Saturday, December 14th, 2024

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Good morning, Maricopa. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 14th of December.
ACTIVE NEWS
- ➤ TODAY'S SPONSOR We found your go-to item for upping fall runs and workouts: a top-selling weighted strength training vest. Choose from six pounds up to 30 pounds and add the weighted vest to runs, classes, or gym sessions to enhance calorie burning, improve your core, and increase muscle gains. The Buy
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ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Roof rats, adaptable rodents introduced from southeast Asia, are widespread in Arizona, thriving in close proximity to humans and can be controlled by trapping, sealing entry points, and removing food sources. The Arizona Republic
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A ballot error necessitates the redoing of elections for two seats on the Phoenix Union High School District Governing Board. 12 News
- ➤ Maricopa County unanimously approves a $6 million settlement for 23 protesters wrongfully accused of gang membership after the 2020 George Floyd protests. The Arizona Republic
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Fentanyl overdose cases in Arizona shed light on the alarming trend of 'the fentanyl fold,' highlighting the drug’s deadly impact and the importance of awareness and prevention measures. The Arizona Republic
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Midland Concert at Harrah's Ak-Chin Casino
Midland will perform live at Harrah's Ak-Chin Casino in Maricopa, Arizona.
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Level Up Your Fall Workouts with This Must-Have Weighted Vest
If you’re looking to make your fall workouts more effective, we’ve found your new go-to: a best-selling weighted vest that’s perfect for everything from outdoor runs to strength training sessions. With weight options ranging from six to 30 pounds, you can pick the level that fits your goals.
Just throw it on for your next class, run, or gym session, and feel the difference. It adds just the right amount of resistance to help you burn more calories and push a little harder — without needing a bunch of extra equipment.
The best part? It also helps strengthen your core and build muscle as you move. Whether you're training indoors or hitting the trails, this vest is a simple way to take your workouts to the next level this season.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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~ Soren Kierkegaard
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