🌱 New Phoenix Community Garden + Mario Kart-Inspired Apartments

Hello, everybody! I'm back with your new copy of the Phoenix Patch newsletter. Here's what you need to know about what's happening in town.

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But first, today's weather:

Mostly sunny and nice. High: 77 Low: 44.

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Here are the top three stories today in Phoenix:

1. On Wednesday, Phoenix leaders unveiled a new one-of-a-kind community garden in downtown Phoenix. Republic Services Garden at Margaret T. Hance Park is a sustainable garden "that will pay dividends for those visiting and living in our downtown Phoenix community," according to Mayor Kate Gallego. Upon completion, the park will host 33 native desert plants. (All About Arizona News)
2. A new Mario Kart-inspired apartment complex in Phoenix's Roosevelt Row Arts District has unveiled its artist renderings. The apartment complex, called Rainbow Road, is being planned near First Street and Portland Street. The complex will feature a rainbow path, 36 residential units, plus a commercial space on the ground which will likely house a café or restaurant. (Local Today)
3. A Netflix star recently listed a mansion for $13 million in nearby Scottsdale. The estate, located at Desert Mountain luxury community in north Scottsdale, was listed by Mauricio Umansky. Umansky, who will be in town on Feb. 7 to host a private viewing, is known for being the star of Netflix's "Buying Beverly Hills" and the husband of "The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills" star Kyle Richards. (Subscription: The Business Journals)

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Today in Phoenix:

• Artists Of Scottsdale Ranch – Free Art Show, Sale, And Silent Auction At 10585 N 100th St. (10:00 AM)
• Petting Zoo Parking Lot Party At Goldfish Swim School - Ahwatukee (10:00 AM)
• Ikebana Exhibit – A World of Beauty At Japanese Friendship Garden Of Phoenix (9:00 AM)

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From my notebook:

• If you're a fan of live music, check out these concerts in Phoenix this weekend, including Mac Sabbath, Danny Ocean, Rock Lottery, and more! (Phoenix New Times)
• The Phoenix Police Department has earned prestigious accreditation through the Arizona Law Enforcement Accreditation Program. To read the full story, click here. (Phoenix Police Department via Facebook)
• Phoenix Fire Department is now hiring! Do you want to make a difference in your community? Applications close on Feb. 16. (Phoenix Fire Department via Facebook)
• Phoenix artist Gennaro Garcia has opened a self-named gallery at 1114 Grand Ave. in the city. (AZ Big Media)

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That's it for today! I'll see you soon.

— 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.