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In today's newsletter:

  • Planning your November? See what Hondo Rodeo brings to Chase Field.
  • How a west Phoenix fire displaced two families overnight
  • How one Phoenix teen is helping classmates solve real-world problems

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

Today's riddle: What has a tail, but no body? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Tuesday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 99 and low of 80 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Wednesday: A t-storm around in the p.m., temps: high: 97, low: 81.
  • Thursday: An afternoon thunderstorm, with a high of 99 and low of 83 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Hondo Rodeo returns to Phoenix for third consecutive year (kyma.com) — Phoenix residents can look forward to the Hondo Rodeo returning to Chase Field November 13–15, bringing top rodeo athletes and major country acts like Tim McGraw and Miranda Lambert. Alongside the arena action, a free street festival outside the ballpark will offer food, vendors, live entertainment, and family-friendly activities throughout the weekend.
   

2. 2 families displaced after double house fire in west Phoenix (azfamily.com) — Two families were forced from their homes after a carport fire spread to two houses near 35th Avenue and Roosevelt Street in west Phoenix Monday evening. All seven residents escaped safely, with only minor injuries reported, and firefighters stopped the blaze from reaching additional homes while investigators work to determine the cause.
   

3. WATCH: Phoenix teen helps students turn big ideas into real-world solutions (abc15.com) — A Phoenix teenager, Emilio Sáenz, turned his concern for a friend in an English-only classroom into NaveganteAZ, a bilingual online guide helping Arizona families find schools and language support. He's now mentoring other high school students through his Impactfully program, guiding them to design real-world projects that address challenges like dyslexia, childcare, and accessibility in their own communities.
   

4. PHX Refreshes Concessions with Regional Focus (phoenix.gov) — Travelers from Phoenix will soon see more homegrown food and retail options at Sky Harbor, as the airport rolls out a major concessions refresh highlighting local restaurants, breweries, and shops. New spots in Terminal 4 and a future Terminal 3 concourse will showcase Phoenix favorites and Arizona-made products, while supporting small businesses and adding jobs across the region.
   

5. Arizona Lottery Powerball, The Pick results for Sept. 14, 2026 (azcentral.com) — Phoenix lottery players can now check the Sept. 14 Powerball and Arizona draw game numbers and see exactly where to claim any winnings in town. The article lists the Phoenix mailing address, the main University Drive office, and the Sky Harbor location, along with prize limits and hours, so you know where to go if your ticket hits.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Trulieve Supports Epilepsy Awareness Efforts in Arizona —Alison Walsh Read on Patch
  • Fiesta Sports Foundation Launches Circle of Champions Partnership; Phoenix Children's Named Partner —Justin Liggin Read on Patch
  • Hi there so im 56 married male wanting to find a close Bible study.
    What to learn more and share what God has revealed to me some months ago to help people like my self that been or in a depression state loosing a… (Nextdoor Cactus Park East)
  • I successfully reunited him with his owners!!!
    Found near 7th Ave and Dobbins Sweet dog found multiple people tried catching it me n my friend were finally able to catch it. It was barking and… (Nextdoor South Central)
  • The Solana Doylestown posted a job opening for Housekeeping Associate in Phoenix. Apply here.
  • Kroger posted a job opening for Online Grocery Pick-Up Clerk in Phoenix. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Phoenix here.

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-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Coin (Thank you John W. for sending it in!)
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