The Brief
- Tolleson residents celebrated America’s 250th birthday early with a celebration at Veterans Park.
- Arizona became a state more than 130 years after the signing of the Declaration of Independence.
- Locals reflect on the nation’s history and the sacrifices made by military members to protect their freedoms.
TOLLESON, Ariz. – Valley residents are getting an early start celebrating America’s 250th birthday, with fireworks planned across the region, including a celebration in Tolleson.
As communities prepare to mark the Fourth of July, Arizonans are reflecting on the state’s unique history and what the milestone means to them.
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