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Posted: 02/08/2012
So you can stay ahead of the news, here's a quick look at some of the stories ABC15 will be keeping an eye on Thursday, February 9.
WORKERS RALLY
Union leaders, public employees, and community leaders will rally against a series of bills they say will harm Arizona workers. 12pm, State Senate Lawn, Arizona State Capitol, Phoenix.
MILITARY FAITH SUMMIT
The Arizona National Guard will host a “Faith-Based Summit” to train and equip faith communities and organizations to provide care and support to service members, veterans, and their families. 9am-4:30pm, Papago Park Military Reservation, Phoenix.
KYRENE MANSION FIGHT
The Chandler City Council is expected to vote on a use permit allowing a large mansion in west Chandler to become an event venue. Some neighbors have organized to voice strong opposition to this. 7pm, Chandler Council Chambers.
ROOF RAT PREVENTION
The City of Tempe will hold a roof rat prevention meeting where an expert will share suggestions for tackling existing roof rat problems and preventing them from entering homes and yards. 6pm-7:30pm, Community Room, Tempe History Museum.
HEART SURGERY SURVIVORS
One hundred open heart surgery patients will reunite and thank the surgeons and staff who helped save their lives. 6pm-8:30pm, Scottsdale Healthcare Shea Medical Center.
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