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And on the Scottsdale Patch calendar - The18th Annual Gospel Explosion Out of Africa Prophetic Conference

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Hello Scottsdale! Stay connected with the latest updates from around town. Let's dive in! ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Which two Scottsdale restaurants were just cited for major violations?
  • What Lifekind's new Scottsdale headquarters could mean for local healthcare
  • How badly did this week's flooding hit Scottsdale streets?

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

Today's riddle: What day of the year is trucker's day? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Friday: Mostly sunny and less humid, with a high of 101 and low of 73 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Saturday: Sunny; warm with low humidity, temps: high: 101, low: 74.
  • Sunday: Mostly sunny and warm, with a high of 101 and low of 76 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Dirty dishwasher, food residue on can opener among latest Phoenix-area eatery violations (azfamily.com) — Maricopa County's latest Dirty Dining report flags two Scottsdale spots—Detroit Coney Grill on Hayden Road and The Vig on Via Paseo Del Sur—with three major health code violations each. The weekly roundup also lists problem inspections in Phoenix and Tempe, giving Scottsdale diners a timely heads-up on recent food safety issues nearby.
   

2. Lifekind Health relocates corporate headquarters to Scottsdale (azbigmedia.com) — Lifekind Health has moved its global headquarters to north Scottsdale, bringing executive leadership, tech development, and community health initiatives to a new facility on Pima Road. The chronic pain care company plans local acquisitions, a surgical center, and foundation programs that could expand healthcare services, jobs, and innovation opportunities for Scottsdale and Greater Phoenix residents.
   

3. Heavy Rain Floods Phoenix Area, Disrupts Flights to Palm Springs (nbcpalmsprings.com) — Heavy midweek storms flooded roads across the Phoenix area, with water rescues and road closures reported in Scottsdale as some vehicles sat in about two feet of standing water. Sky Harbor briefly halted flights, including some to Southern California, while first responders helped stranded drivers before drier weather moved in on Thursday.
   

4. 400 Credit Union Leaders Walk Into Nashville: Inside Alloya's 15th Birthday Bash (thecreditunionconnection.com subscription) — Credit union leaders are already being invited to Scottsdale, where Alloya's 2027 Credit Union Leadership Symposium is scheduled for Sept. 8–10, bringing hundreds of professionals to town. This year's Nashville event mixed leadership talks, networking, and entertainment while launching a new "Celebrate Your Story" initiative that rewards credit unions for impactful community work.
   

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What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • MISSING!!!
    He got out and we haven't been able to find him. His name is Chiko he went missing around miller and oak on 9-11-26 if found please call Sara at 602… (Nextdoor Scottsdale Villas)
  • MISSING CAT
    Grey Tabby He got out around 11pm last nignt (Tuesday). He has done it before but has always come back within a few hours. He is microchipped. … (Nextdoor Park Lane)
  • PNC posted a job opening for Administrative Assistant II - PNC Wealth Management in Scottsdale. Apply here.
  • Mission Pet Health posted a job opening for Receptionist - Livewell Animal Hospital of North Scottsdale in Scottsdale. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Scottsdale here.

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!

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: 10-4, good buddy! (Thank you Jean H. for sending it in!)
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