Cheers Tempe! We’re back, helping you stay up to date with what’s happening. Let’s take on the day together! ☕️️ In today’s newsletter:

• Tempe senior battles phone scam
• Discover Tempe360’s boost for local businesses
• The Band Camino’s world tour hits Tempe

Also on today’s calendar: Alternate Force Seminar and 10 other events.

Today’s riddle: What are math buddies called? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

• Friday: Hot with plenty of sunshine, with a high of 110 and low of 78 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
• Saturday: Hazy sun and very warm, temps: high: 106, low: 77.
• Sunday: Plenty of sunshine, with a high of 101 and low of 77 degrees.

📰 News we’re reading

1. Scammer uses Tempe senior citizen’s identity to buy a new, pricey iPhone (azfamily.com) — A Tempe senior citizen, Shirley Simpson, fell victim to identity theft when a scammer used her information to purchase an iPhone. With the help of On Your Side, AT&T resolved the issue, ensuring she wasn’t liable for the charges.
   

2. Tempe360 Launched to Support Local Businesses, Boost Economy(signalsaz.com) — Tempe360 is a new initiative by the City of Tempe’s Economic Development team aimed at supporting local businesses. By providing resources and strategic connections, the program seeks to boost the local economy and foster job growth.
   

3. The Band Camino announce third studio album and world tour » // MELODIC Magazine (melodicmag.com) — The Band Camino announces their third studio album, NeverAlways, and a world tour, including a stop at the Marquee Theatre in Tempe. Fans can look forward to new music and live performances from the Nashville trio.
   

4. Patrol identifies man fatally shot in Saline County as Tempe, AZ, double homicide suspect (krcgtv.com) — A man from Tempe identified as Francis Alcantar-Chavez, was fatally shot by Missouri State Highway Patrol after being pursued for a double homicide in Tempe. The incident unfolded following a high-speed chase and exchange of gunfire.
   

🗓 Upcoming Events in Tempe

Add your event to our calendar and newsletter!

Friday June 20

• • Aida Rodriguez
    Tempe Improv, 930 E University Dr, Tempe
    7:00 pm
  • Shawn Wayans
    Tempe Improv, 930 E University Dr, Tempe
    7:00 pm

Saturday June 21

• • Ranch Hands Cowboylesque
    Tempe Improv, 930 E University Dr, Tempe
    12:00 pm
  • Crochet Corner
    Tempe Public Library – Teen Center
    2:00 pm
  • Bed By 10pm Is Coming To Phoenix
    Sunbar Tempe, 24 W 5th St, Tempe
    3:00 pm
  • Tempe, AZ – Goalie Camp Boarding
    Mullett Arena, 411 S Packard Dr, Tempe
    9:00 pm

Monday June 23

• • Read & Feed
    Guadalupe Branch at Community Room
    11:30 am

Tuesday June 24

• • Circle the City Bus
    Tempe Public Library –
    9:00 am

Friday June 27

• • Alternate Force Seminar
    C2 Tactical Gun Range of Tempe, AZ , 8475 S Emerald Dr , Tempe
    4:00 pm

Saturday June 28

• The Dinner Detective True Crime Murder Mystery Dinner Show – Tempe-Phoenix
  Embassy Suites by Hilton Phoenix Tempe , 4400 S Rural Rd , Tempe
  5:00 pm

🗓 Events Nearby

Friday June 20

• • Read & Feed
    Guadalupe Branch Library Guadalupe Branch at Community Room
    11:30 am
  • SRP Game Zone
    Guadalupe Branch Library Guadalupe Branch at Community Room
    3:00 pm

Monday June 23

• • SRP Adult’s Night Out: As You Wish Pottery
    Guadalupe Branch Library Guadalupe Branch at Community Room
    5:30 pm

Thursday June 26

• Guadalupe En Colores
  Guadalupe Branch Library 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

• Please share & repost to help reunite this lost dog!
  Terri was LOST on June 16, 2025 in Chandler, AZ 85226 near Kyrene and 202 Sharing for a neighbor. For the latest information or to contact the owner… (Nextdoor Evergreen)
• Please share & repost to help reunite this lost cat!
  Sandy was LOST on June 8, 2025 in Tempe, AZ 85281 near College Ave – North of Southern Ave Tempe Sharing for a neighbor. For the latest… (Nextdoor Daley Park)

• Kyrene School District posted a job opening for Accounting Specialist – 25/26 SY in Tempe. Apply here.
• Dutch Bros Coffee posted a job opening for Accounts Payable Specialist 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: Alge-bros!
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