🌱 Phoenix Resident Gifted Car + Pet Adoption Fees Waived + New CEO

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Here are the top three stories today in Phoenix:

1. A Phoenix resident who faced homelessness, Angelica Wells, was gifted a 2020 Kia Sol through the collaborative efforts of Family Promise of Greater Phoenix, the National Auto Body Council, Painters Collision Center, and Geico. Wells, who became a mother after adopting her nephews following her sister's passing, found herself struggling financially and without a home. Family Promise of Greater Phoenix provided support and selected Wells as the recipient of the donated vehicle, surprising her with a $1,000 gas card as well. (Daily Independent)
2. To honor Elisa Dillon's contributions to animal welfare, the Arizona Animal Welfare League (AAWL) is waiving adoption fees for all pets through Jun. 30. The AAWL offers dogs and cats that have been vaccinated, microchipped, spayed/neutered, evaluated for behavior and medical conditions, and treated for fleas and ticks. Adoption centers are located at the Sonia Breslow Adoption Center in Phoenix and the Chandler Fashion Center, and onsite cat adoptions are available at Petsmart locations in Scottsdale and Phoenix. (ABC15 Arizona in Phoenix)
3. Jim Currier, the President of Electronic Solutions at Honeywell Aerospace, has been appointed as the new CEO, replacing the retiring Mike Madsen. Currier, who has been with the company since 2006, will assume his new role on Aug. 1 and will report directly to Honeywell International Inc.'s CEO, Vimal Kapur. Throughout his tenure, Currier has held various leadership positions, including President of the aftermarket business for Europe, Middle East, Africa, and India, as well as Vice President of Business Development for engines and power systems. (ABC15 Arizona in Phoenix)

Today in and around Phoenix:

Wednesday, June 21

• Summer Solstice At Sutra Studios (6:00 PM)
• Westgate Wednesdays At Westgate Entertainment District [Glendale] (6:30 PM)
• Geeks Who Drink Trivia Night At Simple Machine Brewing (6:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• If you're looking to celebrate Independence Day with some fireworks, here's a list of all the 4th of July displays and celebrations taking place around the Valley. (ABC15 Arizona in Phoenix)
• Did you know the City of Phoenix Public Works Department offers replacements and repairs if your container is damaged? Click here to schedule a container swap. (City of Phoenix Public Works Department via Facebook)
• An annual study has ranked nearby Scottsdale as No. 3 among the best cities for renters in the U.S. (Arizona Big Media)

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You're officially in the loop for today! I'll be in your inbox tomorrow morning with 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.