🌱 Hiker Hospitalized + Children's Museum Literacy Program

Phoenix AZ

06 February, 2022

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Happy Monday, Phoenix! Here's everything you need to know going on today. First, today's weather: Nice with sunshine. High: 71 Low: 43. Shoutout to our premier local sponsor: Banner Health makes health care easier in Phoenix by allowing you to find a doctor online from the comfort of home. Ready to connect with a medical professional? Book an appointment with a Banner Health doctor today! Want to see your business featured in this spot? Click here to apply. Here are the top three stories today in Phoenix: A man remains hospitalized in extremely critical condition after hiking at the Phoenix Mountain Preserve yesterday, according to the Phoenix Fire Department. Crews responded to the call at Quartz Ridge Trailhead at 32nd Street and Lincoln after a 62-year-old man said he was having trouble breathing. The man reportedly passed out 100 yards from the base of the mountain as first responders were assessing him. (FOX 10 News Phoenix) The Children's Museum of Phoenix is raising literacy rates with its newly funded Raising a Reader program. Children ages 0-5 are provided 60-minute reading lessons and the book they read to take home. The museum serves children ages 0-10 with dynamic floors filled with evidence-based, educational activities, and 17 exhibits. (The Arizona Republic)A Phoenix house fire broke out after a "significant explosion" damaged the home and some nearby homes within the gated community on Saturday. The fire sparked near 36th Street and Lincoln Drive around 4:40 p.m. near Piestewa Peak. No injuries have been reported, and no one resided in the home when the fire broke out. (FOX 10 News Phoenix) From our sponsor: Today's Phoenix Daily is brought to you in part by Newrez, a leading nationwide mortgage lender. Make a smart move for your future and refinance with Newrez today. Call 844-979-1707 to connect with a Newrez loan officer. Newrez, LLC (NMLS #3013) Today in Phoenix: 'Webtropolis' Exhibit by Hyewon Yoon at Burton Barr Central Library at 1221 N Central Ave (9:00 AM) From my notebook: The Burton Barr Central Library hosts the Farm Express minibus in its parking lot every Monday. Phoenix residents can shop for fresh local produce from 2:30-3:30 p.m today. (Facebook)On Wednesday, Feb. 9, the Phoenix Public Library is hosting 'Exercise and Mindfulness for Healthy Aging,' an online event, at 1:00 p.m. Learn how physical activity enhances your wellbeing and improves metabolism. Registration is open to adults age 60+. (Facebook)The Phoenix Public Library begins its Tween Graphic Novel Club on Tuesday, Feb. 22. Kids ages 8-11 are invited to join the online meeting to discuss graphic novels. This month's pick is Monster Mayhem by Christopher Eliopoulos - you can check it out at the library or download the ebook for free. (Facebook) More from our sponsors — thanks for supporting local news! Featured businesses: Our World Energy — (Visit website) Phoenix Online Media — (Visit Website) Add your business here Events: Local Motors Online Auction (February 8) Local Motors Online Auction (February 8) Taxes in Retirement Webinar (February 8) Taxes in Retirement Seminar (February 8) Breast Ultrasound Screening Coming Direct to You! (February 10) Divorce Boot Camp – Vesta Scottsdale, AZ Hub (February 16) Influencer Marketing for Small Business (February 23) Add your event For sale: Local Motors Online Auction (Details) Add your item Gigs & services: Get Paid to Test New Technology (U$30 per hour) (Details) Add your gig or service Loving the Phoenix Daily? Here are all the ways you can get more involved: Send a friend or neighbor this link so they can subscribe Get your local business showcased in front of readers Alrighty, you're all good for today! I'll catch up with you bright and early tomorrow with another update. — Nicole Fallon-Peek About me: Nicole Fallon-Peek is a journalist and copywriter with a degree in Media, Culture and Communication from New York University. She has served as a freelance reporter, managing editor, copy editor, and editorial director for a variety of B2B news outlets. She currently co-owns and operates content creation agency Lightning Media Partners.