Glendale Man Rescued From Storm Drain + Homeless COVID-19 Surge

Happy October! Caitlin Sievers here with your brand-new issue of the Phoenix Daily.

First, today's weather:

Sunshine. High: 88 Low: 68.

Here are the top stories today in Phoenix:

1. Phoenix's homeless population is seeing a big surge in cases of COVID-19. A hotel where homeless people with COVID-19 can isolate has been running at near capacity and the organization that provides the local homeless with health care is seriously understaffed. (Associated Press)
2. Two fire departments worked together Thursday to rescue a man from a Glendale storm drain. The man told rescuers he'd been down there since Tuesday, but they couldn't confirm whether his story was true. (Phoenix Patch)
3. Phoenix is No. 3 in the nation for new data center construction, according to a new report. Prices for data center and industrial land have gone up between 20-40 percent in the last year. The city also ranked No. 3 for data center absorption. (AZ Big Media)
4. An "anonymous barista in Phoenix" is sick of poor treatment and rude behavior from customers. Some of her pet peeves are people who don't get off their phones while ordering and those who get mad that their names are misspelled on their disposable cups. (12news)

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Today in Phoenix:

• Taking Steps to End Domestic Violence , virtual walk-a-thon challenge. (5 a.m.)
• Tooth Gem Class: Learn the fundamentals of tooth gem placement from Official Pro Smiles. (5 a.m.)
• Arts Behind Bars: An Inmate Art Show. (11 a.m.)

Phoenix Patch Notebook

• Phoenix Police Department: "Whether you are walking, driving, or riding a bike, it's important to watch out for each other. We all share responsibility. Be aware. Be seen. Be safe. #SeeMeAZ MAG - Maricopa Association of Governments." (Facebook)
• City of Phoenix, AZ USA: "Consider planting native milkweed and native nectar plants to provide habitat for monarchs and other pollinators. Please avoid using pesticides/herbicides on or near your monarch habitat. Phoenix.gov/OEP/Monarch #PHX #September #Planting" (Facebook)
• Arizona Humane Society: "Help us #EmptyTheShelters with Bissell Pet Foundation and adopt next week! From Monday, Oct. 4 to Sunday, Oct. 10, all adoptable pets at both AHS locations will have waived adoption fees." (Facebook)

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— Caitlin Sievers

Have a news tip or suggestion for an upcoming Phoenix Daily? I'm all ears. You can reach me at caitlin.sievers@patch.com.