Good morning, Glendale.

Glendale is planning to reopen the Velma Teague Library at a temporary downtown location (5752 W.

Glenn Drive) by Dec. 1 after a July fire closed its longtime branch. The library will offer full services and various programs as officials restore community access.

Child Crisis Arizona received a $250,000 grant from the Bob & Renee Parsons Foundation—funds that will boost prevention, intervention, and wellness services for vulnerable children and families across the Valley.

Masterpieces & Margaritas invites residents to enjoy free guided painting, live music, and drink options.

It will run from 5-8 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 17 at Murphy Park & the E. Lowell Rogers Amphitheatre.

Benjamin Tran (Ironwood High School in Glendale) has been named a National Merit Scholarship Program semifinalist, making him one of the top high school seniors in Arizona.

He joins Norah Brooks and Evan Taylor, with finalist details to be announced in spring.

Northwest Valley high school teams are competing in the fourth AIA season of girls flag football.

O’Connor’s senior Kylie Pruitt, who threw for 3,314 yards and 29 touchdowns last season, now leads her team as transfers reshape the game north of Loop 101.

Cardinals coach Mike LaFleur said his team’s strong defense helped secure a 26-14 upset over the Chargers at SoFi Stadium on Thursday, Sept.

17; he praised standout Walter Nolen III while noting improvements are still needed.