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Eric Magrane and his wife harvest rainfall with gutters and cisterns and grow native plants in swales that reduce water waste.

Conservation Close to Home

Mar 3, 2011 Tucson residents team up with local non-profit to increase beauty and decrease consumption

More Pedal Power for Pima County

Feb 9, 2011 City and county officials are trying to increase bicycle use
In TerraSante Village, residents have adopted practices like water harvesting, cooperative gardening and sharing resources.

The TerraSante Experiment

Jan 27, 2011 Local residents work to live in harmony with the environment west of Tucson

Taking Wildlife in Hand

Jan 3, 2011 The Tucson Wildlife Center provides care for injured and orphaned animals
Tony Paniagua visits two homeowners in Cochise County whose houses are "off the grid."

Finding Freedom From Utility Bills

Dec 23, 2010 Some residents in Southern Arizona are living off the grid, harvesting their energy from nature
Dave Bushell and Marybeth Morehart dedicate their time and talent to preserving Sabino Canyon Recreation Area.

Friends in High Places

Dec 6, 2010 Two local volunteer organizations are committed to helping one of Southern Arizona's top attractions.
The Ironwood Forest National Monument celebrates its 10th anniversary.

National Monument Celebrates 10th Anniversary

Dec 6, 2010 Ironwood Forest is part of the National Monument Conservation System
Now a new UA facility will increase the health and safety of those doing dangerous work in the mines.

UA Opens Mine Safety Lab

Nov 29, 2010 Lab will eventually provide emergency rescue
Tucson Village Farm in midtown Tucson.

Web Feature: A Children's Harvest

Nov 12, 2010 Tucked into the city's center, Tucson Village Farm offers kids a taste of country life
Pima County Supervisor Sharon Bronson discusses the impacts of the November 2nd election in Pima County.

Election Impact on Pima County

Nov 4, 2010 Pima County Supervisor Sharon Bronson talks about the impact of Tuesday's election in Pima County.
Malaria mosquito research

Malaria

Oct 18, 2010 Major breakthrough in the fight against malaria by genetically altering the mosquito that carries the disease
In an interview with Bill Buckmaster, Pima County Board of Supervisors' Chair Ramon Valadez discusses the ramifications of Proposition 203, the medical marijuana act, and the proposed recreation facility on the Northwest side of town.

Super Rec-area Planned

Oct 6, 2010 Pima County Supervisors Chairman Ramon Valadez says the board has given the green light to move forward with plans for a massive recreation complex on Tucson's northwest side.
San Xavier del Bac

The Battle to Conserve Mission San Xavier del Bac

Sep 2, 2010 Restoration of Mission San Xavier del Bac's deteriorated east bell tower is on hold because funding has dried up.

Electric Cars Rolling Out

Sep 1, 2010 Supporters of electric vehicles are excited about the short-term and long-term future
Ray Carroll Pima County Supervisor

Property Taxes Going Up?

Sep 1, 2010 Pima County Supervisor Ray Carroll talks about what Pima County homeowners can expect on upcoming property tax bills.
Grand Canyon

The Grand Canyon and the Colorado River

Aug 10, 2010 Big changes in the river corridor over the last 150 years

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