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Tickets, please! Valley Metro fares going up Wednesday

June 26th, 2009, 3:12 pm by Jayson Peters

Commuter alert!

Valley Metro is raising fares come Wednesday, July 1.

As the Tribune’s Mike Branom reports, the cost of a one-way ticket is going up by 50 cents, to $1.75. An all-day pass, probably the most common fare purchased by commuters, will be $3.50.

So, rat racers, you have through Tuesday to purchase passes at the old prices. Here’s a chart that summarizes the changes:

July 2009 Valley Metro fare changes

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Heard Museum offers free admission this summer

June 24th, 2009, 2:34 pm by Jayson Peters

Heard MuseumThe world-famous Heard Museum is offering free admission on Saturdays through Aug. 1.

The museum, located at 2301 N. Central Ave. in Phoenix, is home to both ancient artifacts and contemporary art from Native American cultures. There are hands-on activities as well as museum exhibits, and each child will receive free ice-cream treats thanks to Shamrock Farms and a take-home souvenir bag filled with activity sheets, crayons, stickers and more.

Image courtesy the Heard Museum

Hit the link below to read details from the museum’s announcement, including a full schedule.

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