Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 9th of September.
Good morning, Scottsdale.
💼 Business
Colorado-based Smiling Moose Sandwich Grill opened its first Arizona location at Scottsdale Crossing (2865 N.
Scottsdale Road) on Aug. 17 and now offers made-to-order sandwiches, wraps, soups, salads, burgers and freshly baked cookies with dine-in, online ordering, delivery and catering available.
🎓 Education
Parents at Laguna Elementary are fighting a potential closure as the board votes next month due to declining enrollment; they launched a website and plan to attend a Sept.
22 hearing at Desert Mountain High School (12575 E. Via Linda).
🏛️ Government
Scottsdale residents should note that while there is no set landscaping schedule, noise must stay below 68 decibels during quiet time (10 p.m. to 7 a.m.), and nearby cities allow lawn care as early as 5 a.m., so check local guidelines if early work is planned.
🏥 Health
The Arizona Department of Health Services issued a special order today allowing pharmacists to administer flu vaccines without a prescription (due to delayed federal guidance) and officials expect this step will speed up access.
🏈 Sports
Desert Mountain junior Caroline Workman is set to lead her flag football, basketball, and track squads as she enters her junior season.
Coaches praised her leadership and energy (she uplifts teammates) and expect a strong impact on the Wolves.
Week two of high school football ended with mixed results across divisions.
In 6A, Brophy won 31-19 and Pinnacle lost 15-26; in 5A, Notre Dame won 30-29 and Desert Mountain won 42-14; in 4A, Arcadia evened its record with a 48-12 win over Camelback.
Chaparral junior WR Kendyll Dinh earned a Ferrum College scholarship offer over the weekend after finishing her season with 79 receptions, 1,146 yards and 23 touchdowns.
The flag football season starts Sept. 15 against Horizon in the North Valley.
The AIA released updated football rankings for week three, placing Brophy eighth and Pinnacle tenth in 6A while the Desert Mountain Wolves reclaimed the top spot in 5A.
In 4A, Arcadia moved up to fifth as teams shifted positions — a new look at local football standings.
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