🌱 BASIS Scottsdale Threats + Temporary Active Permit For Events

Hi, everybody. I'm back in your inbox this warm morning to walk you through the most important things happening locally.

First, today's weather:

Hot with sunshine. High: 107 Low: 81.

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Here are the top three stories in Scottsdale today:

1. The Scottsdale Police Department has increased its presence at BASIS Scottsdale after receiving threats last week. According to the department, the threats indicated a potentially violent act that would possibly occur at the school on Tuesday. The department's detectives are working on determining the validity of the threats. There were several threats issued against schools in Arizona in August. (The Arizona Republic)
2. The City of Scottsdale is reminding the community that a Temporary Active Permit must be obtained before special events can be hosted at the Scottsdale Airport. The permit will be approved by aviation staff for events such as fundraisers and commercial photography. The permits are to ensure that guidelines and processes are met to keep the airport safe. Click to learn more about the process. (City of Scottsdale)
3. Seniors love Scottsdale — so much so, that we've been ranked No. 7 in a list of the nation's best cities to retire in! A new study from WalletHub compared more than 180 U.S. cities and looked at affordability, quality of life, health care, and availability of recreational activities for seniors. Scottsdale ranked second in the country for the highest percentage of the population aged 65 and older and was recognized for its mild weather, recreation and senior centers per capita, and adult volunteer activities per capita. (WalletHub)

Today in Scottsdale:

• Coffee With The Cop/Webinar At Paradise Valley Town Hall (7:30 AM)
• Lunch 'N' Learn: Lender Solutions In A Shifting Market At Fairway Independent Mortgage Corporation (11:30 AM)
• Veterans Advisory Commission Regular Meeting At Community Design Studio (6:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• The Scottsdale Fire Department rescued six hikers suffering from heat emergencies on local trails. The community is reminded to bring plenty of water when planning a hike. (Scottsdale Fire Department via Facebook)
• Applications for the Scottsdale Fire Department are currently open. The deadline to submit an application is Sep. 13. Click to apply. (Scottsdale Fire Department via Facebook)
• Scottsdale Parks & Recreation is hosting Dunkin' For Pumpkins at McDowell Mountain Ranch Aquatic Center on Sunday, Oct 23. Mark your calendar! (Scottsdale Parks & Recreation via Facebook)

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• Taxes in Retirement Webinar (September 13)
• Breast Ultrasound Screening Coming Direct to You! (September 20)
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Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Wednesday off right! See you tomorrow for another update.

— Helen Eckhard

About me: Helen Eckhard is a marketing assistant at Lightning Media Partners. She is a self-professed logophile who is currently pursuing her master’s degree in library science. Outside of work, you can find Helen constructing crossword puzzles, knitting, or devising increasingly crafty ways to kill off characters in her mystery novels.