My apologies on the late posting of today’s update. Life comes in waves, some days you hang 10, other days they crash on you and you scrape your knee on the sand…

WEATHER WATCH

The weather forecast changes every 47 minutes during monsoon season. Be sure and check for updated conditions throughout the weekend.

COMMUNITY NEWS

Mosaic at Arrowhead Towne Center

The former Sears Department store & auto center are set to be redeveloped with a Pacific Asian theme. 99 Ranch Markets & Teso Life are two proposed tenants. (link & map)

North Peoria voters elect ‘no-airport’ candidate

Voters in the Mesquite district of Peoria, elected Matthew Bullock to the city council, who was dubbed the ‘no-airport’ candidate. (link)

City approves Hurricane Harbor neighbor

A large planned housing development next to the Hurricane Harbor water park in north Phoenix took a step toward being approved last week with passage through the Phoenix Planning Commission. (link & map)

FOOD NEWS

Moonlight Restaurant under new ownership

The Moonlight Restaurant has a new owner, and will be changing the name soon to Layalina Restaurant & Lounge. They specialize in Middle Eastern & Mediterranean food. (link & map)

Keep an eye out for more updates and their grand opening.

Fry’s roasting hatch chiles

Looking for fresh roasted hatch chiles? Some Fry’s Food Stores locations are roasting chiles every Saturday until September 14th. Check the link to see participating stores near you. (link)

LOCAL BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT

Splashtacular Pools is a locally owned family business with over 20 years of experience in the pool industry here in Phoenix.

Whether you’re looking for consistent pool cleaning & maintenance, or need repairs & renovations, Splashtacular has you covered. As a fully licensed contractor with the ROC, insured & bonded, they can help with new pool construction & remodeling as well.

Learn more about Splashtacular Pools at TheArrowheadNews.com

EVENTS

Cardinals versus Saints NFL Preseason

The Arizona Cardinals open their preseason schedule this Saturday when they host the New Orleans Saints at Start Farm Stadium. (link)

Dbacks NL Championship Replica Ring Giveaway

Fans will receive an NL Championship replica ring on August 10 vs. the Philadelphia Phillies. The item is only available to the first 30,000 fans in attendance. (link)

Model T Celebration at Martin Auto Museum

Martin Auto Museum to host an event celebrating 116 years of the Ford Model T on Saturday August 10th from 9am-5pm. (link & map)

HOME OF THE WEEK

This week’s home has the biggest pool I’ve ever seen at a house anywhere in Phoenix. The house is pretty cool too. (link)

The details: 5 bedroom, 3.5 bathroom, 3,988 square feet, 3 car garage $875,000

VALLEY NEWS

Arizona Cardinals announced their in stadium food lineup

Would you eat a cotton candy burrito? If so, you can do just that at an Arizona Cardinals game this season. (link)

Drainage systems working as planned along I-17

Greenway Road & Thunderbird Road used to have major issue with storm water collecting and closing the roads during storms. Now that renovations are complete, they appear to have addressed the issues. (link)

Have a great weekend!

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