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U.S. Route 80, North of Oracle Road.

Arizona's US Route 80 Gets Historic Designation

Sep 24, 2018 It's the first such designation in more than decade and a half.
Cyclists ride east on Speedway Boulevard for El Tour de Tucson in 2017.

Countdown Begins for 2018 El Tour de Tucson

Sep 11, 2018 Organizers plan changes for this one of Tucson's major cycling events.
Arizona Daily Star editorial cartoonist David Fitzsimmons works on an illustration of President Trump.

Editorial Cartoons in the Era of President Trump

Aug 27, 2018 A discussion with longtime cartoonist David Fitzsimmons.
Low inventory means Tucson is still a seller's market in 2018, according to realtors.

Tucson Housing Market Steady in July

Aug 14, 2018 Low inventory causing standstill in home sales.
A few brands of Bacanora inside the Bacanora Museum.

Modernizing Mexican Moonshine: The Future Of Bacanora In Sonora And Beyond

Aug 9, 2018 Producers of the Sonoran spirit look to tradition, economic viability and sustainability amid the hope of a growing market for the agave drink.
A recreation of a gallery scene, with the Willem de Kooning painting "Woman - Ochre" at center.

Clues Mount in Tucson Painting Theft

Aug 9, 2018 One year after "Woman-Ochre" was found, more evidence links to New Mexico couple.
World famous Route 66.

Group Wants Route 66 on List of National Historic Trails

Jul 2, 2018 If the national nonprofit is successful, the historic highway would join 19 other designated National Historic Trails.

Prescott Cancels July 4 Fireworks Show Amid Fire Danger

Jun 27, 2018 Dry conditions cause concern for public safety, according to city's fire chief
Study respondents thought smiles conveyed "coolness" more than a neutral expression.

UA Researchers Link Smiling Faces With 'Coolness'

May 16, 2018 Study has implications for marketing strategies focused on facial expressions.
A UA study suggests parents who share musical experiences early get along better with their teenagers later.

UA Study: Sharing Music Can Bring Parents and Kids Closer

May 10, 2018 Researchers find they get along better during teenage years.
Zoo officials say 11-year-old "Punga" died from a condition that usually strikes horses and dogs.

Elephant Dies at Reid Park Zoo

May 9, 2018 Officials say sudden death caused by fatal condition rarely seen in elephants.
Mezcal is traditionally served in shot glasses with orange slices covered in chilli powder or "sal de gusano."

Mexico Hopes Mezcal Will Flow in Arizona for Cinco de Mayo

May 4, 2018 The Mexican government is sending producers of the agave-distilled spirit to the Southwest.
The lesser long-nosed bat.

Bat Key to Tequila Trade Gets Off US Endangered Species List

Apr 17, 2018 The announcement was good news to both wildlife conservationists and drinkers of tequila, as the bats are important pollinators of agave.
The University of Arizona School of Journalism is joining critics of Sinclair Group's campaign ordering broadcasters to read scripts friendly to President Trump.

UA Journalism School Signs Letter Critical of Broadcast Group

Apr 10, 2018 Among more than 20 schools protesting the Sinclair media corporation's political scripts.
Tohono O'odham basket weaver Terrol Dew Johnson, seated left, gives a workshop outside the Arizona State Museum. Johnson is one of the master artists who participated in the museum's series.

Museum Series Supports Emerging Native American Artists

Apr 6, 2018 Pairs emerging artists with experienced potters and basket weavers from all over the Southwest.
The historic courthouse in downtown Tucson.

Supervisors to Vote on Two New Tenants for Old Courthouse

Mar 19, 2018 University of Arizona and Visit Tucson may split the majority of the courthouse's square footage.

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