Sheriff's Department Joins Search + Bees Swarm + Villa Monterey

Good morning, people of Scottsdale! Geoff Campbell here with the latest Scottsdale Daily. The workweek is coming to a close — check out the Scottsdale Patch for things to do this weekend.

---

First, today's weather:

Another beautiful day — Clear with a high 86, and a low of 70.

---

Here are the top stories in Scottsdale today:

1. Maricopa County Sheriff's Department has been recruited by the Scottsdale Police to join the search for Najib "Jubi" Monsif who has been missing for more than a week. A KPNX interview with the family revealed the increasing anxiety relatives are feeling as the length of Jubi's absence grows. "Although he is a 20-year-old young man, this is a missing child and it needs to be handled as such and addressed as such," said his sister Josie. George, Jubi's brother, said that following an evening of video gaming, "I was saying good night and he said, 'I'm never going to see you again.' I was like, 'what do you mean,' and he said, 'nothing, I'll talk to you later.'" Najib Sr., Jubi's father summed up the family's distress, "We need our angel back; we worry about him, that he's not been hurt." If you have information about this case please call the Scottsdale Police Department at 480-312-5000. (12news.com KPNX)
2. Lurking beneath a manhole cover near Raintree Drive, a swarm of bees sent two people to the hospital, according to KPNX news. The substantial hive was foamed by emergency personnel but only after one victim's injuries were considered critical and another less so. A local beekeeper completed the task of quelling and removing the hive. (ABC15 Arizona)
3. Taking their case all the way to Scottsdale City Council, Villa Monterey residents Lori and Richard Huckle were granted permission to extend a wall around their patio which had previously been prevented by Scottsdale's Historic Preservation Commission (HPC). Reporting in The Daily Independent pointed out the unusual nature of a "$500 landscape project" on the docket of the City Council. The appeal to the Council followed the August denial by the HPC —Mayor David Ortega was asked to weigh in as well, "I would support it as approved." (Your Valley)

---

Today's Scottsdale Daily is brought to you by Newrez, a leading nationwide mortgage lender. Make a smart move for your future and refinance with Newrez today. Call 844-979-1707 to connect with a Newrez loan officer. Newrez, LLC (NMLS #3013)

---

Scottsdale Patch Notebook

• ICYMI: Thursday was National Coffee Day and Scottsdale independent brew houses and chain cafes are serving as usual so don't waste a chance to celebrate a belated National Coffee Day. In Scottsdale — Where To Get Your Joe Fix. (Scottsdale Patch)
• Scottsdale Police Department posts: "There's a good reason (actually, many!) why MONEY rated Scottsdale #9 in the Top 50 Best Places to Live in the U.S. We have the best people living in our world-class community." (Facebook)
• Scottsdale Police Department recognizes: "In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, we recognize Officer Damien Mendoza, who joined the SPD in 2001. Born and raised in Scottsdale, he now serves that very same community in his current assignment with the Patrol Division for the Downtown District." And congratulations to "Operational Support Director Johnson on completing her Master's Degree from the Naval Postgraduate School - Center for Homeland Defense & Security. " (Facebook-Mendoza / Facebook-Johnson)
• The city of Scottsdale Government reminds: "Election Day is Tuesday, Nov. 2. This is a Special Election by Mail. No polling places will be provided for this election. To vote, you must be registered by Oct. 4." (Facebook)
• Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community posts: "SRPMIC offers a third shot for the immunocompromised. SRPMIC is administering the third dose of the COVID-19 vaccine to those who are considered immunocompromised at the COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic located at the Salt River Gymnasium." (Facebook)
• Scottsdale Area Chamber of Commerce announces: "Put your best foot forward at PM Connect on Wednesday, Oct. 6 at Fred Astaire Dance Studios-North Scottsdale! In addition to great networking, enjoy line dancing, dance lessons, and dance demonstrations from the Fred Astaire dancers." (Facebook)

---

From our sponsors — thanks for supporting local news!

Featured businesses:

• Add your business here

Events:

• Taxes in Retirement Webinar—Online. (Oct. 5)
• Security Seminar —Tumbleweed Recreation Center. (Oct. 5)
• Co-Parenting During the Holidays – Scottsdale, Arizona Hub ~ No-Cost Webinar. (Oct. 6)
• Self Defense and Empowerment Workshop —KBX-PHX Studio. (Oct. 8)
• Add your event

---

Gigs & services:

• Get Paid to Test New Technology ($30 per hour) (Details)
• Add your gig or service

---

You're all caught up for today! See you all tomorrow for another update. If you love these newsletters, consider inviting some of your friends and neighbors to read along. You can send them this link to subscribe.

— Geoff Campbell

About me: I live in Scottsdale; I am a freelance writer, published both in print and on the web. Following a 40-year career as a teacher, administrator, and coach, now committed to education in the broadest sense possible.

Have a news tip or suggestion for an upcoming Scottsdale Daily? Email me at scottsdale@patch.com.