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Also on today's calendar: The18th Annual Gospel Explosion Out of Africa Prophetic Conference and 9 more events.
Today's riddle: When geese fly, one side is longer than the other. do you know why that is ? 🤔 (Answer below!)
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1. Cooling keeps failing at Phoenix rentals. Here's what tenants can do (fresnobee.com) — If your air conditioning fails in a Phoenix rental, city rules require landlords to keep units cool enough and in good working order, and you have specific rights when they don't. This guide walks Phoenix tenants through documenting problems, notifying landlords, seeking repairs, getting temporary housing costs reimbursed, and when to consider legal help or city programs during dangerous heat.
2. Phoenix Children's named a 'Best Children's Hospital' for 16th year in a row (yourvalley.net) — Families in Phoenix can take pride that Phoenix Children's has again been ranked among the nation's Best Children's Hospitals and remains Arizona's top pediatric destination. The hospital earned national recognition in multiple specialties and highlights ongoing efforts to expand specialized care, research, and access for children across Phoenix and the Southwest.
3. 7 stories for Phoenix renters this week (Sept. 16) (coppercourier.com) — Phoenix renters get a quick digest of stories affecting their wallets and daily lives, from a 2027 state minimum wage hike to shifting housing market patterns. The roundup also flags Phoenix's role in corporate home buying, new Arizona HOA laws, and resources for renters, while inviting locals to support continued statewide housing coverage.
4. Jason Aldean added to 2027 birds nest lineup (ktar.com) — Fans of the WM Phoenix Open can look ahead to 2027, when Jason Aldean headlines the Coors Light Birds Nest on Thursday night with guest Josh Ross. The concert series, running alongside the tournament at TPC Scottsdale from Feb. 8–14, will also feature Riley Green, Ashley Cooke, Snoop Dogg, and T-Pain, with one night's lineup still under wraps.
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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: because there are more geese on that side (Thank you jo L. for sending it in!)
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