WEEKEND: 3 stories to watch in Arizona 3/16/13-3/17/13
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Posted: 03/15/2013
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 Saturday, March 16, and Sunday, March 17.
SATURDAY 3/16
ST PATRICK'S DAY PARADE
Irish step dancers, bagpipes, dignitaries, police and fire vehicles, and classic cars will all be a part of this year's Phoenix St. Patrick's Day Parade. 10am, 3rd Street from Sheridan to McDowell, Phoenix.
POWERBALL
The Powerball jackpot for Saturday's draw is estimated at $216 million.
SUNDAY 3/17
NEW POPE DELIVERS BLESSING
Pope Francis for the first time will deliver the traditional Sunday blessing of the crowd at the Vatican.
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