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America Turns 250!

America Turns 250! On July 4, 1776, the Continental Congress approved the Declaration of Independence. This year marks the 250th

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Family 4-Pack of Admission to Minions & Monsters

This form must be completed by a parent or legal guardian. Children under 13 should not submit personal information online.

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A Summer of Soccer

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is coming to North America this summer, and three countries are jointly hosting the tournament:

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New Synthetic Blood May Help Save Lives

Did you know that blood accounts for about 7 to 8 percent of your total body weight? While you’ve probably

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Rare, Crop-Damaging Pest Caught in AZ!

NOGALES, AZ—What seemed like an ordinary shipment of leafy greens from Mexico turned out to have an unexpectedly rare stowaway

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June 2026 Edition

In This Picture: Find a Father’s Day gift, the sun, U.S.A., a quill pen, DAD, an arrowhead, a slice of

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Phoenix 4th of July 2026

Apache Junction: Saturday, July 4–Superstition Shadows Park, 300 E. Superstition Blvd.  Gates open at 6 p.m. Live music from 6:30–8:30

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Free Summer Meals For Arizona Kids & Teens

Statewide Free Summer Meals for Arizona Kids & Teens All Arizona kids and teens ages 18 and under are eligible

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Super Mario Galaxy Movie Digital Code

Mario Movie Code This form must be completed by a parent or legal guardian. Children under 13 should not submit

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Teaching Is All in the Family for Vequist

Michelle Vequist teaches third grade at Canyon Rim Elementary. She has been teaching for 20 years. She has also taught

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