Mobile barbershop serves Tucson's vulnerable
Serve Society is a mobile barbershop offering free haircuts and support to Tucson residents in recovery, experiencing homelessness or reentering society.
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Tucson Electric Power group advances Indigenous equity
A Native American employee group at Tucson Electric Power is working to boost Indigenous recruitment and awareness while building stronger ties with the community.
Tucson Summer Reading Club party set for August 16
The Tucson Summer Reading Club will wrap up with a community celebration on August 16 featuring prizes, a book swap, local vendors, and breakfast at Di Luna Candles and Goods.
A decade since American Meat Co. closed, its impact remains
As American Eat Co. nears its 10th anniversary, the Islas family and Tucson residents reflect on the building’s past life as American Meat Co., a cherished butcher shop and cultural gathering place.
Somos Tucson aims to revive Spanish news
After the closure of La Estrella de Tucson, the city’s only Spanish-language newspaper, former editor Liliana Lopez Ruelas is launching Somos Tucson to restore local news access for Spanish-speaking residents.
Jon Proudstar talks Native storytelling at Pima library event
At a Pima County Library event, actor and writer Jon Proudstar spoke about Indigenous storytelling, media representation, and his comic series “Tribal Force.”
Tucson Young Professionals launches Hello520 to attract new talent
Tucson Young Professionals is expanding its mission with Hello520, a new program designed to attract and support young talent relocating to Tucson.
Tucson Spotlight partners with South Tucson for community newsletter
Tucson Spotlight has partnered with the City of South Tucson to produce a community newsletter, with the first edition now available.
First woman manager to carry on El Casino family legacy
Barbara Martinez will become the first woman to manage El Casino Ballroom, continuing her family’s decades-long legacy of preserving the historic South Tucson venue as a hub for community celebration.