Madison Thomas joined KGUN 9 in July of 2023 as a multimedia journalist. She graduated from Arizona State University in May of 2023 with a degree in journalism and mass communication, a minor in political science and certificate in cross-sector leadership.
The Marana Parks and Recreation Department recently received two awards from the Arizona Parks and Recreation Association.The town’s Splash Savvy program received the “Outstanding Media” award. Wayne Barnett, Deputy Director for Marana Parks and Recreation says the program is targeted at providing tools and resources about water safety.
The town’s annual Fall Festival received the “Outstanding Special Event for populations 25,000 to 100,000” award.“Fall festival is just a real celebration of Marana’s western heritage,” Barnett said. The festival features carnival rides, performances, mutton busting, vendors and other activities.About 25 awards in different categories are given out by the Arizona Parks and Recreation Association each year. Barnett says Marana has won awards five years in a row.
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