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From Pre-K to junior year, Scott Ledyard’s educators watched him grow into the talented, hardworking person he is today. And every one of them came together to congratulate him for his latest accomplishment: a perfect score of 36 on the ACT.
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The world is growing at a rapid pace. According to the U.N.’s most recent estimate, 50 percent of the world’s 7.7 billion residents live in cities today, with that number expected to increase …
When thinking of long-standing competitive sports, fencing probably isn’t the first one to come to mind. However, the sport of fencing has been around since the 18th century. The sabre-only va…
From Pre-K to junior year, Scott Ledyard’s educators watched him grow into the talented, hardworking person he is today. And every one of them came together to congratulate him for his latest …
After witnessing how impassioned her students were about global issues such as climate change, deforestation and endangered species, Hopi Elementary teacher Whitney Keeler decided to take a mo…
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The 10th Annual Man Brunch
During the past few decades, libraries across the nation have greatly expanded their collections beyond books, now offering just about everything in printed form, plus DVDs, CDs and even free …
Local residents Elijah Judiscak and Alan Adams are the latest Eagle Scouts to emerge from Arcadia’s Boy Scout Troop 6.
The risk of motor vehicle crashes is higher among teens than any other age group. The summer, when kids are driving more because school is out, is an especially dangerous time.
I hope you’ve heard the exciting news – many states and some cities have updated their hiring laws. In many places, employers can no longer ask your current salary. And in others, the laws are…
For many people, June means we are that much closer to our anxiously anticipated summer vacation. For others, June means the end of a chapter and the beginning of a new journey. It’s graduatio…
I’d like to think I’m a pretty open-minded person. I enjoy trying out new things, whether it be a food, clothing trend or activity. Having said that, when I heard about Lumberjaxes, I was inst…
Phoenix Suns headed to Arcadia
If you’ve ever seen the TV show “Parks and Recreation,” it should come as no surprise that a real-life group called Engaging Local Government Leaders (ELGL) holds up Amy Poehler’s character on…
All of us at Arcadia News would like to give a shout out to all the amazing mothers in our neighborhood and let our own moms know just how much we love them.
We all love our moms, of course, so Mother’s Day is prime time to shower her with gifts such as flowers, mimosas and breakfast in bed, right? Of course, she’d love those things, but how about …
You see them on the streets, in the grocery store, walking their dogs and playing on the playground. They seem innocent enough, until these women strap their skates on and head to the track…
Fresh off of finishing first in the Arizona State Tournament, one of the Mock Trial teams from Veritas Preparatory Academy is preparing to travel to Athens, Georgia, to square off against more…
If you’re looking for Isabella Fratesi, chances are, you’ll find her in the pool.
This August, just two months after she will graduate from Santa Clara University in northern California, Xavier Prep alumna and recent Fulbright Scholarship winner Samantha Bennett will travel…
Hayley Murphy – second grade teacher, St. Thomas the Apostle School
From Pre-K to junior year, Scott Ledyard’s educators watched him grow into the talented, hardworking person he is today. And every one of them came together to congratulate him for his latest …
After witnessing how impassioned her students were about global issues such as climate change, deforestation and endangered species, Hopi Elementary teacher Whitney Keeler decided to take a mo…
Eight years ago, Fulton Homes was looking for a way to spread a little patriotism to its customers. The company partnered with 94.5 KOOL FM and came up with the Noon Salute Contest, which offe…
As it has for each of the past 15 years, the Xavier College Preparatory Honor Choir attended the WorldStrides Heritage Festival this year. But unlike any previous trip, the girls’ efforts deli…
Echo Canyon School put on its inaugural Celebration of Excellence in May to celebrate students’ art and music projects while showcasing them to the community.
Although a major coaching change can dampen expectations for any team, this year’s Arcadia High Track and Field squads still produced memorable moments, including setting a new school record.
