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PCC students design sustainable fashion from Goodwill
Students from Pima Community College and Flowing Wells High School showcased original fashion designs inspired by the five Chinese elements, all made from Goodwill materials, at PCC's ninth annual Elements of Fashion show.
Arizona's Tapenisa Havea makes final push at NCAA Regionals
Arizona shot put and discus thrower Tap Havea has saved her best for last, winning two Big 12 titles in her senior season and heading into NCAA West Regionals with a new mindset and personal bests to show for it.
Tucson's long-delayed German restaurant to open June 5
Biergarten, a Bavarian-style restaurant on Tucson's west side, opens June 5 after more than a year of permitting delays. Grand opening festivities run through the evening.
Tucson musicians bet on community over algorithm
Tucson musicians are finding new ways to build careers outside the mainstream, from house shows to DIY practice spaces, even as streaming royalties stay low and local venue payouts remain scarce.
Southern Arizona farmers test new tactics against drought
Southern Arizona farmers are testing new irrigation methods and crop strategies as Colorado River cuts and extreme heat strain the region's water supply. But researchers say individual efforts won't be enough without stronger policy support.
Arizona program trains women as legal advocates
A new no-cost certification program is training women already serving Arizona communities to become legal advocates for neighbors facing eviction or domestic violence. Applications are due June 5.
Tucson artists question public mural selection process
Some artists say Tucson's publicly funded mural commission process lacks transparency and favors repeat artists over emerging voices, raising questions about who controls how taxpayer arts dollars are spent.
Tucson's TimberTote heads to New York Fashion Week
Tucson wooden purse company TimberTote is heading to New York Fashion Week in September and hosting a fundraiser fashion show in Tucson on August 14 to help cover the cost.