🌱 Phoenix St. Patrick's Day Events + Car Crashed Into Starbucks

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But first, today's weather:

Pleasant with some sun. High: 80 Low: 59.

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Here are the top three stories in Phoenix today:

1. The nearby City of Glendale is set to change its name temporarily to welcome Taylor Swift as she kicks off her national tour at State Farm Stadium. Mayor Jerry P. Weiers will read a proclamation next week, symbolically renaming the city for the duration of Swift's stay in Glendale until Mar. 18. Local businesses are also joining in the celebration by offering Swift-themed menu items and the Westgate Entertainment District is putting up welcoming messages.(12news.com KPNX)
2. There are a variety of family-friendly and free events to enjoy this weekend in Phoenix, including Majestic Mariposas, a butterfly exhibit at the Desert Botanical Garden, and the Irish Fountain Fest in Fountain Hills. The Phoenix St. Patrick's Day Parade taking place tomorrow, Mar. 11, is a popular event for all ages, followed by a fair at Margaret T. Hance Park. For thrill-seekers, the Carnival at the Park in Bell Bank Park offers unlimited rides with a wristband for $37. Click the link to view all the upcoming events! (ABC15 Arizona in Phoenix)
3. In nearby Scottsdale, a car crashed into a Starbucks yesterday (Mar. 9), injuring two people. The accident occurred when the driver failed to put the car in park and drove into the coffee shop where about 20-25 people were present. The victims suffered non-life-threatening injuries and declined medical treatment. (FOX 10 News Phoenix)

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Today in Phoenix:

• Escape The Fate, At Crescent Ballroom (6:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Looking to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in the Valley? Here are some great deals and freebies you won't want to miss from local participating restaurants.! (ABC15 Arizona in Phoenix)
• Recent data shows that gas prices are up in Arizona — coming in at four-tenths above the national average —, and they may stay up for months. (KJZZ)
• Take a look at all the wacky fun that was had at Ironwood Library’s annual Seuss-tastical Family Literacy Festival this past Saturday! Kids and adults jumped right into literacy activities in celebration of Read Across America Day. Click the link to view photos. (Phoenix Public Library via Facebook)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Friday! See you tomorrow for your next 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.