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Good morning, everybody! I'm back with your fresh edition of the Phoenix Daily. Here's everything you need to know about what's happening these days in town.

But first, today's weather:

Plenty of sun. High: 83 Low: 58.

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Here are the top three stories today in Phoenix:

1. The United States Department of Agriculture awarded $17.1 million to two rural cities in Arizona, funding high-speed internet to thousands of people, businesses, and schools. The federal grant, named the ReConnect Program, is expected to assist Tribal communities in Maricopa County and other counties across the state. (KTAR.com)
2. A woman was shot in Cielito Park during her grandson’s soccer practice. A Phoenix soccer coach helped keep the victim alive until first responders arrived. According to officials, it was not the gunman’s intention to hit the grandmother. Police welcome any tips on the suspect. (Arizona's Family)
3. Some residents neighboring the Cholla Trail on Camelback Mountain are fed up with hikers accessing the trail at early hours, which isn’t permitted. The residents want the city to enforce the policy by giving citations or policing the area. Phoenix Parks and Recreation released a statement saying the department would look into new ways to modify the gate for security. (12news.com KPNX)

Patch deal of the day:

Good knives make all the difference in the kitchen, but you don’t need to overpay for them. Seido Japanese knives are made with strong high-carbon stainless steel (high-carbon knives are more durable and usually more expensive) and have an acute 15-degree angle for a noticeably sharper cutting face (most Western-style knives have edge angles of 25 degrees). For a limited time, Patch readers can get a 5-piece Seido Japanese master knife set for 71 percent off. At just under $70, this chef-quality set is perfect for any home cook and would also make a great gift for the holidays.

(The Patch Deals team scours the web for deals we think you'll love; we may earn a commission on purchases. All deals are as of publication and could change.)

Today in Phoenix:

• Trick-Or-Treat At Children’s Museum Of Phoenix (9:00 AM)
• Performance Pop-Up Series: Thriller Master Dance Class At Herberger Theater Center (6:00 PM)
• Haunted House Attraction At 13th Floor Haunted House (7:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Five new homes have been listed for sale in the Phoenix area. Available properties range from a 1,347 sq. ft., three-bed, two-bath home for $394,900 to a $798,000 home with four beds, two baths, and 2,258 sq. ft. Get all the details at the link. (Phoenix Patch)
• The Desert Botanical Garden hosted a beautiful Día de Los Muertos event to honor lost loved ones and featured dancers from Ballet Folklorico Quetzalli, AZ. (The Arizona Republic)
• The City of Phoenix has established an additional $3.00/hour pay incentive for CDL operators. The incentive is designed to attract qualified applicants amid ongoing bulk trash collection delays. (City of Phoenix Public Works Department via Facebook)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Monday. I'll see you back in your inbox tomorrow morning with another update!

— Miranda Fraraccio

About me: Miranda Fraraccio is a born and raised Rhode Islander, now living in New York. She works as a staff writer for content creation agency Lightning Media Partners and is a graduate of The University of Rhode Island, where she earned a degree in Writing & Rhetoric and Communication Studies. In her free time, you can find her traveling, drinking tea, or photographing her neighborhood as a street photographer.