New art collective takes root in historic Tucson temple
The Temple Arts Collective, opening in a historic downtown Tucson building, offers a collaborative space for artists to explore new mediums and foster creativity.
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Partnerships bloom with South Tucson habitat garden
A new community habitat garden at Luna y Sol Cafe in South Tucson brings together residents, nature and local history through a public-private partnership aimed at fostering sustainability and connection.
Tucson High alum creates space for Chicano style, local artists
Tucson native Arianna Luna blends fashion, culture and activism at La Bella Luna Boutique, a west side shop dedicated to uplifting Chicano identity and supporting local artists.
Through cats and community, Tucson woman builds a story of hope
After rescuing a colony of feral cats in Tucson, Courtney Gustafson turned her life-changing experience into a memoir that explores community, resilience and the power of small acts of care.
Immigrant women face deepening healthcare crisis in Pima County and beyond
Immigrant women in the U.S. face a growing health crisis shaped by systemic barriers, gendered expectations, and political policies that experts say increasingly work to silence and erase their experiences.
Rio Nuevo closes office amid backlash over Borderlands Brewery ousting
Rio Nuevo shut down its office temporarily after receiving threats following news that Borderlands Brewery would be displaced to make way for a Live Nation-backed comedy club.
Pima County youth swim team registration opens April 29
Pima County’s summer swim team program for kids ages 5 to 18 opens for registration on April 29, with nine teams available across the county and limited spots filling fast.
Environmental rollbacks, mining expansion spark alarm in Southern Arizona
Amid record heat and worsening air quality, Southern Arizona faces growing environmental threats from federal policy rollbacks and expanded mining, prompting alarm from former EPA leaders and local advocates.
Market returns with new name, same mission to uplift Black-owned businesses
Blk House Mrkt returns on April 26 with a new name and expanded mission to celebrate Black culture, support local Black-owned businesses, and build community in Tucson.
