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Good morning to you Tempe! Catch up on our news and events right here. Keep reading to stay in the know. ☕️️In today’s newsletter:Career shift from semiconductors to health at ASUKyrene athletes ready for diverse championshipsValley Metro boosts rider satisfaction and securityAlso on today’s calendar: SHUCKED The Musical at ASU Gammage and 9 more events.Today’s riddle: What do you call a camel with a flat back? 🤔 (Answer below!)Weather forecast:Tuesday: Mostly sunny and nice, with a high of 71 and low of 43 degrees. Wednesday: Intervals of clouds and sun, temps: high: 66, low: 48. Thursday: Sunshine and a few clouds, with a high of 67 and low of 46 degrees. 📰 News we’re reading1. ASU partnership helps graduate career shift, fulfill personal goals(asu.edu) — Damon Jones, a Phoenix resident, transitioned from the semiconductor industry to a career in health and fitness, supported by ASU Online and Uber’s education program. He often studied at ASU’s Tempecampus, emphasizing his connection to the university.     2. From court to console, Kyrene athletes gear up for championships(yourvalley.net) — Kyrene middle school athletes are preparing for a series of championship events, including e-sports and traditional sports like basketball and soccer. Notably, some finals will take place at Tempe Sports Complex and Benedict Park in Tempe.     3. Valley Metro sees improved security data, rider satisfaction(yourvalley.net) — Valley Metro reports increased rider satisfaction and improved security, with a significant drop in rail security incidents. Tempe‘s involvement is highlighted through the efforts of Councilmember Jennifer Adams and the Tempe Police’s extra-duty program.     4. 9 school districts sue East Valley Institute of Technology over funding, control (themesatribune.com) — Nine East Valley school districts, including Tempe Union, are suing the East Valley Institute of Technology over funding and control of Career and Technical Education programs. The lawsuit highlights disputes over funding reductions and demands for increased oversight by EVIT.     📸 Around TempeShow off your photography skills and the sights around town! Click here to submit your Photo of the Day to Patch AM!🗓 Upcoming Events in Tempe Add your event to our calendar and newsletter! Tuesday December 2SHUCKED The Musical at ASU Gammage ASU Gammage , 1200 S Forest Ave , Tempe  7:30 pm Wednesday December 3lululemon fall series The District, 2000 E Rio Salado Pkwy, Tempe, AZ, 85288  9:00 am Intro to AI Using the Google Gemini App Tempe Public Library – Connections Café  10:00 am Preschool Storytime Tempe Public Library – Storytime Room  10:00 am Writing Workshops with Duane Roen Tempe Public Library – Study Room 8  1:30 pm Maker Lab: VR Design Tempe Public Library – Teen Center  4:00 pm Free Photos with Santa at Tempe Marketplace 2000 E Rio Salado Pkwy, Tempe, AZ, 85281  6:00 pm SHUCKED The Musical at ASU Gammage ASU Gammage , 1200 S Forest Ave , Tempe  7:30 pm Thursday December 4SHUCKED The Musical at ASU Gammage ASU Gammage , 1200 S Forest Ave , Tempe  7:30 pm Friday December 5SHUCKED The Musical at ASU Gammage ASU Gammage , 1200 S Forest Ave , Tempe  7:30 pm Saturday December 6Original Burrito Express Location Relocates, Celebrates Grand Opening DEC. 6  937 E Broadway Rd , Tempe  8:00 am 2025 LabelHorde Fashion Show Tempe Festival of the Arts , 1 W Rio Salado Pkwy , Tempe  10:00 am 📣 Tempe Shout Outs!Want to say something great about someone in town? Click here to submit your Shout Out to Patch AM! It’s free!Have we missed something on our calendar? Add an event yourself! As always, before attending confirm event details to ensure accuracy. Want to see your business here? Click here to connect with local customers.💬 ChatterWhat your neighbors are talking about on social mediaThis was on my neighborhood FB page- does this look familiar?? Found kitty. neighbor doesn’t have a Nextdoor account and asked me to share. Is this your cat? It’s very friendly and eating some food I put out… (Nextdoor The Lakes) Good afternoon neighbors. I was wondering if anyone would like a Christmas card this Christmas or knows of anyone who would like one? My mom is a widow this year and she’s… (Nextdoor Terrace Walk) MCR Hotels posted a job opening for Night Auditor in Tempe. Apply here.Sodexo, Inc. posted a job opening for Cashier-Food Service Worker in Tempe. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Tempe here.Ok Tempe! So now you’re in the loop about what’s happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh — and if you like what you’re reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!— The Patch AM TeamP.S. The answer to today’s riddle: Humphrey. 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