🌱 Report Coyote Suspect Sightings + We Love Scottsdale

Hey, friends! It's Megan Moreno, your host of the Patch newsletter. Here's everything you need to know that's happening in town, including:

• The public can help find the coyote involved in recent toddler attacks.
• Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams has a new location in Old Town Scottsdale.
• The National Community Survey shows that residents love Scottsdale!

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But first, today's weather:

Brew up a hot cup of coffee or tea this morning! It will be rather cloudy and cool today, with a high of 67 and low of 47.

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Here are the top stories in Scottsdale today:

1. Remember those coyote attacks from yesterday's newsletter? The Arizona Game & Fish Department needs help from the public to track down the coyote suspect. You can call 623-236-7201 to report any coyote sightings near 94th Street and Thompson Peak Parkway to Cactus Road. Reports can be made 24/7. The coyote in question is suspected to have been fed illegally in the past, as it doesn't appear to fear people. Until this coyote is caught, parents are advised to keep their children close when outdoors. (Arizona Fish & Game Department via Facebook, Subscription: Daily Independent)
2. Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams opened a new location in Old Town Scottsdale at 5th Avenue and Marshall Way on March 1. With over 20 locations nationwide and ice cream pints available in grocery stores, the company is growing rapidly! Customers can choose butter crisp waffle bowls and cones, or traditional bowls and cones, to fill with over 18 flavors. Jeni's prioritizes clean ingredients, the scent of the ice cream and the texture, even using special freezers to keep the texture consistent. (Scottsdale Progress)
3. According to the National Community Survey, residents love Scottsdale! The survey was conducted this past December and January, and results reflect ratings in the 90th percentile for livability, quality of life, daytime safety, and fire, library and utility services. Over 90% of respondents recommend living here and plan to live here for the next five years. In comparison to 2017 responses, the new survey showed slight decreases in overall safety and overall layout, yet slight increases in the perception of the city government's honesty and transparency. The full survey results are at ScottsdaleAZ.gov. (Scottsdale Progress)
4. Tuesday Morning, a discount retailer, is closing several Arizona stores amid financial challenges, including the Scottsdale location at Sonoran Village, 15449 N. Hayden Road, Ste 101. The stores are selling everything, even their equipment and fixtures. After the 11 identified Arizona locations close, only seven will be left in the state and 215 in the country. (NewsBreak)

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Today in Scottsdale:

• The Valley of the Sun JCC is offering bagels! (9:00 AM - 11:00 AM)
• The Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts continues to offer Sun & Sounds, a free outdoor concert series. Guests can enjoy "the bluegrass, folk, and Americana sounds of Cisco and The Racecars and Kim Weston's poetic jazz." (12:00 PM - 4:00 PM)
• The Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts is also hosting Chopin Piano Arts - Masters & Pupils. Tickets must be purchased. (3:00 PM)
• The Valley of the Sun JCC is also offering Teen Basketball! (5:00 PM - 7:00 PM)

Nearby Events:

• The 2023 Arizona Game & Fish Outdoor Expo is taking place at the Ben Avery Shooting Facility! Admission is free, and guests can enjoy family fishing, archery, range activities, food, multiple vendors, and more! (9:00 AM - 3:00 PM)
• The Desert Hills Community School of Music is performing "a spring-themed concert on the Desert Ridge Marketplace stage (21001 N Tatum Blvd., Phoenix)." (5:00 PM)

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From my notebook:

• Hey dino fans! Jurassic World Live Tour will be coming to the Footprint Center in Phoenix July 28-30. Tickets go on sale March 28 at 10 a.m. and can be purchased from Ticketmaster. (KTAR.com)
• In the mood for something sweet? Macayo's Mexican Food is offering $0.77 churros all day today to celebrate its 77th anniversary! Churros are available for takeout or dine-in at multiple locations, including the Macayo's at 8608 E. Shea Boulevard. (ABC15 Arizona in Phoenix)
• The Scottsdale Police Department is helping to recruit heroes! "On April 15th, at 10 locations across the State, there will be career fairs for potential Public Safety dispatchers." SPD will be "at the Maricopa County East & Pinal County event at Mesa Community College Navajo Room, 1833 W. Southern Ave in Mesa between 10 am - 2 pm." (Scottsdale Police Department via Facebook)
• The City of Scottsdale commented on the controversial approval to modify "a one-mile stretch of 68th Street from Indian School Road to Thomas Road." According to the city, "68th Street north and south of that segment is one lane in each direction, and traffic data shows that this segment isn't consistently busy enough to warrant the extra lanes. This project will narrow the road to match the segments north and south of the project, modify raised medians and add right turn lanes and left-turn bays to improve traffic flow and safety. New bike lanes and pedestrian crossings are part of the project as well, making the road friendlier for residents of the neighborhoods on both sides. Learn more about this project: http://ScottsdaleAZ.gov/.../projec.../68th-street-bike-lanes" (City of Scottsdale - Government via Facebook)

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— Megan Moreno

About me: Megan Moreno is a registered nurse, leader, cancer survivor, wife, and mother of two. Megan loves spending time with her husband, who is an Army combat veteran, and their children exploring the beautiful city of Scottsdale.

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