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Local children launch 3D printing business [Video]

TUCSON, Ariz. (KGUN) — Two young siblings in Tucson are proving that age is no barrier to entrepreneurship. Grayson Laboa, 12, and Temperance Laboa, 10, have turned their passion for 3D printing into a successful business, creating unique items like dragons, critters, and sea creatures.

The idea for GrayT Creations came after the Laboa siblings watched their father work with a 3D printer. Inspired by his work, they saw a chance to take it further and bring their creative ideas to life.

“We realized we could print a lot more than just the random things we wanted,” said Grayson. “There’s so much you can do with it. You just need a file, and as long as the slicer can handle it, you can print anything.”

Launched just over a year ago, GrayT Creationshas grown steadily, with the siblings managing their business around their busy school schedules. “Our 3D printers can run while we’re at school, as long as someone sets …

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Lawmakers consider Texas firefighting Air Force [Video]

Texas state lawmakers are considering a plan to create a Lone Star Air Force to battle wildfire outbreaks. The operators of an aerial firefighting company were at the Capitol Thursday to help get the idea off the ground. FOX 7 Austin's chief political reporter Rudy Koski has more.