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.
Sunnyside looking to expand use of pre-college programs
Pima Community College currently offers three federally-funded programs to Sunnyside high school students, partnering with the district since 2007.
Sunnyside rolls out new strategies to reduce chronic absenteeism
The interventions are a collaboration between the district’s public information team, school supervision team, and site leaders at various schools.
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.
Prop 314's passage sparks concern in Tucson's Latino communities
Opponents have likened Proposition 314 to SB1070, a 2010 state law that empowered local law enforcement to ask for immigration papers from anyone they suspected of being undocumented.
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.