SCOTTSDALE DAILY: What You Need To Know Today (Wed, Sep 29)

Rise and shine, Scottsdale! Let's get this Wednesday started off right. These are the most important things going on around town today.

First, upcoming weather:

• Wednesday: Partly cloudy throughout the day. High: 86 Low: 71.
• Thursday: Clear throughout the day. High: 86 Low: 71.

Here are the top stories today in Scottsdale:

1. Make-A-Wish Arizona CEO Elizabeth Reich announces retirement (AZ Big Media)
2. Family seeks help in search for 20-year-old Scottsdale man with autism (KTAR.com)
3. Arizona Democratic Party threatens to censure Sen. Kyrsten Sinema (KTAR.com)
4. To claim your vehicle after the impoundment period has expired (City of Scottsdale)
5. Arizona Supreme Court rejects Legislature's request to block ruling on mask mandate ban, other laws (The Arizona Republic)
6. Phoenix ranked among the 100 most innovative cities in the world (AZ Big Media)
7. DPS: 1 injured in multi-vehicle rollover crash on Loop 101 in Tempe (FOX 10 News Phoenix)
8. Mesa is Accepting Applications for Mortgage Assistance – Foreclosure Prevention Program (Signals AZ)
9. Family and friends continue search for missing Scottsdale man (KOLD)
10. Tempe outlines plans, priorities for northern part of the city (Phoenix Business Journal)
11. PD: Phoenix mom tried to take her own life after shooting her 2 kids (AZFamily)
12. The Best Things to Do in Phoenix This Week (Phoenix New Times)
13. Scottsdale nurse scammed out of more than $3,000 by company posing as Cash App (12news.com KPNX)
14. Concerts playing Phoenix in October: J. Cole, Jonas Brothers, Maroon 5, Chris Stapleton (The Arizona Republic)
15. Dubs White Signs Off From Phoenix Indie Radio Station KWSS (Phoenix New Times)
16. East Valley freeway set to close in both directions throughout the weekend for ADOT work (ABC15 Arizona)
17. Chandler Police Allegedly Targeted Protesters for Arrest, Served Them Toilet Water in Jail (Phoenix New Times)
18. National Coffee Day deals in Metro Phoenix | Photo Galleries (AZFamily)
19. St. Mary's Food Bank needing help ahead of holiday season (ABC15 Arizona)
20. First Sip: Step Into Another Realm at 36 Below Speakeasy in Arcadia Lite (Phoenix New Times)
21. The 10 Best Phoenix Restaurants For Eating Alone (Phoenix New Times)
22. Another AZ electric car company ready to roll: Atlis Motor Vehicles unveils work truck (AZCentral.com)
23. Red chile chicken not kept hot enough among violations in Phoenix-area restaurant inspections (AZCentral.com)
24. What school districts are doing now that Arizona's mask mandate ban ruled unconstitutional (The Arizona Republic)
25. Oxford Properties Group buys eight industrial sites totaling $182 million from investment firm KKR Co. (Phoenix Business Journal)
26. Innovation analysis puts Phoenix among world's best cities for business future (Phoenix Business Journal)
27. Viewers reach out to Operation Safe Roads about rough Phoenix roads (ABC15 Arizona)
28. Ally Spine Center | Featured (Fountain Hills Times)
29. 'We need our angel back': Family of missing man with autism, Najib "Jubi" Monsif from Scottsdale, asking for help from public after he vanished (12news.com KPNX)
30. ASU completes study with Tempe to cool down bus shelters (The State Press)

