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7th annual Sept. 11 memorial Tower Challenge to take place in Glendale

Sep 4, 2022, 10:30 AM

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(Screenshot/100 Club)

(Screenshot/100 Club)

PHOENIX — The seventh annual Sept. 11 Tower Challenge will be taking place in Glendale on Saturday for first responders, members of the military and supporters.

The event will have 2,071 stairs for guests to climb in honor of those who lose their lives in the attacks on the Twin Towers.

Thousands of people, including firefighters in full gear, police, military and bomb squad personnel come out to honor the World Trade Center’s 110 floors and 2071 steps.

It will begin at 8 a.m. at Desert Diamond Arena (formerly Gila River Arena).

Tickets will run for $45 with proceeds benefiting the 100 Club of Arizona, according to the website.

You can register and purchase tickets online.

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7th annual Sept. 11 memorial Tower Challenge to take place in Glendale