🌱 Two Cars Crash Into Family's Block Wall In One Month + Safety Luau

Good morning, neighbors! It's Megan Moreno, your host of the Scottsdale Patch newsletter — back in your inbox with an update on what's happening locally. Including...

• One family had two cars crash into their block wall.
• A motorcyclist is dead after a crash last Friday.
• Safety Luau as a precursor to drowning awareness month.

But first, your local weather: It will be mostly sunny and hot, with a high of 108 and low of 88.

Here are the top stories today in Scottsdale:

1. A Scottsdale family has had two cars crash into their block wall within a month of owning their home near Cactus and Scottsdale roads. The Beasley's have a 7-year-old and a new baby coming home from the hospital soon, but they are concerned for their children's safety with these recent events and vehicles frequently speeding near their home. The family plans to make a request to Scottsdale City Council to have speed cameras installed or police stationed near the intersection to address the speeding issues. (FOX 10 News Phoenix)
2. A motorcyclist has died after a crash around 3:30 p.m. last Friday afternoon on the Loop 101 onramp at Scottsdale Road. The man, who has not been identified, was on the ramp when "another vehicle ran him over." The motorcyclist died at the scene. (Arizona's Family)
3. Scottsdale Parks and Recreation is inviting residents to a free luau and "dive-in" movie on Sunday, July 30 from 4 to 9:30 p.m. at the Eldorado Aquatic Center, 2301 N. Miller Road. This annual Safety Luau "will teach you the importance of water safety while practicing your hula skills." Guests will enjoy free open-swim and can watch "Lilo & Stitch" at the end of the night. The event serves to kick off Drowning Impact Awareness Month in August, during which Scottsdale Aquatics will offer free learn-to-swim lessons for all ages. Registration for these August swim lessons begins on July 25. (City of Scottsdale)

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Tomorrow in Scottsdale:

Wednesday, July 12

• Books 2 Boogie at Appaloosa Library (10:30 AM - 11:00 AM)
• Reading Buddies Session 3 at Mustang Library. Register online. (10:30 AM - 12:00 PM)
• Family Read Aloud Fun at Mustang Library (10:30 AM - 11:15 AM)
• Full STEAM Ahead: Critter Fun with Phoenix Herpetological Society at Arabian Library (2:00 PM - 2:45 PM, 3:00 PM - 3:45 PM)
• Knowasis Writing Club at Civic Center Library (3:00 PM - 4:00 PM)
• Virtual PM Connect Hosted by Pair A Dice Carriages. Register online. (5:00 PM - 6:00 PM)
• Family Board Game Night at Appaloosa Library (5:30 PM - 6:30 PM)
• Drumming from the Heart hosted by Cancer Support Community Arizona at St. Patrick Catholic Community, 10815 N. 84th St. (6:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• "After-school programs foster a sense of belonging, build supportive relationships with peers and adult leaders, encourage healthy behaviors, and serve as safe spaces to help young people build and develop the skills they need... Mark your calendars for registration for our Scottsdale Afterschool Programs on July 31 for residents, and Aug. 1 for everyone else... Visit ScottsdaleAz.gov and search 'After School' for all of the important information!" (Scottsdale Parks & Recreation via Facebook)
• "Did you know the Scottsdale Public Library has a video game collection? Escape the heat and browse our selection of Nintendo Switch, PS4, and Xbox One games." (Scottsdale Public Library via Facebook)
• "Join us Sept. 27 at the Westin Kierland Resort for The Business Case for Mental Health, a workshop and panel discussion that sheds light on the strategic and economic benefits of prioritizing mental well-being within organizations. Learn how mental health affects employee productivity, engagement and performance, and steps you can take to promote employee well-being. Details and registration at: bit.ly/44CZwET" (Scottsdale Area Chamber of Commerce via Facebook)
• "We are two weeks away from the annual Back to School Program at Scottsdale Stadium!... Every year, the Back to School Program provides hundreds of Scottsdale families and students with necessary items for the upcoming school year... To learn more, visit ScottsdaleAZ.gov, search 'Back to School Program.'" (Scottsdale Human Services via Facebook)
• "Applications are now open for Arizona Commerce Authority's Small Business Digital Academy. The course teaches entrepreneurs and small business owners how to utilize websites, social media, e-commerce, SEO, CRM, and analytics tools to promote their business digitally. Details: https://bit.ly/41NRlUw" (Scottsdale Economic Development via Facebook)
• "Tom's Thumb and Fraesfield Trailheads have reopened after the Diamond Fire closures. Please proceed with caution if hiking on the trails in the burn area." (Scottsdale McDowell Sonoran Preserve via Facebook)
• "You can never be too safe around water. Dedicate a water watcher!" (Scottsdale Police Department via Facebook)

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Thanks for following along and staying informed. 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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