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In today's newsletter:
- What changes is Scottsdale making to its license plate reader program?
Also on today's calendar: Celebrate August in Style: Educator Savings & My Sister's Attic's 35th Anniversary and 9 more events.
Today's riddle: What has a neck but no head? 🤔 (Answer below!)
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📰 News we're reading
• Scottsdale to keep Flock but orders independent review, safeguards (fresnobee.com) — Scottsdale is keeping its Flock automated license plate reader cameras but ordering an independent audit, stricter misuse penalties, and a public-facing policy webpage to increase oversight. City leaders are responding to regional concerns and a new statewide investigation into ALPR use, aiming to balance crime-fighting tools with civil-liberty protections that directly affect local drivers and neighborhoods. 
📸 Around Scottsdale
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Scottsdale
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- 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 - Thai Chili 2go Announces New Seasonal Specials Beginning SEPT. 1 →
Thai Chili 2go, 16203 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale
11:00 am - PM Connect Hosted by Alerus →
Scottsdale Area Chamber of Commerce Alerus
5:00 pm - 2026 EVCCA Ballot Issues Forum →
Scottsdale Area Chamber of Commerce Rio Salado College 2323 W. 14th St. Tempe, AZ 85281 Rio Salado College Conference Center
8:00 am - SRYP to VIP: Bridging the Gap →
Scottsdale Area Chamber of Commerce DC Ranch Homestead Community Center
11:30 am - 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 - Labor Day - No School
Scottsdale Unified District Scottsdale Unified School District
11:00 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
Monday August 31
Tuesday September 1
Wednesday September 2
Thursday September 3
Saturday September 5
Sunday September 6
Monday September 7
Friday September 11
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Looking for Medical Insurance Brokers.
I am looking to leave job or go part time before Medicare age and looking for Medical Insurance that is somewhat reasonable is overwhelming. (Nextdoor Echo Ridge At Troon North) - Who is looking for the purrfect cat to add to your household?
Alejandro could be the one for you. Look at the little grey spot on his chin! Purrfect age: 2 years old. Purrfect temparment: affectionate and a lap… (Nextdoor Desert Crown Three)
- CCS Facility Services posted a job opening for Janitor - PT in Scottsdale. Apply here.
- Travel + Leisure Company posted a job opening for Houseperson - Wyndham Orange Tree Resort in Scottsdale. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Scottsdale here.
🗞 Nearby News
Fountain Hills
- Sales Representative - DISH jobs hiring near Fountain Hills, AZ at EchoStar (echostar.com)
- Estate Sale September 5th & 6th Saturday Sunday 6:00am---- 1:00pm Lots of Antiques Furniture, Pictures And Frames Much Much More! 13649 N 103rd Ave Sun City AZ Cash Only (fhtimes.com)
- A brighter solution: ASU research leads to migraine-easing lighting (asu.edu)
Paradise Valley
- PVSchools renews career and graduation support at two high schools (yourvalley.net)
Ok Scottsdale! 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
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