Good morning, Glendale.

A Glendale bicycle crash on Tuesday at 3:15 a.m. left a woman critically injured and in hospital near Bethany Home Road as traffic is blocked from 63rd to 67th avenues — police report that the vehicle driver remained at the scene and was not impaired.

Chris Stapleton will perform two concerts at Desert Diamond Arena in Glendale on Aug.

8 and Aug. 9—featuring Marty Stuart and His Fabulous Superlatives as the opening act. Doors will open at 6 p.m. and the shows will start at 7:30 p.m. while verified resale tickets are available.

Glendale teachers are eligible for the SRP Touchdowns for Teachers program — two educators will earn a $500 grant each time the Cardinals score during the regular season.

The NFL season starts in New Orleans on Sept. 7 and the first home game in Glendale is on Sept. 14, and the grants help pay for classroom needs.

Glendale finished $42 million renovations to Desert Diamond Arena early this month (a private media preview was held today) and the upgraded venue now offers new fan amenities, expanded food options, and premium spaces like the Bassline Bar, Encore Club on Three, Studio 623 and The View Lounge & Bar. The arena will host country singer Chris Stapleton for two sold-out concerts on Aug. 8 and Aug. 9 (the mayor said the upgrades are designed to attract major events).

Maricopa County today offers a free, self-paced online Workforce Professional Skills course for residents who want to improve their job skills.

Participants who complete the five-module course and score at least 80% on the final exam will earn a digital badge — a key credential for their resumes — as part of the county's effort to boost workforce readiness.

Arizona Cardinals coach Jonathan Gannon said many starters, including quarterback Kyler Murray, will play in Saturday’s preseason opener against the Kansas City Chiefs.

Murray hasn’t played in a preseason game since 2021—his performance will be watched as the team tests new players before the regular season.

Chris Stapleton's All-American Road Show

7:00-8:30 p.m. — Desert Diamond Arena — Cost info not provided — Enjoy a night of country music with Chris Stapleton and special guest Marty Stuart & His Fabulous Superlatives.

Chris Stapleton Concert

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Desert Diamond Arena — Ticketed event — Experience the soulful sounds of Chris Stapleton live in concert.

Big Zephyr Tribute to Eagles, Ronstadt and Friends

3-6 p.m. — Westside Blues and Jazz — Reservations recommended — Enjoy a night filled with classic hits from Eagles and Linda Ronstadt performed by talented local musicians.

Learn to Skate – Skate Lessons

5-6 p.m. — Great Skate — $12 admission includes skate rental — Roll with confidence in our fun and inclusive skate lessons.

Lainey Wilson Concert

7:00-8:30 p.m. — Footprint Center — Ticket required — A night of live country music from rising star Lainey Wilson.

NFL Preseason: Raiders vs. Cardinals

7-8:30 p.m. — State Farm Stadium — Tickets from $27 — Catch the Raiders take on the Cardinals in an exciting NFL preseason matchup.

Oldies 2 Souldies Concert

7-8:30 p.m. — Desert Diamond Arena — Tickets available — Enjoy a nostalgic evening with performances from Los Lonely Boys and others.

Millennium vs Cactus Football Game

7-9 p.m. — Cactus High School — Free entry — Cheer on the local varsity teams in this exciting non-conference matchup.