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Nature and Environment

The willow acacia is a desirable decorative tree for many homeowners in Arizona, but this year's extremely cold temperatures tested many of these usually hardy plants to the limits.

Stressed Trees Spark Planting Shift

Apr 8, 2011 When the thermometer dipped into the teens earlier this year, it damaged or killed many trees; now a popular city program is helping residents pick up the pieces

New Weather Service Science Officer Settles In, Talks Upcoming Weather

Apr 8, 2011 An early fascination with the monsoon, and an early prediction of this year's rain
Arizona State Museum Archeology Curator Chuck Adams sizes up the museum's collection of Homolovi artifacts.

The Archeological Treasures of Homolovi State Park

Mar 23, 2011 Discover a place in Northern Arizona that is sacred land to the Hopi, a budget-troubled state park, and a storehouse of ancient relics.

A Humane Touch

Mar 11, 2011 New Humane Society of Southern Arizona vice-president Kerri Burns brings first-hand experience with animal rescues and law enforcement
The Pima County Board of Supervisors recently approved the purchase of 187 acres, to be added to the existing 700-acre Sweetwater Preserve.

Pima County Pumps Up Preserve

Mar 9, 2011 Aided by lower prices, County is adding nearly 200 acres to Sweetwater Preserve northwest of Tucson
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
Snow covers the slopes of the Santa Catalina Mountains.

Winter Storm Brings Snowflakes, Plunging Mercury To Tucson

Dec 31, 2010 Tucsonans ring in the New Year with sub-freezing temps, while the high country rebounds from heavy snows
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

The Tucson Wildlife Center

Nov 17, 2010 Learn how the dedicated staff of the TWC stands ready to help injured wildlife, whether they are feathered, furred, or scaled.
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

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