot, temps: high: 112, low: 87.
- Saturday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 109 and low of 86 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
1. Thomas Road sewer upgrades pave way for major reconstruction project (arizonadigitalfreepress.com) — Scottsdale is tearing into Thomas Road now to install a new sewer line and rehab manholes between 64th and 73rd streets, ahead of a full roadway reconstruction. Expect lane restrictions and construction equipment through at least October 2026 as the city boosts wastewater capacity, then follows with new waterlines and a $24.4 million rebuild of Thomas Road from 56th to 73rd streets. 
2. R3 Medical Companies - 726330 - 08/14/2026 (fda.gov) — A Scottsdale medical company at Dynamite Boulevard and its related entities have received a detailed FDA warning letter over unapproved stem cell and biologic products and significant manufacturing violations. While the firm has paused some operations, the FDA says it's still concerned about past product distribution and compliance gaps, which Scottsdale patients and providers should understand before seeking or offering such treatments.
3. Popular rock band to play Phoenix Open 2027 concert at Coliseum (fresnobee.com) — Imagine Dragons and Counting Crows are set to rock TPC Scottsdale's famous 16th hole during the 2027 Concert in the Coliseum on February 6, just before WM Phoenix Open week. With tickets going on sale August 27 and the tournament running February 8–14 at TPC Scottsdale, local fans can plan early for one of the area's biggest sports-and-music mashups.
4. Arizona and Colombian authorities emphasize commitment to fighting child sexual exploitation (abc15.com) — Federal and Colombian authorities met in Scottsdale to reaffirm a joint crackdown on child sexual exploitation that has already led to 35 arrests and multiple life sentences. Officials stressed the hidden online dangers facing children at home and highlighted ongoing cross-border investigations plus DHS' Know2Protect resources to help parents guide safer internet use.
5. These Arizona restaurants made the Southwest's first Michelin Guide (phoenixnewtimes.com) — Scottsdale's FnB is in the spotlight as chef Charleen Badman earns one of Michelin's first-ever Mindful Voices awards in the new Southwest guide, celebrating her work and Arizona's farmers and winemakers. The guide also honors Scottsdale sommelier John Germain of Reserve, putting local dining talent on an international stage and signaling growing national attention on the city's food scene.
📸 Around Scottsdale
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Scottsdale
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★ Featured events ★
- The Kingston Trio →
Showroom at Talking Stick Resort, 9800 E Talking Stick Wy, Scottsdale
8:00 pm
Saturday September 19
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Other local events
- Celebrate August in Style: Educator Savings & My Sister's Attic's 35th Anniversary →
My Sister's Attic, 6208 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale
9:00 am - PM Connect Hosted by Alerus →
Scottsdale Area Chamber of Commerce Alerus
5:00 pm - Western Spirit Museum unveils New Exhibit: Free Admission for Kids →
Western Spirit Museum: Scottsdale's Museum of the West, 3830 N Marshall Way, Scottsdale
9:30 am - Burrito Express Kicks Off ASU Football with Two New NIL Deal-Driven Burrito Specials NOW AVAILABLE →
Burrito Express, 9619 Hayden Rd, Scottsdale
7:00 am - Maosho →
ASU Kerr, 6110 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale
4:00 pm - Half Off Hush Burger Special Returns to Fire At Will SEPT. 7 →
Fire At Will, 4912 E Shea Blvd, Scottsdale
11:00 am - Chompie's Announces Rosh Hashanah Dinner Specials SEPT. 11 →
Chompie's Restaurant, Deli, and Bakery, 9301 E Shea Blvd, Scottsdale
5:00 pm - 25 Years Later: Together We Remember →
33 Easy St, Carefree
6:00 pm - Cheese, Wine, and Invisalign! →
5717 E Thomas Rd, Scottsdale
5:00 pm
Monday August 31
Wednesday September 2
Saturday September 5
Sunday September 6
Monday September 7
Friday September 11
Tuesday September 15
📣 Scottsdale Shout Outs!
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🗓 Events Nearby
- Municipal Property Corporation Meeting →
Fountain Hills, AZ Calendar
2:00 pm - Q1 - JV Volleyball @ McKemy
Tempe School District McKemy Academy of International Studies, 2250 S College Ave, Tem
4:00 pm - Girls Volleyball
Peoria High School Peoria, AZ 85380
4:00 pm - Family Dance
Sundance Elementary School Peoria, AZ 85380
5:00 pm
Thursday August 27
Friday August 28
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Kittybob is back to his morning walk.
Last week the vet gave him a shot of solensia for his arthritis. He is so happy now! (Nextdoor Echo Ridge At Troon North) - ‼️PLEASE HELP‼️
‼️Edit- crossroads are 70th St and Continental/Roosevelt‼️ Hi, everyone. I'm new to posting here. I'm hoping anyone can help me find my lost Gracie… (Nextdoor Southwest Scottsdale)
- Tommy Bahama posted a job opening for Stock Associate in Scottsdale. Apply here.
- Bashas' posted a job opening for 099 - Bashas' Night Operations Team Member - Thompson Peak & Bell Rd in Scottsdale. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Scottsdale here.
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-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: A jeweler sells watches and a jailer watches cells. (Thank you Jean D. for sending it in!)
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