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48 Facts You Might Not Know about Arizona

How well do you know Arizona? If you attended 4th grade in Arizona, then you probably learned quite a bit about Arizona history. But for the majority of Arizonan’s, the history of Arizona is a mystery! To honor our home … Continue reading

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Skin Cancer Prevention

If you live in Arizona you probably spend much of your time outdoors. With nearly 300 days of sunshine annually in this amazing state how could you not? There are several activities that Arizona residents participate in year-round that have … Continue reading

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Arizona’s Five C’s

Anyone who attended school in Arizona as a child has heard of the five C’s: Copper, Cattle, Citrus, Cotton, and Climate. The five C’s have been the driving force behind Arizona’s economy for many years. Traditionally one or more of … Continue reading

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Monsoon Safety

Monsoon season officially began on June 15th and will run through September 30th. Though the monsoons bring welcome rains and some relief from the heat, they also bring with them their own hazards. As far as weather goes, monsoon season … Continue reading

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The Hohokam People, Ancient Arizona Farmers

The Hohokam were one of the United States’ first great Native American civilizations. They inhabited parts of southern and central Arizona near the Salt, Gila, Verde, Santa Cruz, and San Pedro rivers from around the year 600 to around 1450 … Continue reading

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