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Wednesday, September 29

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Scottsdale Patch Notebook

• Scottsdale Police Department: "There's a good reason (actually, many!) why MONEY rated Scottsdale #9 in the Top 50 Best Places to Live in the U.S. We have the best people living in our world class community. Happy National Good Neighbor Day to all of YOU, our Scottsda..." (Facebook)
• Scottsdale Police Department: "In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, we recognize Officer Damien Mendoza, who joined the SPD in 2001. Born and raised in Scottsdale, he now serves that very same community in his current assignment with the Patrol Division for the Downto..." (Facebook)
• Scottsdale Police Department: "Police Operational Support Director Johnson completed her Master's Degree from the Naval Postgraduate School - Center for Homeland Defense & Security. During the 18-month long program, Director Johnson collaborated with homeland official..." (Facebook)
• Scottsdale Fire Department: "Our GRPSTC recruits are half-way through their academy! #WeCareForYou" (Facebook)
• Scottsdale Police Department: "But first...Coffee ️ Wishing all you java lovers a Happy National Coffee Day! Where's your favorite place to grab a cup of joe in Scottsdale? Name or tag them in comments below. We're always looking for new spots! #BeMore #ScottsdalePD ..." (Facebook)
• Scottsdale Police Department: "Scottsdale, Arizona (September 26, 2021) Scottsdale Police continue to search for Najib Monsif who was reported missing from his home on September 23, 2021. During the initial investigation, police searched the neighborhood and surroundi..." (Facebook)
• Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community: "SRPMIC Offers a Third shot for Immunocompromised SRPMIC is administering the third dose of the COVID-19 vaccine to those who are considered Immunocompromised at the COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic located at the Salt River Gymnasium, 1880 North ..." (Facebook)
• Scottsdale Parks & Recreation: "If you have any information, please contact Scottsdale Police Department at 480-312-5000." (Facebook)
• City of Scottsdale - Government: "Election Day is Tuesday, Nov. 2. This is a Special Election by Mail. No polling places will be provided for this election. To vote, you must be registered by Oct. 4. Every registered voter in the city will automatically receive in t..." (Facebook)
• Scottsdale Public Library: "Continue to celebrate Banned Books Week with us! Colleen and Christina interview staff members about their favorite banned books. Michelle also talks about the Scottsdale Public Library Card Campaign and our goal to reach and exceed 2,00..." (Facebook)
• McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park: "The Merci Train, also known as the French Gratitude Car, has been moved to a new location within the park. It was quite a day with large cranes and equipment, as well as experts on-site supervising the complicated logistics. The Merci Tr..." (Facebook)
• Scottsdale Area Chamber of Commerce: "Put your best foot forward at PM Connect on Wednesday, October 6th at Fred Astaire Dance Studios-North Scottsdale! In addition to great networking, enjoy line dancing, dance lessons, and dance demonstrations from the Fred Astaire dancers..." (Facebook)
• Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community: "SRPMIC COVID-19 TEST RESULTS FOR SEPTEMBER 29, 2021 Total numbers for SRPMIC enrolled members and non-enrolled individuals residing within the Community (columns 1 & 3): • SRPMIC residents completing test: 13,943 • SRPMIC residents testi..." (Facebook)
• Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community: "COVID-19 CASES BORDERING SRPMIC AS OF 09/29/21 The following map shows the number of COVID-19 cases bordering the Salt River Indian Community. The number for SRPMIC represents the combined total number of enrolled members and non-enrolle..." (Facebook)
• Scottsdale Parks & Recreation: "Exciting changes at McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park! Check out this time lapse of the Merci Train's move to a new location at the park!" (Facebook)
• Scottsdale Area Chamber of Commerce: "Wake up to Networking with a Purpose at AM Connect! Join us Thursday, October 21st at Aiden by Best Western to strengthen and grow your network. More info and registration at: https://buff.ly/3CUByHf Aiden By Best Western @ Scottsdale North" (Facebook)
• City of Scottsdale - Government: "See the Art of Kenya Oct. 16 – Jan. 22 in the Scottsdale Sister Cities art exchange. The exhibit will feature the art of professional and working artists from our sister city Uasin Gishu and other areas of Eldoret, Kenya, including se..." (Facebook)

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— Shane McMahon

About me: Born with sports-entertainment in his blood, Shane McMahon has thrilled the WWE Universe with his daredevil decisions both in and out of the ring. The only son of WWE Chairman Mr. McMahon, Shane grew up in sports-entertainment, learning the ins and outs of the business while holding various positions, including referee and announcer. In fact, Shane was the play-by-play man on the debut edition of Sunday Night Heat in 1999. It wasn’t until the younger McMahon stepped out from behind the microphone that the WWE Universe saw how like his father he was, yet different in many ways. There’s no doubt that Shane McMahon inherited his father’s entrepreneurial spirit. However, he put a modern twist on it. He eschewed a suit and tie for a more casual look, not unlike contemporary moguls like Mark Cuban. His flamboyant, cocky attitude could be both endearing and irritating. Perhaps Shane’s crowning moment as a businessman came on March 26, 2001. His father believed he had purchased long-time rival WCW, ending the "Monday Night War" that raged throughout the 1990s. However, Mr. McMahon’s desire to embarrass his former competition gave Shane the opportunity of a lifetime. While his father showboated over his supposed conquest, Shane shocked the world when he appeared in person at the final Monday Nitro to announce that the name on the purchase papers did say McMahon — Shane McMahon. Shane’s devil-may-care attitude carried over from the boardroom into the ring. Most heirs to a billion-dollar company wouldn’t dare risk life and limb in-between the ropes. Shane-O-Mac went above and beyond the call of duty. He surprised the WWE Universe with his athletic ability and willingness to climb, literally, to new heights and take a leap of faith, crashing onto his opponents below. During his in-ring career, McMahon toppled the gigantic Big Show, stood toe-to-toe with Olympic gold medalist Kurt Angle and even defeated his father in a brutal Street Fight at WrestleMania X-Seven. After leaving WWE to pursue other opportunities in 2010, Shane returned on the Feb. 22, 2016, edition of Raw. Surprising the world, he boldly challenged his father and sister for control of WWE's flagship program. He may have come up short in his Hell in a Cell Match against The Undertaker at WrestleMania 32, but his thrilling leap off the top of the structure embodied the tenacity and fearlessness of sports-entertainment’s first family. Perhaps it is his tenacious attitude and willingness to get his hands dirty that made Shane McMahon thrive as the Commissioner of SmackDown LIVE. Shane-O-Mac has led The Land of Opportunity to new heights, whether that has meant fighting the disrespectful Kevin Owens on top of Hell in a Cell, leading a slew of his Superstars in bringing Raw Under Siege, or capturing the 2018 WWE World Cup at WWE Crown Jewel. When his role as Commissioner ended, Shane found success alongside The Miz as a SmackDown Tag Team Champion. Yet, when the duo lost in their Tag Team Title rematch, Shane viciously attacked The Miz. Their rivalry came to a head at WrestleMania 35 where McMahon defeated Miz in a brutal Falls Count Anywhere Match. Test Update. Update 7/21/2021.

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