🌱 New Details On 7-Eleven Stabbing + Pedestrian Tunnel Finally Open

Hello and happy Wednesday, neighbors! I'm back in your inbox this warm morning with everything you need to know about what's happening in town. In today's briefing, you'll learn about:

• New details about the stabbing at 7-Eleven last Sunday.
• Pedestrian tunnel open after almost 10-year-long project.
• Adopt-a-Senior and Adopt-a-Family holiday programs.

But first, your local weather: It will be partly sunny and warm, with a high of 99 and low of 71.

Here are the top stories in Scottsdale today:

1. Norman A. Dominguez has been arrested after a road rage incident escalated to a stabbing at 7-Eleven in Scottsdale last Sunday afternoon. Dominguez told police that the victim "cut him off on the Loop 101, so he followed him to the 7-Eleven and approached with a pocketknife in his hand." Dominguez and the victim were seen arguing on surveillance camera footage before he stabbed the victim in the stomach and cut his neck and hands. The victim grabbed his cellphone from his vehicle and went into the store to call 911, and Dominguez followed him. Scottsdale police officers arrived, Dominguez was detained, and the victim was hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries. (Arizona's Family)
2. A long-awaited pedestrian tunnel is now open underneath six lanes of traffic near 124th Street and Shea Boulevard. Cyclists, equestrians, and children from the five nearby schools can now utilize the tunnel, which took about "10 years from conception to completion." The project ended up costing about $4 million, and most of the money came from "the federal government and Maricopa County." (ABC15 Arizona in Phoenix)
3. Opportunities are available to help neighbors in need with the 2023 Adopt-a-Senior and Adopt-a-Family holiday programs! Consider sponsoring a family or senior in need by completing a donor form. Participants will be matched with an eligible senior or family and provided with "a brief biography and wish list." (City of Scottsdale)

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Tomorrow in Scottsdale:

Thursday, September 21

• AM Connect at Scottsdale Community College. Register online. (7:30 AM - 9:00 AM)
• Baby Cuddles Storytime at Arabian Library (10:15 AM - 10:35 AM, 11:00 AM - 11:20 AM)
• Stay and Play at Mustang Library (10:30 AM - 12:00 PM)
• Books 2 Boogie at Civic Center Library (10:30 AM - 11:00 AM)
• Scottsdale Artists' School Program: Anime Workshop at Arabian Library (3:00 PM - 4:00 PM)
• The New Hollywood 1967-1977 Film Class: Screenings and Discussion at Mustang Library. "A free 8-week class about original, creative films from the Hollywood renaissance. Discussions and screenings each week." (3:00 PM - 6:00 PM)
• Brilliant Birds at Civic Center Library. Register online. (4:00 PM - 5:00 PM)
• Knowasis Debate Club at Civic Center Library (5:00 PM - 6:00 PM)
• ArtWalk at Old Town Arts District (7:00 PM - 9:00 PM)

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From my notebook:

• "We'd like to give a big thank you to Girl Scout Troop 4366 for dusting the shelves in the youth area at Arabian Library this weekend! Thank you for your act of service." (Scottsdale Public Library via Facebook)
• "#ScottsdalePD Foundational Behavior #5: Find a Way. Take personal responsibility for making things happen. Respond to every situation by looking for how we can do it, rather than explaining why it can't be done." (Scottsdale Police Department via Facebook)
• "It's National Forensic Science Week! With this annual occasion, agencies and organizations across the nation honor the dedication and hard work of those in forensic science... Learn more about National Forensic Science Week: TheCFSO.org/national-forensic-science-week/" (City of Scottsdale - Government via Facebook)
• "Get a head start learning about city issues, projects and activities by attending or listening in on the many public meetings we host... • Library Board: 3 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 20 • Airport Advisory Commission: 5 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 20 • Scottsdale Environmental Advisory Commission: 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 20 • Development Review Board: 1 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 21 • PSPRS – Fire: 1:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 21 • Transportation Commission: 5:15 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 21... Find more public meetings: ScottsdaleAZ.gov/events" (City of Scottsdale - Government via Facebook)
• "We wish to say thanks and extend a warm welcome to our newest members: Apple Roofing, Barry's, Conscious Ketamine-Assited Coaching, Handel's Homemade Ice Cream, the Institute for Creative Solutions LLC, and Pinnacle Bank. Links and details at: www.scottsdalechamber.com" (Scottsdale Area Chamber of Commerce via Facebook)
• "Micro Seal Project | Sept. 19-22 | Thomas Road between Hayden and Pima roads. Work is scheduled to begin daily at 8 a.m... Roads will be restricted, but not closed, during construction." (City of Scottsdale - Government via Facebook)

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Thanks for following along and staying informed. I'll see you tomorrow!

— Megan Moreno

About me: Dr. Megan Moreno is a registered nurse, leader, cancer survivor, wife, and mother of two. Megan loves spending time with her husband, who is an Army combat veteran, and their children exploring the beautiful city of Scottsdale.

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