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🌱 Temps In 90s Expected This Week + City Legalizes E-Bikes

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Good day, neighbors! It's me again, Nicole Fallon-Peek, your host of the Phoenix Daily.

First, today's weather:

Brilliant sunshine. High: 79 Low: 53.

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Here are the top three stories in Phoenix today:

  1. Forecasters predict that temperatures will reach 93 degrees in Phoenix by Friday, the first time the Valley has seen 90-degree weather since the start of 2022. A high of 96 is expected for Saturday. Phoenix typically sees 90-degree weather by Mar. 30. (Phoenix Patch)
  2. The Phoenix City Council legalized the use of electric bikes on city public streets. The city's ordinance allows Class 1 and 2 e-bikes, which can go as fast as 20 mph. The council also extended its electric scooter program for another year in the downtown area. (Daily Independent)
  3. Phoenix native and nationally-known trumpeter, Jessie McGuire, will open the Scottsdale Jazz Festival on Apr. 30. McGuire has performed at major sporting events for three U.S. presidents and is famous for his performance of "The Star-Spangled Banner." Most recently McGuire played at the 2014 NFL Playoff game and the 2018 Philadelphia Eagles Super Bowl Parade. (Daily Independent)

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Today in Phoenix:

  • Adult Art Class With Katie At Tolleson Public Library (10:00 AM)
  • Social Security 101: Everything You Wanted To Know - Online Event (12:00 PM)
  • Art Class For Kids With Diana At Tolleson Public Library (4:00 PM)
  • Walk-In Wednesdays Open Mic Night At City of Tempe Meetings (5:00 PM)

From my notebook:

  • BEG Bakery and Creamery in Scottsdale offers vegan and gluten-free treats. The family-owned bakery that specializes in desserts for vegans and those battling autoimmune diseases is worth the 30-minute drive from Phoenix. (Phoenix New Times)
  • Chic Chef Marketplace, located in midtown Phoenix, is one of the black-owned restaurants participating in Black Restaurant Week in Phoenix. Owned by West Valley resident Nik Fields, the business is a luxury market for gourmet foods, teas, and specialty condiments. (ABC15 Arizona in Phoenix)
  • Find your dream home in this latest listing of homes on the market in the Phoenix area. View homes at every price point and click on the link to see the full real estate listing. (Phoenix Patch)

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You're officially in the loop for today. See you all tomorrow for another update!

— Nicole Fallon-Peek

About me: Nicole Fallon-Peek is a journalist and copywriter with a degree in Media, Culture and Communication from New York University. She has served as a freelance reporter, managing editor, copy editor, and editorial director for a variety of B2B news outlets. She currently co-owns and operates content creation agency Lightning Media Partners.

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