Happy Fourth of July!

Hey, y'all! Short newsletter this week as we head into the holiday weekend. Wanted to take a minute and thank you all for subscribing and being part of our community. Have a great Independence Day and we hope you have a safe and fun weekend!

Here are 10 articles to read before your July 4 celebrations:

🎉 This weekend's biggest July 4th celebrations in metro Phoenix

🎆 Launching fireworks: Here's what illegal use will cost you in metro Phoenix

Here's why some metro Phoenix cities have canceled fireworks this year

✈️ How to prepare if you're traveling this July 4th weekend

🌦️ Check back here for July 4th weekend weather and traffic updates

🐶 10 tips for keeping dogs and cats calm and safe during fireworks

🎵 The 20 best songs for your Fourth of July party playlist

🚗 7 road-trip destinations to celebrate the July 4th weekend

💸 Here are 5 easy ways to save money on gas for your July 4th road trip

🩸 Give back by giving blood this Fourth of July weekend

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P. Kim Bui, director of product and audience innovation, edited this newsletter. Reach her at kim.bui@azcentral.com or on Twitter @kimbui.

Alexis Potter, digital and social media producer, helped with this newsletter. Reach her at alexis.potter@azcentral.com or on Twitter @alexispotter_.

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