Hello again Tempe! We’re bringing you the latest town highlights. Don’t miss out, keep going! ☕️️ In today’s newsletter:

• Tempe upgrades heart monitors for faster emergency response
• Tempe golf course closure stirs controversy
• ASU football fuels Tempe’s economic revival

Also on today’s calendar: Bubble Bash at Tempe Marketplace and 9 other events.

Today’s riddle: What do you call a kitten drinking lemonade? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

• Friday: Very warm with clouds and sun, with a high of 104 and low of 74 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
• Saturday: Partly sunny, temps: high: 99, low: 78.
• Sunday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 96 and low of 71 degrees.

📰 News we’re reading

1. Tempe Fire Medical Rescue upgrades heart monitors to help save more lives (yourvalley.net) — Tempe Fire Medical Rescue is enhancing its emergency response capabilities with new Stryker Lifepak 35 heart monitors. These devices provide paramedics with real-time heart data, improving coordination with hospitals and potentially saving more lives in Tempe.
   

2. Tempe residents say foul smell from golf course is a tactic by owner(azfamily.com) — Residents near Shalimar Golf Course in Tempe are concerned about the foul smell and lack of maintenance after its closure. They suspect the owner is using this as a tactic to push for rezoning, potentially leading to high-density housing development.
   

3. Arizona State football sparks economic boost for Tempe businesses(azpbs.org) — ASU’s successful football season has revitalized Tempe’s local businesses, with increased foot traffic and sales. The excitement surrounding the team has brought economic benefits to establishments like Cactus Sports and Pedal Haus Brewery, highlighting the community’s renewed spirit.
   

4. Businessman claims charter school favoritism in Legislature led to criminal charges (azcapitoltimes.com) — Steven Nielsen, a former consultant for the city of Tempe, claims that favoritism towards charter schools led to his wrongful prosecution. The case highlights tensions in Arizona’s education funding and public-private partnerships.
   

5. New Arizona law bans encampments on campuses (statepress.com) — Arizona’s new law bans encampments on university and community college campuses, including ASU’s Tempe campus. The legislation, signed by Gov. Katie Hobbs, aims to ensure campus safety, but has sparked debate over its impact on free speech.
   

🗓 Upcoming Events in Tempe

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★ Featured events ★

Wednesday June 4

• Free Trading Workshop in Scottsdale: Learn Stock Market Basics & Strategies
  16767 N Perimeter Dr, Suite 235, Scottsdale, AZ, 85260,
  9:00 am

Other local events

Friday May 30

• • Randy Feltface: TEMPE, AZ
    Tempe Improv, 930 E University Dr, Tempe
    7:00 pm

Saturday May 31

• • Bubble Bash at Tempe Marketplace
    Tempe Marketplace, 2000 E Rio Salado Pkwy, Tempe, AZ, 85288,
    10:00 am
  • Ranch Hands Cowboylesque
    Tempe Improv, 930 E University Dr, Tempe
    12:00 pm
  • Author Howard Gershkowitz Book Launch
    Tempe Public Library , – Ironwood Classroom
    1:00 pm

Sunday June 1

• Tiny Art Show
  Tempe Public Library , –
  12:00 am
• Open House – 12PM-2PM
  1947 E Watson Dr, Tempe
  12:00 pm
• Mamma Mia! (Touring)
  ASU Gammage, 1200 S Forest Ave, Tempe
  1:00 pm
• Library Stitch Club
  Tempe Public Library , – Ironwood Classroom
  2:00 pm
• Kids yoga classes
  Sozo Healing House, 51 W Elliot Rd Suite 105, Tempe
  2:00 pm

🗓 Events Nearby

Friday May 30

• • 🚨 Public Family Fun Skate! 🚨
    USA’s Skateland Chandler, 1101 W Ray Rd, Chandler
    12:00 pm

Tuesday June 3

• • Read & Feed
    Guadalupe Branch , at Community Room
    11:30 am
  • SRP Kick Off!
    Guadalupe Branch , at Community Room
    3:00 pm

Thursday June 5

• Guadalupe En Colores
  Guadalupe Branch , at Community Room
  3:00 pm

Have we missed something on our calendar? Add an event yourself! As always, before attending confirm event details to ensure accuracy.

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

• I’m a 19 year old desperate to make some money!
  I recently just moved to Tempe but need some extra bucks to help with rent and other expenses I can walk dogs, babysit, clean, etc! Please message… (Nextdoor Finisterra)
• Please share & repost to help reunite this stray dog!
  FOUND on May 26, 2025 in Tempe, AZ 85282 near College Avenue and Southern Avenue Sharing for a neighbor. For the latest information or to contact… (Nextdoor Hudson Manor)

• The TJX Companies, Inc. posted a job opening for Assistant Store Manager in Tempe. Apply here.
• Sodexo, Inc. posted a job opening for Utility Worker – Senior 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 Team

P.S. The answer to today’s riddle: A sourpuss.
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