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🌱 South Phoenix Light Rail Extension + New Mr. Pickles Location

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Hi all. It's me, Miranda Fraraccio, your host of the Phoenix Daily. Here's all the local news you need to know right now.

But first, today's weather:

Mostly cloudy and cool. High: 60 Low: 41.

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Here are the top three stories in Phoenix today:

  1. The South Phoenix light rail extension will feature a celebration of the city's culture and community. Along the 5.5-mile route from downtown Phoenix to Baseline Road, riders can view sculptures, murals, and other public art focusing on south Phoenix's communities. The light rail extension project is expected to be completed in 2024. (Subscription: The Arizona Republic)
  2. A motorcyclist was arrested on Sunday morning after allegedly shooting into a car on the highway. Kyle Hart, 34, was riding his motorcycle on I-17 near Loop 101 in north Phoenix and reportedly shot at a vehicle. While the Arizona Department of Public Safety doesn't know why the shots were fired, Hart reportedly had prior contact with the driver off the highway. Hart has been arrested, and the driver was not injured. (Arizona's Family)
  3. Mr. Pickles Sandwich Shop opened its first Arizona location in nearby Scottsdale. Menu items include sandwich staples, such as Mr. Pickle, which boasts chicken breast, bacon, Monterey jack, avocado, and veggies. The quick-service restaurant is located at 10701 N. Scottsdale Road on the corner of Scottsdale Road and Shea Boulevard. (AZ Big Media)

Today in Phoenix:

  • Early Eyes At The Rebel Lounge (8:00 PM)

From my notebook:

  • Did you know cancer is the leading cause of death among firefighters? January is Firefighter Cancer Awareness Month. The Phoenix Fire Department is working to prevent cancer and sleep deprivation – read more at the link. (Phoenix Fire Department via Facebook)
  • If you want to add spice to your life, you can add the pup, Pepper! Pepper has been waiting for a home for 65 days at the Arizona Humane Society. Watch videos and learn more about Pepper at the link. (Arizona Humane Society via Facebook)
  • If you want to develop your management skills with the largest council-manager municipality in America, apply for the City of Phoenix's Management Fellowship Program. The deadline for applications is Jan. 27. (City of Phoenix, AZ USA via Facebook)

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— 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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