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.
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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.
BBC journalist Lyse Doucet shares tips with student journalists
Lyse Doucet, the British Broadcast Corporation’s chief international correspondent, was honored for her work Friday night at the school of journalism’s Zenger Award for Press Freedom banquet.
Mexican baseball to make history in Tucson this weekend
The International Series runs today through Sunday at Kino Veterans Memorial Stadium. It's the first regular season series to be played in the U.S.
Marana food bank highlights community impact and future plans
The Marana Food Bank and Community Resource Center opened on December 1 as a sister organization to the Sahuarita Food Bank. It operates under its own budget and all the money it raises stays in Marana.
