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Hi there, Scottsdale! We've got your morning read ready! Read on to stay connected. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Experts warn after third suspected murder-suicide linked to Scottsdale
  • Why Scottsdale tops Arizona's list for most expensive gas

Also on today's calendar: America at a Crossroads: Preserving Faith, Family and Freedom and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: The more you take, the more you leave behind. What am I ? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Monday: Hot with plenty of sunshine, with a high of 99 and low of 75 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Tuesday: Sunny and toasty conditions, temps: high: 101, low: 75.
  • Wednesday: Sunshine and hot, with a high of 103 and low of 76 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Psychologist says 'contagion effect' may explain recent Phoenix-area murder-suicides (kpho.com) — A recent suspected murder-suicide in Scottsdale, near Pima and McDowell roads, is the third similar case in the Valley in a month, raising concerns among psychologists about a possible "contagion effect." Experts explain why older adults can be especially vulnerable and stress the importance of open conversations and using resources like the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline.
   

• Gas prices dipped slightly in Arizona last week (kpho.com) — Drivers in Scottsdale are paying the highest gas prices in Arizona right now, with regular averaging about $5.00 per gallon despite a small statewide dip. The piece compares Scottsdale's prices to other Arizona metros and shows how much costs have climbed over the past year for both gas and diesel.
   

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  • A special thank you to the very kind and thoughtful young woman who helped me when I fell outside on the sidewalk in front of Cheesecake Factory this afternoon.
    I am so grateful for your kind help. Also, for the kind help for the folks at Cheesecake Factory and the lady that sat with me. Thank you all! Also… (Nextdoor Grayhawk Condos)
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🗞 Nearby News

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  • Taking Root: News and Invitations from Spirit in the Desert — Grand Canyon Synod of the ELCA (gcsynod.org)

Ok Scottsdale! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "The more you take, the more you leave behind. What am I ?" — Footsteps (Thank you Patty G. for sending it in!)
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