🌱 Arizona Cancer Foundation For Children Golf Classic + Raccoon Bites

Morning, neighbors! I'm here with your fresh copy of the Scottsdale Patch newsletter, filled with all the things you need to know about what's happening in town. Including...

• Friday golf tournament to benefit families affected by pediatric cancer.
• Suspect from Monday pursuit has been identified.
• Couple bitten by family of raccoons.

But first, your local weather: It will be warm with plenty of sun, with a high of 100 and low of 73.

Here are the top stories in Scottsdale today:

1. Arizona Cancer Foundation for Children, a Scottsdale nonprofit with a mission to "provide social, emotional and financial support directly to families managing the health and well-being of a loved one with pediatric cancer," is hosting an annual golf tournament on Friday, Sept. 15 at 8 a.m. at Camelback Golf Club, 7847 N. Mockingbird Lane. The goal of the charity event is to raise $40,000 to "fund programs and financially help families struggling to make ends meet while their children battle cancer." You can find more information and register for the inaugural Arizona Cancer Foundation for Children Golf Classic here. (scottsdale.org)
2. The suspect who evaded authorities across the East Valley and was arrested in Scottsdale on Monday has been identified as 32-year-old Johnathan Crawford. Crawford was charged with multiple offenses, "ranging from theft and reckless driving to drug possession." Crawford had five active warrants, and he claimed this is why he fled from police. (FOX 10 Phoenix)
3. A Scottsdale couple who lives near Thunderbird and 94th Street found a family of five raccoons in their home, and both individuals were bitten and treated at the hospital. The husband and wife believe that the raccoons entered through their dog door, and the critters were found getting into a bag of dog food. The couple wants to warn other residents not to approach the wild animals and to cover up dog doors if they are spotted outside. (ABC15 Arizona)

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Tomorrow in Scottsdale:

Friday, September 15

• Musical Story Time at Jordan's Corner, 15681 N. Hayden Road, Suite 116. "Join Miss Sunshine for a unique story time experience!" RSVP online. (10:30 AM)
• Junk in the Trunk Vintage Market at WestWorld of Scottsdale, 16601 N. Pima Road. (4:00 PM - 9:00 PM)
• Fish in a bag SLIME at Jordan's Corner, 15681 N. Hayden Road, Suite 116. "Is your little into making SLIME? This class is for them!" RSVP online. (5:00 PM)

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From my notebook:

• "#ScottsdalePD Foundational Behavior No. 4: Be Relentless About Improvement. Regularly evaluate the way you/we work to find ways to improve. Don't be satisfied with the status quo." (Scottsdale Police Department via Facebook)
• "A big thank you to all the women who serve and keep our community safe!" (Scottsdale Police Department via Facebook)
• "Honor those in uniform by nominating them for the Scottsdale Salutes program... Veterans, active-duty service members, and members of the National Guard and reserves who live in Scottsdale, or are from Scottsdale, are eligible for recognition. Submit nominations by Friday, Sept. 22: ScottsdaleAZ.gov/veterans/scottsdale-salutes" (City of Scottsdale - Government via Facebook)
• "Who needs a weather report? This @valleyho mural knows — sunshine is served daily in #OldTownScottsdale!" (Old Town Scottsdale via Facebook)
• "Take your networking to a higher degree at AM Connect - Thursday, Sept. 21 from 7:30-9 a.m. at Scottsdale Community College... Register now for a morning filled with conversation, opportunity, and lots of fun! Info and Registration at: https://bit.ly/480nUmi" (Scottsdale Area Chamber of Commerce via Facebook)

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That's it for today. See you all tomorrow for another update!

— Megan Moreno

About me: Dr. 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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