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QC opens 25-year time capsule
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BY TRIBUNE STAFF
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Seniors Helping Seniors
he town of Queen Creek celebrated the opening of the Queen Creek Youth Center 25 years ago. As part of the festivities, local youth buried a time capsule that was set to be opened in the future — 2023. The time capsule was opened on July 19, revealing mementos like a Motorola cellphone, Mr. Potato Head keychain and bulldog Beanie
Baby. Not only has technology changed but so has the town. In 1998, the town’s population was about 3,600 with one park. Now, three parks are available for the 76,500 residents. “I’m proud of this town for many reasons, but none more than the fact that we are a family friendly community,” said Queen Creek Mayor Julia Wheatley. “We have a safe and thriving community that will be home to families for generations to
Taking on ‘Les Misérables’ OPINION ............. 16 CUSD school chief: Welcome back
come. As part of this, we’re committed to creating places for our youth to gather and recreate. From the Youth Center that was located at Founders’ Park 25 years ago to the upcoming Frontier Family Park, complete with a recreation and aquatic center, we’ve always had a vision for youth in Queen Creek.” In addition to remarks by the mayor, the town manager and Queen Creek’s first mayor,
see CAPSULE page 7
Be prepared for this season’s monsoons BY TRIBUNE STAFF
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ast week’s monsoons brought thunderstorms, dust storms and flash floods that left a lasting impression. Monsoons can bring different hazards, so it’s important to know what to do in the event of a storm.
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Dust storms
Avery Anderson and other cast members rehearse for “Les Misérables School Edition,” on stage Friday, Aug. 4, to Sunday, Aug. 13, at the Mesa Arts Center. Story on page 11. (Limelight Performing Arts/ Submitted)
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Dust storms can create wind gusts that exceed 40 mph and dramatically reduce visibility. Move indoors if possible and stay away from the windows.
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