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🌱 More Women Enter Arizona Industry + Critics Talk City "Clean Zone"
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Hello, everybody. I'm here with your fresh copy of the Phoenix Daily. Keep reading to find out all the things you need to know about what's going on in town.
But first, today's weather:
A morning shower; cloudy. High: 62 Low: 50.
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Here are the top three stories in Phoenix today:
- Recent statistics from the Bureau of Labor Statistics showed that the number of women in the construction workforce in Arizona is on the rise. About 15.6% of the state's construction workforce is made up of women, a proportion that's second only to Washington D.C. The vice president of a Phoenix women-owned construction firm discussed the trend and how the firm is working to encourage more women to enter the industry. (KTAR.com)
- The City of Phoenix is facing criticism due to its plan to implement a "Clean Zone" in downtown Phoenix in the weeks leading up to the Super Bowl. The zone would make it illegal for people living in the zone to put up any signage unless they get approval from the city and the NFL. (12news.com KPNX)
- Governor-elect Katie Hobbs named a new director for Arizona's Department of Child Safety. Matthew Stewart will serve as the agency's fourth director and first Black director. (12news.com KPNX)
Today in Phoenix:
From my notebook:
- Looking for a new furry family member for the new year? Check out this slideshow roundup of adoptable pets in and around the Phoenix area from the Arizona Humane Society, Maricopa County Animal Care and Control, and the Arizona Small Dog Rescue. (ABC15 Arizona in Phoenix)
- Planning to go out for dinner on New Year's Eve before ringing in 2023? Here's a list of restaurants in the Phoenix area where you can enjoy one last fabulous and special New Year's Eve dinner, such as the surf and turf traditional New Year's Eve dinner at Venues Cafe and a special four-course meal at Hearth '61. (citysuntimes)
- Looking for an easy way to dispose of your live Christmas trees and wreaths? The Public Works Department is offering several drop-off locations for Phoenix residents. Please remove lights, ornaments, and other decorations from trees and wreaths. (City of Phoenix, AZ USA via Facebook)
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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Friday! See you tomorrow for another update.
— Miranda Fraraccio
About me: Miranda Fraraccio is a staff writer for content creation agency Lightning Media Partners. She is a graduate of the University of Rhode Island, where she earned degrees in Writing & Rhetoric and Communication Studies. In her free time, you can find her traveling, drinking tea, or practicing film photography.
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