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HGTV to feature Tucson’s Bottle House
Community

HGTV to feature Tucson’s Bottle House

Tucson’s Bottle House, a unique home built from thousands of recycled glass bottles, will make its national TV debut on HGTV’s "Zillow Gone Wild" next month.

PRISM gives Arizona students hands-on science mentorship
Schools

PRISM gives Arizona students hands-on science mentorship

PRISM, a new mentorship program from SARSEF, pairs Arizona high school students with scientists and graduate mentors to gain hands-on research experience and develop skills for college and careers.

Tucson nonprofit spreads positivity with handmade affirmations
Community

Tucson nonprofit spreads positivity with handmade affirmations

A Tucson nonprofit is lifting community members' spirits by selling handmade affirmation cards paired with bracelets, with a portion of proceeds supporting scholarships.

Condado Pima comprará un motel con problemas, Sur Tucson
El Foco de Tucson

Condado Pima comprará un motel con problemas, Sur Tucson

El condado de Pima está considerando comprar el Spanish Trail Motel, una medida que podría resolver la demanda de Sur Tucson contra el propietario Brian Bowers por incendios, delincuencia y asbesto persistente en la propiedad.

Tucson sewing efforts stitch community and sustainability
Community

Tucson sewing efforts stitch community and sustainability

A growing movement of sewing efforts is reviving the lost art of stitching while fostering sustainability, creativity and community connection.

Pima County to buy troubled South Tucson motel
Region

Pima County to buy troubled South Tucson motel

Pima County is considering buying the Spanish Trail Motel, a move that could resolve South Tucson’s lawsuit against landlord Brian Bowers over fires, crime, and lingering asbestos at the property.

Fondo busca $500 mil para familias indocumentadas
El Foco de Tucson

Fondo busca $500 mil para familias indocumentadas

La Fundación Sunnyside está recaudando $500,000 para brindar asistencia en efectivo y apoyo legal a familias indocumentadas y de estatus mixto en Tucson afectadas por la detención o deportación.

Asian student council criticizes UA cultural center consolidation
Schools

Asian student council criticizes UA cultural center consolidation

The University of Arizona’s cultural resource centers are raising concerns about the May consolidation of centers, dismissals of longtime directors, and a lack of transparency in the process.

Student brings youth voice to TUSD bond committee
Schools

Student brings youth voice to TUSD bond committee

Owen Brosanders, a senior at University High School, is the only student on Tucson Unified’s bond oversight committee, advocating for youth voices in decisions on district spending and climate-related initiatives.

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