Tucson nonprofit aims to connect and empower girls
Mini Poderosas mentors and empowers girls ages 8 through 18 from diverse backgrounds, connecting them with women leaders through events and an annual summer camp.
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White House Official promotes success of city’s thrive zones
Last week, Tom Perez, senior advisor and director of intergovernmental affairs for Joe Biden, was in town to tour the administration’s recent investments in affordable housing in the 29th Street Thrive Zone.
Nation’s first youth mariachi group celebrate 60 years in Tucson
Los Changuitos Feos de Tucson, or “The Ugly Little Monkeys,” was the first youth mariachi group to tour the U.S., inspiring a wave of mariachi groups across the country. The group has performed in the U.S. and Mexico and created a scholarship program that’s become a model for many other groups.
Dueling VP visits highlight stark contrast in campaigns
Early voting kicked off in Pima County Wednesday, and thousands of community members marked the occasion by rallying with their vice presidential candidate of choice.
Lappin weighs in on sheriff department’s role at the border
Sheriff Chris Nanos didn’t respond to our requests for an interview, but his Republican challenger, Heather Lappin was happy to clarify her views.
Former UA president launches website touting success
A week after stepping down as President of the University of Arizona, Robert C. Robbins has launched a new website promoting his work as a “Leader, Innovator and Educator.”
Bechtol has big ideas for Pima County's District 4
Vanessa Bechtol may be new to politics, but she has decades of experience in community and public service that she says makes her the most qualified candidate for District 4’s Pima County Supervisor seat.
Tucson Village Farm celebrate 15 years of supporting local youths
From a sprout of an idea to a flourishing hub of community engagement, Tucson Village Farm has grown to become a vital resource for health and education as it approaches its 15th anniversary.
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