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Seven Summits graduates summited the top of Red Mountain on Thursday for photos and a special celebration of the completion of their journey and a start to their next one. (Jennifer Margaret Photography)
The 7 Summits graduates road the chairlift to the top of Red Mountain to celebrate their achievement
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Sustainability, green energy, and world class visual art all meet in new art gallery building

PSA president Jason Cline. (File photo)

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