Grassroots drive delivers winter essentials to Tucson students
United Hearts of Arizona will host its 12th annual Shoe & Jacket Event on Dec. 13, providing winter essentials to more than 200 students from Tucson’s south and west sides.
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News about local K-12 schools, the University of Arizona and Pima Community College.
Aveda Institute Tucson blends training, community and care
Aveda Institute Tucson has become a community-focused training ground for future stylists, offering affordable beauty services while preparing students for long-term success in the industry.
Amphi community divided over transgender student policies
Parents, students and community members packed a recent Amphi school board meeting to debate bathroom access, student safety and the district’s legal obligations to protect transgender youth.
Pima County Master Gardeners unveil new greenhouse
The Pima County Master Gardeners have opened a new donor-funded greenhouse designed to support year-round education, sustainable gardening and community outreach across Southern Arizona.
Youth explore food waste solutions at Tucson Village Farm conference
More than 30 Tucson students spent a day at Tucson Village Farm last month as part of the KALE conference focused on reducing food waste and promoting sustainable habits.
UA PhD student prepares for Garmin Marathon in Tucson
University of Arizona Ph.D. student James Hollister is gearing up for Saturday’s Garmin half marathon, inspired by Tucson’s supportive running community and scenic desert routes.
UA approved $870K Flock Safety deal for campus surveillance
The University of Arizona approved a five-year, $870,000 deal with Flock Safety to install 62 license plate–reading cameras, while South Tucson weighs ending its own contract over privacy concerns.
Student project helps South Tucson plan for the future
A University of Arizona urban planning class partnered with the City of South Tucson to create an award-winning toolkit that helps the community plan for an equitable, culturally rooted future.
Tucson providers push for better mental health access
As Arizona continues to rank among the worst states for mental health access, Tucson providers are working to expand care through local partnerships, telehealth, and student-led initiatives.