🌱 Arrest Warrant Phone Scam + Adopt-A-Family + Parkinson's Fundraiser

Good morning, everybody! I'm back with your fresh copy of the Scottsdale Daily, fresh off the presses. Let's get this Friday started off right with a quick dive into the most important things happening around town.

But first, today's weather:

Mostly sunny. High: 89 Low: 65.

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Here are the top 3 stories in Scottsdale today:

1. The Scottsdale Police Department has issued a warning to community members about a new scam involving callers who falsely claim to be police officers. Officials say the fraudsters use software that makes calls appear as though they are coming from a police department number, then claim the victim has a warrant that must be paid over the phone with credit or gift cards. Individuals who receive such a call are asked to hang up immediately and call the Scottsdale Police Department's non-emergency line at 480-312-5000 to report it. (Arizona's Family)
2. The Adopt-A-Family program, which brings holiday cheer to over 200 families in need annually, is returning to Scottsdale this holiday season. Volunteers can now sign up to sponsor a family by donating necessities for a Thanksgiving meal and/or providing a grocery gift card and gifts from children's holiday wish lists. Residents who wish to participate but cannot sponsor a family are encouraged to make a monetary donation through Scottsdale Community Partners. (Signals AZ)
3. A Scottsdale boxing gym is hosting a fundraiser to help fight the battle against degenerative brain diseases such as Parkinson's. The Pound Boxing Club on Northsight Boulevard will host its fifth annual charity event in support of the Michael J. Fox Foundation tomorrow, Oct. 22, from 8:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Individuals can register for the event in advance or tune into the live stream tomorrow on Facebook to learn more about supporting Parkinson's research.(Arizona's Family)

Today in Scottsdale:

• 3rd Annual Glass Pumpkin Patch At Holland Community Center (10:00 AM)
• Friday Forum At Scottsdale Area Chamber Of Commerce (12:30 PM)
• Butterfly Brushstrokes At Night! At Butterfly Wonderland (6:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Calling all trail users in the valley! The Scottsdale Fire Department is offering a new Desert First Aid and Safety class on Oct. 28 and Dec. 10. Click the link to learn more and register. (Scottsdale Fire Department via Facebook)
• Enjoy a family-friendly celebration as you dance the night away to the sounds of Uncorked The Band at the Scottsdale Stadium on Nov. 5! There will be cotton candy, games, and activities for the whole family. Admission is free with a Scottsdale Public Library card. (Scottsdale Public Library via Facebook)
• The City of Scottsdale has several openings on various boards and commissions, including the Board of Adjustment, Library Board, and Neighborhood Advisory Commission. Interested applicants should submit their application by Nov. 10. (City of Scottsdale - Government via Facebook)

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

— Helen Eckhard

About me: Helen Eckhard is a marketing associate at Lightning Media Partners. Outside of work, she enjoys constructing crossword puzzles, knitting, or devising increasingly crafty ways to kill off characters in her mystery novels.