By Alisha Brewer THUD! Ugh, that sound. That terrible sound whenever a bird slams into our window. Followed by my husband saying, “Bet it doesn’t have the guts to do that again.” (Insert my unamused face.) I’ve noticed that come springtime we see an uptick in the number of birds that collide with our windows. Perhaps...
By Tom Howard Houghton/I-10 InterchangeWork is underway to complete the new temporary Westbound on ramp to I-10. Once this is completed crews will close the old on ramp and continue with the new bridge approach pads. Westbound traffic will have a new entrance ramp to get onto the interstate. Traffic control changes can be expected during this...
Cadet Jacob Hart from Empire High School has been awarded an Air Force ROTC Scholarship to Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Prescott, AZ. Cadet Jaidan Curfman-Levy from Andrada Polytechnic High School received an Appointment to the U.S. Naval Academy Preparatory School. Cadet Curfman-Levy received the Nomination to attend the U.S. Naval...
By Hughes Federal Credit Union Identity theft can put you in a world full of trouble, draining you of your financial resources and leaving you with a problem that can often take weeks to months to repair. So how can you prevent yourself from being a part of this statistic? Here are some tips to help you stay safe. Who’s at risk? Everyone. If...
By K. Nepsa As summer approaches, it’s natural that people will look to recreate in areas with cooler temperatures or at the very least, any place with water. Water soothes our heated skin and it’s a way our taxed and overheated bodies can find solace and comfort for a few hours. As an avid outdoor explorer, I have found water in the desert in the...
By John Simpson March was actually wetter than February, but still somewhat below average in rainfall. I recorded 0.39” of rain (and melted snow) and my 10-year average is 0.47.” The Tucson airport recorded 0.31,” which is well below the airport’s 30-year average of 0.73.” This was also the 17th straight March that the airport reported below...
By April Bourie The lifeblood of the Presidio Museum in downtown Tucson is its volunteers and docents who provide most of the programming and tours at the museum. In an effort to attract new docents, the museum is holding a Docent training course this fall. The course is for individuals who are excited about local history, want to learn more and...
By Fiona de Young, Community Relations Manager The Rincon Valley Fire District proudly celebrated four new hires and one promotion during a pinning ceremony held at the monthly board meeting March 25, 2021. The badge pinning is a long-standing fire service tradition and includes an oath of commitment to duty: Pinning the badge Assistant Chief...
By Christine Anderson Ferraris Arizona law limits interest rates to protect its residents from predatory lending. By way of example, the maximum annual percentage rate (APR) including fees is 41% for a $2,000, two-year installment loan. In 2008, 60% of Arizona voters rejected a payday lender ballot initiative that would have overturned the state’s...
By Patrick Whitehurst It’s a mad scramble but worth the effort. According to the Center for Disease Control (CDC) nearly 4.5 million people in Arizona have been vaccinated against Covid-19, with 268,000 of them right here in Pima County. That’s a lot of sore arms. Not to mention a lot of people waiting in line. That needle is all the rage for...
