Out of this world: space tourism expected to launch in 2024
World View, based in Tucson, is now in their preliminary design stage.
First-ever 'Oracle Dark Sky Cultural Festival' is this week
Residents embrace the economic boost to the town.
The Buzz: How the short-term rental market is changing in Arizona
The state's hold on regulations has loosened, but some municipalities want more control.
Pima County tourism saw strong rebound in 2021
Report commissioned by local tourism bureau says visitor spending up 77 percent
“Gabby Giffords: Won’t Back Down” is a journey of healing from gun violence.
Also on Arizona Spotlight: The mission of Homicide Survivors Inc.; and exploring meaning & purpose at the 39th International Dream Convention.
Old Tucson prepares to reopen under new management
New company is shooting for opening by Halloween
Take a Peep at The Tucson Erotica Art Show.
Also on Arizona Spotlight: The history of Rukin Jelks and the Rillito Park Racetrack; memories of being a Tucson teen in the 1970s; and a teenager in Hermosillo who is an emerging film composer.
Canada-based Flair adds flights to Tucson
Discount airline aims to bring snowbirds to Tucson, and take skiers to Canada
Arizona Spotlight for February 10th, 2022
On Arizona Spotlight: Dr. Regina N. Bradley on the greater influence of Southern hip hop; members of Tucson's Jewish Community react to the Tennessee banning of the graphic novel "Maus: A Survivor's Tale"; and explore the dream history of Downtown Tucson.
Thousands of people return to Southern Arizona for gem shows
The Tucson Gem, Mineral and Fossil Showcase is attracting national and international crowds.
Sewage crisis hits Mexico beach community
Sonora's governor promises aid
El Tour de Tucson Returns
The popular event is Saturday, Nov. 20, 2021 after the pandemic forced a cancellation last year.
Full Tourism Rebound Could Take Years in Arizona
The governor recently announced a new tourism initiative that will be funded with over $100 million in federal aid.
Raising awareness of aphasia, one stone at a time.
Also on Arizona Spotlight: The plans to create a Tucson Gastronomy Collective to celebrate the unique flavors of Tucson; and a 5th grader and her family embark on a road trip from Sheboygan to Tucson.
AZ Chamber: state’s economic recovery uneven, but promising
A discussion with outgoing Arizona Chamber of Commerce and Industry President Glenn Hamer.
