Marana to launch new marketing campaign in January
In February, the town began the process of designing its Tourism Master Plan, a ten-year roadmap to make tourism a sustainable part of the town’s economy while also preserving its small-town feel.
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Community mourns loss of animal, nature advocate John McLean
In addition to being a longtime volunteer at PACC, McLean was also a former board member of Friends of PACC, the shelter’s nonprofit partner.
Grant boosts Tucson nonprofit's efforts to support young readers
Make Way for Books provides programs, services, and resources to more than 30,000 young children, parents, and educators throughout southern Arizona each year.
Siblings separated by foster care system reunite in annual picnic
This year, 74 children spent the day running and playing with their siblings, participating in activities including face painting, glitter tattoos and birdhouse painting.
Pima County high schoolers take on the nation’s problems
The 30th Tucson Metro Teen Town Hall, run by the Pima College Access Network, started in 1992 as a way to bring high school students and Pima County officials together for meaningful community conversations.
Tucson cyclist becomes first stateside retailer of popular UK bike brand
Marky Urias, known on social media as @marky.swerves, started riding as a kid, but it wasn’t until after high school that he became fully invested in the sport.
Tucson neighborhood unites for community cleanup and mural project
The midtown neighborhood is the latest site of Just Communities Arizona’s Community Safety Incubator Project, a grassroots initiative that lets neighborhoods develop their own approaches to creating safe, connected spaces without relying on traditional security measures.
Nogales pianist has the keys to spark community change
After studying at Julliard and earning multiple degrees in music, Nogales native Evan Kory returned home to join the nonprofit sector.
Urban farming is growing in popularity in Pima County
The benefits of urban farming include expanding consumers’ access to locally raised products, repurposing warehouses and other empty spaces, and bolstering community pride.
