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Arizona (/ˌærɪˈzoʊnə/ (listen) ARR-ih-ZOH-nə; Navajo: Hoozdo Hahoodzo [hoː˥z̥to˩ ha˩hoː˩tso˩]; O'odham: Alĭ ṣonak [ˈaɭi̥ ˈʂɔnak]) is a state in the Southwestern United States. It is the 6th-largest and the 14th-most-populous of the 50 states. Its capital and largest city is Phoenix. Arizona is part of the Four Corners region with Utah to the north, Colorado to the northeast, and New Mexico to the east; its other neighboring states are Nevada to the northwest, California to the west and the Mexican states of Sonora and Baja California to the south and southwest.

Arizona is the 48th state and last of the contiguous states to be admitted to the Union, achieving statehood on February 14, 1912. Historically part of the territory of Alta California in New Spain, it became part of independent Mexico in 1821. After being defeated in the Mexican–American War, Mexico ceded much of this territory to the United States in 1848. The southernmost portion of the state was acquired in 1853 through the Gadsden Purchase.

Southern Arizona is known for its desert climate, with very hot summers and mild winters. Northern Arizona features forests of pine, Douglas fir, and spruce trees; the Colorado Plateau; mountain ranges (such as the San Francisco Mountains); as well as large, deep canyons, with much more moderate summer temperatures and significant winter snowfalls. There are ski resorts in the areas of Flagstaff, Alpine, and Tucson. In addition to the internationally known Grand Canyon National Park, which is one of the world's seven natural wonders, there are several national forests, national parks, and national monuments.

Arizona's population and economy have grown dramatically since the 1950s because of inward migration, and the state is now a major hub of the Sun Belt. Cities such as Phoenix and Tucson have developed large, sprawling suburban areas. Many large companies, such as PetSmart and Circle K, have headquarters in the state, and Arizona is home to major universities, including the University of Arizona and Arizona State University. The state is known for a history of conservative politicians such as Barry Goldwater and John McCain, though it has become a swing state since the 1990s. (Full article...)

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Fossil Creek (Yavapai: Hakhavsuwa or Vialnyucha) is a perennial stream accessed by forest roads near the community of Camp Verde in the U.S. state of Arizona. Primary access is from Forest Road 708 off Arizona State Route 260 east of Camp Verde. A tributary of the Verde River, Fossil Creek flows from its headwaters on the Mogollon Rim to meet the larger stream near the former Childs Power Plant.

Fossil Springs, near the headwaters, emits upwards of 20,000 US gallons (76 m³) per minute that flow into the creek year-round. Calcium carbonate, precipitating from the 72 °F (22 °C) water from the springs, creates travertine dams and deposits for several miles downstream. The Fossil Creek system is the fourth largest producer of travertine in the United States. (Full article...)

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... that Arizona Falls is a functioning small hydroelectric plant designed as public art?
... that Cane Beds replaced Virgin Bottoms?
... that the first tequila distillery in the United States was opened in 1936 in Nogales, Arizona, by Harry J. Karns, former Arizona state senator and Nogales mayor?
... that KEVT, the first Spanish-language radio station in Tucson, offered English lessons from a University of Arizona professor?
... that half the students of Northern Arizona University left for Christmas early after campus radio station KNAU was pranked?
... that California maintains 16 checkpoints along its borders with Oregon, Nevada, and Arizona to help protect against an invasion by exotic lifeforms?
... that the solar panels of Canyon View High School provide shade from the Arizona heat and provide 20 percent of the school's energy?
... that Shaun Aguano's interview to join the Arizona State football coaching staff consisted only of being asked, "you want the job?"

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Petrified wood, such as this sample found in Petrified Forest National Park, Arizona, United States, is a fossil wood where all the organic materials have been replaced with minerals, while retaining the original structure of the wood.

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...that, in Arizona v. New Mexico, the U.S. Supreme Court rejected Arizona's attempt to invoke original jurisdiction, but Arizona prevailed when the case returned to the court on appeal?

...that Cris Kirkwood of the Meat Puppets and Jerry Posin of Steppenwolf teamed up to perform music while both were imprisoned at the Federal Correctional Institution in Phoenix, Arizona?

...that Ryan Newman won the 2010 Subway Fresh Fit 600 after making a pass with only two laps to go?

...that Monument Valley was once mined for uranium ore?

... that prospector John Brackett Allen did not strike it rich until he turned to pies?

... that Charles Silent tried to resign from the Arizona Supreme Court almost immediately upon taking up the office?

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Ian Michael Kinsler (Hebrew: איאן קינסלר; born June 22, 1982) is an American-Israeli former professional baseball second baseman. He played in Major League Baseball (MLB) for 14 seasons for the Texas Rangers, Detroit Tigers, Los Angeles Angels, Boston Red Sox, and San Diego Padres. Kinsler was a four-time All Star, two-time Gold Glove winner, and a member of the 2018 World Series champion Boston Red Sox.

