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Here are the top stories in Phoenix today:
1) Phoenix Suns and Mercury owner suspended for racial slur and must pay a $10 million fine.

Robert Sarver was the subject of a detailed investigation where it was reported, "While it is difficult to identify with precision what motivated Sarver's workplace behavior described in this report, certain patterns emerged from witness accounts: Sarver often acted aggressively in an apparent effort to provoke a reaction from his targets; Sarver's sense of humor was sophomoric and inappropriate for the workplace; and Sarver behaved as though workplace norms and policies did not apply to him."

(Phoenix Patch)

2) Phoenix teacher, Trish Morgan, is the only recipient in Arizona to win a $2,000 grant in nationwide contest for her innovative teaching methods.

"Morgan's teaching idea, 'Biomedical Engineering Academy,' explores how Assistive Technologies, including artificial intelligence, can help shape how people with disabilities can navigate daily tasks."

(Arizona's Family)

2) 3 Well-known shopping centers will be getting makeovers soon.

Paradise Valley Mall, Arizona Center, and Park Central will have new developments in the upcoming months.

(PHOENIX magazine)

3) Expect no big concerts at upcoming Arizona State Fair 2022, however entertainment will be aplenty.

The Arizona State Fair has no big headliners for this year, but entertainment includes monster trucks, acrobats, and a Backyard Concert Series of tribute bands featuring music by The Beatles, No Doubt, Bruno Mars, Journey, Selena and more.

(The Arizona Republic)

5) Maricopa County offers emergency funds to cover emergency home repairs, including air-conditioning for many families.

With temperatures still hitting triple digits, the program recently received an additional $3.6 million, which can help hundreds of homes in the area.

(Arizona's Family)

Today in Phoenix:

  • Chompie's Phoenix Location Offers Exclusive Cotton Candy Frappe for the Kid in Every Coffee Lover. (Details)
  • Diamond Life Witch's Brew. (Details)
  • Chill Pill | Bliss Out. (Details)

From my notebook:


  • "😍 NEW TO THE ADOPTION FLOOR😍 Check out some of the adorable pets who are now ready for a home of their own. All of these cuties can hardly wait to meet you at the Arizona Humane Society! Schedule your adoption appointment to meet them." (Arizona Humane Society via Facebook)
  • "VOTE NOW to help homeless pets in our community! Thanks to your support, AHS has made it into the final round of Bashas' Supermarkets' Community Choice Charity Challenge, but our pets still need your help to win $50K! " (Arizona Humane Society via Facebook)
Photo by City of Phoenix


  • "Nice light on the 🐪 in this picture from 2018. #camelbackmountain" (City of Phoenix, AZ USA via Facebook)
  • "Want to be a part of the Super Bowl experience? The @AZsuperbowl Committee needs 5,000 volunteers to help welcome the world to #PHX and Super Bowl LVII Get started here: AZSuperBowl.com/Volunteer #SuperPHX" (City of Phoenix, AZ USA via Facebook)
  • "100+ Water-saving tips. #waterconservation #conservewater https://buff.ly/3BMY4lM" (Water - Use It Wisely via Facebook)
  • "Nominations Extended until Sept. 16 for MLK Awards Program! If you know someone, including youth, who has made an impact on the quality of life of Phoenix residents, please nominate them for an award. Details about the MLK Awards Program." (City of Phoenix, AZ USA via Facebook)

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— Merichelle Norwood
About me: Merichelle has chronicled her many Arizona adventures since 2016. She is the Founder of the local blog She Moves PHX. You're most likely to find her munching on tacos on a Tuesday, sipping brews at a local cafe, or eating unicorn cakes.
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