🌱 PDSD Art Contest Winners + Winning Lottery Ticket In Phoenix

Hello, hello! I'm back with your fresh edition of the Phoenix Patch newsletter. Here are all the most important things to know about what's happening locally.

But first, today's weather:

Warmer with clouds and sun. High: 102 Low: 83.

Here are the top three stories today in Phoenix:

1. Six talented students from Phoenix Day School for the Deaf (PDSD) have garnered national recognition, winning awards in the Youth De’VIA art contest, a competition that emphasizes deaf culture and perspectives. Freshman Michael Montenegro, who earned accolades for his computer-generated art titled "Shine," inspired by the American Sign Language (ASL) sign for the word, wants to use his achievement to uplift others. Meanwhile, art teacher Erwin Carlson hopes to heighten deaf representation in Phoenix, advocating for the creation of ASL murals throughout the city. Click the link to view artwork by the students. (12news.com KPNX)
2. In Phoenix, a man was arrested after hitting two pedestrians with a PT Cruiser near 19th Avenue and Camelback on Sunday night, following a reported altercation. The incident escalated when he subsequently crashed into an SUV while attempting to flee the scene. Both victims were hospitalized, one in critical condition, amid ongoing investigations into potential gunshots in the vicinity. (Arizona's Family)
3. Feeling lucky? A $145,000 Fantasy 5 ticket for Saturday's drawing was purchased in Phoenix! The winning ticket was sold at a Circle K located at 7th Avenue and Roosevelt Street, the Arizona Lottery said. The victorious numbers were: 3, 5, 8, 23, 41. (ABC15 Arizona in Phoenix)

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Today in Phoenix:

Tuesday, August 22

• Bingo At Boycott Bar (6:30 PM)
• Geeks Who Drink Trivia Night At Thunderbird Lounge (8:00 PM)
• Chris Duarte At The Rhythm Room (8:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• If you were commuting yesterday (Aug. 21), you may have noticed I-10 was closed near Mini Stack in Phoenix. The closure was due to a police incident, which was resolved after several hours of negotiations. All lanes have been reopened and the person was arrested and booked and will receive mental health services. (FOX 10 News Phoenix)
• There's plenty to do at the Phoenix Public Library! Click here to view a calendar of events for this week, featuring fun programs for all ages and interests. (Phoenix Public Library via Facebook)
• The City of Phoenix is seeking the public's help in determining the next steps for the development of Phoenix. You can help by contributing to the 2025 General Plan via the PlanPHX survey. Take the survey here. (City of Phoenix, AZ USA via Facebook)

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You're officially in the loop for today. See you all tomorrow morning for another update!

— 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.