Despite having been drafted in the 17th round out of college, Kinsler rose to become a four-time All-Star and a member of the Sporting News 2009 list of the 50 greatest current players in baseball. He was known as a five-tool player, hitting for average and power, and excelling in baserunning, throwing, and fielding. ('Full article...)

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The following are images from various Arizona-related articles on Wikipedia.

Image 1Humphreys Peak seen on its western side from U.S. Route 180, with Agassiz Peak in the background (from Geography of Arizona)
Image 2The luxury Harvey House hotel opened in 1905 overlooking the South Rim of the Grand Canyon; it remains in operation as the El Tovar Hotel. (from History of Arizona)
Image 3A general map of Arizona (from Geography of Arizona)
Image 4Arizona Territory in 1866 (from History of Arizona)
Image 5Keet Seel cliff dwellings (from History of Arizona)
Image 6The Sonoran Desert 35 miles (56 km) west of Maricopa, Arizona (from Geography of Arizona)
Image 7Panorama of Kinishba Ruins, an ancient Mogollon great house. The Kinishba Ruins are one building that has over 600 rooms. (from History of Arizona)
Image 8Water delivered by the Central Arizona Project's canal. (from History of Arizona)
Image 91895 map of the Arizona Territory by Rand McNally. (from History of Arizona)
Image 101903 editorial cartoon by Bob Satterfield, depicting Arizona and New Mexico as crazed gunfighters intent on gaining access to the "E pluribus unum tavern". (from History of Arizona)
Image 11A map of Arizona's average rainfall (from Geography of Arizona)
Image 12A map showing the extent of the Ancestral Puebloan, Hohokam, and Mogollon cultures within the American Southwest and Northern Mexico, all 3 of which were based in what is now Arizona and/or New Mexico in around 1350 CE (from History of Arizona)
Image 13Inspiration Copper Company smelter at Miami, Arizona, c. 1915 (from History of Arizona)
Image 14The Gadsden Purchase (shown with present-day state boundaries and cities) (from History of Arizona)
Image 15The location of Arizona in the United States (from Geography of Arizona)
Image 16Fort Defiance, painted 1873 by Seth Eastman (from History of Arizona)
Image 17Hourly re-enactment for tourists of the Gunfight at the O.K. Corral (from History of Arizona)
Image 18Köppen climate types of Arizona, using 1991–2020 climate normals. (from Geography of Arizona)
Image 19Connor Hotel in Jerome (from History of Arizona)
Image 20Major airfields in Arizona during World War II. (from History of Arizona)
Image 21Signing of Arizona statehood bill in 1912 (from History of Arizona)
Image 22A map of Arizona's counties (from Geography of Arizona)
Image 23The Great House at the Casa Grande Ruins National Monument (from History of Arizona)
Image 24Hohokam pottery from Casa Grande (from History of Arizona)
Image 25This ornate grain basket by Akimel O'odham dates from the early 20th century, showing the Native American dimension to the state's culture (from History of Arizona)
Image 26Sinagua cliff dwelling (Montezuma Castle), Arizona, built in around 1100 CE (from History of Arizona)

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April 30: Arizona bans abortion for genetic abnormalities
March 20: Arizona, Florida, Illinois hold 2020 US presidential primaries; Ohio postpones
September 7: Wikinews interviews 2020 US Libertarian Party presidential candidate Adam Kokesh
March 21: Uber suspends self-driving car program after pedestrian death in Arizona, United States
October 27: United States Senator Jeff Flake announces retirement, citing 'profoundly misguided' party politics
July 25: Linkin Park's lead singer Chester Bennington dies at 41
June 27: Colombia beats USA 1-0 for 2016 Copa América bronze
June 5: Boxing great Muhammed Ali dies aged 74

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Nickname: The Grand Canyon State
Capital and largest city: Phoenix
Governor: Katie Hobbs (D)
Total area: 295,254 km² (113,998 sq mi)
Population (2009 estimate): 6,595,778
Date admitted to the Union: February 14, 1912
Senators: Kyrsten Sinema (I), Mark Kelly (D)
Representatives: Tom O'Halleran (D), Ann Kirkpatrick (D), Raúl Grijalva (D), Paul Gosar (R), Andy Biggs (R), David Schweikert (R), Ruben Gallego (D), Debbie Lesko (R), Greg Stanton (D)

State symbols:

Animal: Ring-tailed Cat
Bird: Cactus wren
Butterfly: Two-tailed Swallowtail
Colors: Federal Blue and old gold
Firearm: The Colt Single-Action Army Revolver
Fish: Apache trout
Flower: Saguaro blossom
Fossil: Araucarioxylon arizonicum
Gem: Turquoise
Neckwear: Bolo tie
Reptile: Arizona ridge-nosed rattlesnake
Songs: "Arizona March Song", "Arizona"
Tree: Blue Palo Verde

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