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The Children's Heart Foundation is hosting an event to raise awareness for heart defects, which the CDC says are the most common defects found in newborns. FOX 10's Lindsey Ragas has the story.

Queen Creek Olive Mill is hosting its 11th annual Garlic Fest over the next two weekends with samples, tractor tours, local artisans and more.

Ray Cammack Shows, the company that puts on the Arizona State Fair, is preparing the final touches for opening night. FOX 10's Danielle Miller has the story.

Tempe Town Lake, which is located is the heart of Tempe, is a popular recreational area. Spanning more than two miles and created from a dammed section of the Salt River, the lake offers scenic views and a wide range of activities. FOX 10 Drone Pilot Brian Kae has more on the lake, in this week's edition of Drone Zone.

The Arizona State Fair is so close to opening, you can almost taste it. Vendors are preparing to take on a wide variety of taste buds, serving up everything from sweet to sour.

A new Better Buzz Coffee location opened in Tempe near Elliot and Kyrene roads. FOX 10's Kenzie Beach has more.

For this week's edition of Drone Zone, we take a look over Papago Park in Phoenix, which is known for its unique sandstone formations, like the very popular 'Hole In The Rock.' The park spans over 1,500 acres, and offers hiking and biking trails. It is also home to the Desert Botanical Garden and the Phoenix Zoo. FOX 10 Photojournalist Joe Tillman has more.

A new interactive park in Apache Junction called Painted Sky Park is now open to the public and has all kinds of features, including a dog park. FOX 10's Desiree Fluellen has the story.

This weekend the Arizona Science Center is offering free admissions to families.

The city of Mesa is celebrating the major expansion of one of its parks. It's now the largest park in the city, and is sure to be a hot spot for families with kids in sports. FOX 10's Desiree Fluellen went to Red Mountain Park to get a look around.

In this week's edition of Drone Zone, we take you to Dankworth Pond State Park, a peaceful retreat in the Safford area that is known for its serene pond and lush surroundings. FOX 10 Drone Pilot Brian Kae gives us a look at this haven for anglers, birdwatchers and hikers.

Sept. 2 is the last weekday of the season at Salt River Tubing and crowds are expected be big on Labor Day.

The Shemer Art Center opens a new exhibition that features more than 110 works of art. FOX 10's Irene Snyder has more.

A brand new store called Ariat opened at The Scottsdale Quarter that sells western-style clothing, hats and boots. FOX 10's Danielle Miller has more.

Hurricane Harbor in Phoenix is hosting Labor Day festivities before the water park closes for the summer.