🌱 Escaped Inmate Captured In South Phoenix + Black Restaurant Week

Hello and happy Wednesday! I'm back in your inbox this morning to walk you through all the most important things happening in town these days.

But first, today's weather:

Mostly cloudy with showers. High: 65 Low: 55.

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Here are the top three stories today in Phoenix:

1. Jonathan Perryman, an inmate who escaped from a work crew in San Luis, was captured at a south Phoenix hotel after being located by members of the Arizona Department of Corrections' fugitive apprehension unit and the U.S. Marshals Service. Perryman, who doesn't have any prior convictions of violence, was incarcerated at Yuma's state prison and had a release date set for June 2026, according to the Department of Corrections. He will now be transferred to a high-security unit and faces administrative disciplinary charges in the prison system and criminal escape charges in the judicial system. (The Arizona Republic)
2. The third annual Black Restaurant Week is kicking off in Phoenix on Mar. 16, with 20 eateries serving up African, African-American, and Caribbean flavors. One of the participating restaurants, Charlie Mae’s Southern Bistro, has been in business for seven years and recently rebranded to focus on southern-style fare. The pandemic forced the restaurant to switch to takeout-only, but they have adapted and are participating in the event to showcase their recovery. (ABC15 Arizona in Phoenix)
3. The Arizona Humane Society is collaborating with several organizations to hold a "Vaccine Blitz" event on Mar. 20 from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at three Phoenix Food City locations. Pet owners can bring their furry friends to receive free DA2PP vaccinations, wellness exams, and microchips. 150 spots are available at each location on a first-come, first-served basis. Click the link to view participating locations. (ABC15 Arizona in Phoenix)

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Today in and around Phoenix:

• Fountain Hills Farmers Market, At 16729 E Ave of the Fountains in Fountain Hills (10:00 AM)
• Climate Conversations: Connections to Natural Material: Native Culture Today and Tomorrow with Yolanda Hart Stevens, At Arizona Humanities (6:00 PM)
• Geeks Who Drink Trivia Night, At Simple Machine Brewing (6:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• In nearby North Scottsdale, Scottsdale and Phoenix fire technical rescue teams helped a man down from a 50-foot boulder on Monday night. (Daily Independent)
• On Tuesday, the Phoenix Fire Department honored the life and sacrifice of firefighter paramedic Bret Tarver. Firefighter Tarver lost his life in the line of duty during a supermarket fire after running out of air. His legacy lives on through training that teaches firefighters how to resolve a mayday situation. (Phoenix Fire Department via Facebook)
• Did you know the City of Phoenix Water Services Department calculates your sewer charges for the year based on your January-March water bill? FYI: Those three months are typically the lowest months of the year for water use in Phoenix. Learn more about water and sewer rates and charges here. (City of Phoenix, AZ USA via Facebook)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Wednesday! I'll see you around.

— Miranda Fraraccio

About me: Miranda Fraraccio is a staff writer for content creation agency Lightning Media Partners. She is a graduate of the University of Rhode Island, where she earned degrees in Writing & Rhetoric and Communication Studies. In her free time, you can find her traveling, drinking tea, or practicing film photography.