🌱 Deputy Fire Chief Recognized By NFPA + NASA Kiosk At Western Spirit

Hello and happy Thursday. I'm Nicole and I'll be covering for your usual curator Madison for the rest of the week. Please note that your newsletters may be a bit lighter during this time. Now, on to everything you need to know about what's happening in Scottsdale today!

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First, today's weather:

Hot with plenty of sun. High: 110 Low: 81.

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Here are the top three stories in Scottsdale today:

1. Scottsdale deputy fire chief Jim Ford was recently awarded the James M. Shannon Advocacy Medal by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). This award is given to fire and life safety advocates who help reduce losses from fire, electrical, and other hazards. The NFPA recognized Deputy Chief Ford for his "significant contributions" in this area. (Daily Independent)
2. On Jun. 15, Western Spirit: Scottsdale's Museum of the West announced a brand-new educational exhibit kiosk called "Observing With NASA" (OWN), which is on loan from the Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory through Aug. 31. According to a press release, the kiosk offers six activities for the whole family that will engage visitors in "the art and science of NASA imagery." Many of the activities were created around NASA data and include games, puzzles, and other creative projects. Visit scottsdalemuseumwest.org to learn more about OWN and to plan your visit. (Daily Independent)
3. A special Scottsdale edition of Hasbro's classic board game, Monopoly, will be hitting store shelves early next year. Game and puzzle manufacturer Top Trumps USA has licensed the name from Hasbro to create "Scottsdale Monopoly," a customized version that features local landmarks and tourist destinations that Valley residents are sure to recognize. "Scottsdale has an incredibly unique identity as 'The West's Most Western Town,'" said Top Trumps USA representative Katie Hubbard, who cited the city's bustling nightlife, legendary art galleries, and booming tourism industry as reasons that Scottsdale is getting its own Monopoly edition. The game is expected to debut in January 2023 in retail stores like CVS and online through Amazon and other retailers. (Arizona's Family)

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Today in Scottsdale:

• Free Salad Day Benefitting Blue Watermelon Project At MIXT (11:00 AM)
• CAFE Flutes In Concert At Mustang Library (5:30 PM)
• R&B Thursdays At Paris In Scottsdale (10:00 PM)

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From my notebook:

• The City of Scottsdale welcomed Presiding Judge Marianne T. Bayardi to Scottsdale City Court this month. She holds a Juris Doctorate from the University of Arizona College of Law and has more than 30 years of experience in the legal field. Welcome, Judge Bayardi! (City of Scottsdale - Government via Facebook)
• Looking for a new home in and around Scottsdale? Check out these five upcoming open houses in the area. (Scottsdale Patch)
• The Scottsdale Sports Complex shared a behind-the-scenes look at DC Ranch Park, which is scheduled to open later this month. Check out the photos they shared of the newly-planted grass, park benches, and art installation! (Scottsdale Sports Complex via Facebook)
• If you're looking for some local activities to celebrate Juneteenth this weekend, the Tempe History Museum is hosting its 9th Annual Juneteenth Celebration on Saturday, Jun. 18 from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Get the details here. (Nextdoor)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Thursday off right. I'll be back in your inbox tomorrow with your next 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.