Tragedy Leaves 2 Young Girls Dead + Crafeteria Back As Pop Up

Good day, neighbors! It's Caitlin here with today's edition of the Phoenix Daily.

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First, today's weather:

Clear throughout the day and hot yet again. High: 107, low: 86.

Here are the top stories today in Phoenix:

1. Two children are dead and a woman suffered injuries that police said were self-inflicted in a Wednesday evening tragedy in Phoenix. A man was outside the home begging for help when first responders arrived on scene, police said. (Patch)
2. Maricopa County Sheriff Paul Penzone said that local law enforcement have not identified any "specific issues" related to security concerns coming up on the 20th anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks. But he added that law enforcement should be vigilant at all times. (KTAR.com)
3. A partnership between Walgreens Boot Alliance and VillageMD is bringing more primary care clinics to metro Phoenix. The business venture also promises to bring with it hundreds of jobs, the majority of them for science, technology, engineering and mathematics professionals.(ABC15 Arizona)
4. The popular holiday tradition of the Crafeteria is returning to Frances Boutique with a series of pop-ups instead of one large event due to COVID-19. Vendors typically sell things like homemade soaps, jewelry and decor at the Crafeteria. (Phoenix New Times)

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Today in Phoenix:

• New Family BBQ - Sequoya Elementary School. (12 p.m.)
• St. Mary's Food Bank Food Distribution at Brunson-Lee Elementary School. (9 a.m.)
• I’m Not Leaving - Arizona Humanities. (10 a.m.)
• Nonprofit Policy Council - Alliance of Arizona Nonprofits. (10 a.m.)

Phoenix Patch Notebook

• Arizona Humane Society: "You've seen the hashtag #adoptdontshop , but why should you adopt a pet? All of AHS' adoptable pets are spayed/neutered, up-to-date on vaccines, and microchipped. Our adoptions also include a complimentary follow up vet visit with VCA Animal Hospitals and 30 days of free pet insurance from MetLife." (Facebook)
• Phoenix Fire Department: "Phoenix will never forget 9/11. On this 20th anniversary, join us as we hear from first responders on their experiences in the moments following the terrorist attacks. #neverforget #911memorial #September11 #WTC #911anniversary #PHX" (Facebook)
• Phoenix Public Library: "September is Library Card Sign-up Month! Come visit us for a free Phoenix Public Library card at any of our 17 Valley locations. Use your library card to enjoy books, audiobooks, online classes, magazines, music and movies. Check out other eResources and databases you never knew we had. Explore the power of a Phoenix Public Library card!" (Facebook)

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— Caitlin Sievers

About me: I'm a passionate writer and photographer who worked as a reporter and editor for various publications in the Midwest before landing in Phoenix. I have seven roommates. Four of them are cats.

Have a news tip or suggestion for an upcoming Phoenix Daily? Contact me at caitlin.sievers@patch.com.