APACHE JUNCTION, AZ — Apache Junction police officers and fire officials faced off in a basketball game to raise spirits around the community on Thursday.
Students and coaches from a local school, Imagine Prep, took part in the event and connected with the first responders on the court.
Watch the uplifting story focused on community connection, teamwork, and fun in the video player above.
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