Fun Facts

• AZ became the 48th state on February 14, 1912
• Official State Bird is the Cactus Wren
• Official State Flower is the Cactus Blossom
• The Bola Tie is the official necktie
• Official nickname is the "Grand Canyon State"
• Official state motto is Diat Deus or "God enriches"
• Janet Napolitano (D) is the current state governor
• Maricopa County is the largest county in population; Coconino County is the largest in square miles.
• Hispanics are the largest minority group, followed by Blacks. Census Info
• According to Nielsen Media Research, Phoenix is currently the #12 televison market.