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A collage of portraits from the gallery show "Face 2 Face", created by artists from ArtWorks and students from the University of Arizona’s Art and Visual Education program.

What it is to see, and be seen... ArtWorks explores the portrait in "Face 2 Face".

Also on Arizona Spotlight: The inspiring story of Shirley Chisholm on stage; and an ambitious new musical called "Alice by Heart".

The Tucson Unified School District headquarters, 1010 E. 10th St.

TUSD prepares to sell historic "1010" headquarters, move to new building

The district plans to buy the University of Arizona Service Annex building to house its offices

Arizona AG: No recount for Tucson's Prop. 413, city council salaries now increase

State, city officials sought guidance on whether a recount was needed.

La Mar Park in Tucson's Rose Neighborhood has been transformed from a dump site to a working rain garden

Local Tucson non-profit is fighting drought in back yards and public spaces

Tucson Clean and Beautiful's Green Stormwater Infrastructure Program

A view from the Atascosa Borderlands in the Coronado National Forest.

Atascosa Borderlands: Connecting the land, the wildlife, and the people.

Also on Arizona Spotlight: Dr. Jasleen Chhatwal on helping loved ones survive dark times; and, how do YOU pronounce "Sahuarita"?

I Am You 360 is building a second group of tiny homes to house clients right next to their office.

Local Tucson non-profit uses "whole healing" approach to fight homelessness

I Am You 360 provides homes and professional training for young at-risk Tucsonans

Worker operates wood chipper in Phoenix.

Tucson TreeCycle recycling program in effect for New Year holidays

Residents can bring their Christmas trees to city sites through January 15.

Art inspired by "The Story of the Goblins who Stole a Sexton", written by Charles Dickens in 1836.

Dickens for Christmas? Listen to Rogue Theatre's adaptation of "The Story of the Goblins Who Stole a Sexton"!

Also on Arizona Spotlight: Family & friends hold a unique memorial for a loved one; and the musical bond shared by Emma & Martha Peterson.

Old Main on the University of Arizona campus

ABOR seeks to advance Title IX lawsuit against UA

U.S. Supreme Court Justice Elena Kagan granted a 30 day extension to the board to file a legal petition–the first step to seek an opinion for the high court.

Pickleball is one of the many activities that will be held during the 2024 Senior Olympic Festival in Tucson. These people are playing in Udall Park, on Tucson's east side.

Senior Olympic Festival Is This Month

Participants 50 years old and older will take part in hundreds of activities in Tucson

The Buzz: Looking back and ahead at our economy

Economists say growth is likely to slow, but not stop, in the region and nation.

Friends of Aphasia celebrates the life and work of Pete Kozachik.

Also on Arizona Spotlight: Local experts weigh in on feeding the future; Meet composer and pianst Larry Redhouse; and a new series of productions at The Scoundrel & Scamp Theatre called The Late Night Radio Hour.

A participant waits at an information session on composting and Tucson's new FoodCycle at Home program in Tucson, Ariz., on Saturday, Dec. 9, 2023.

Tucson to launch at-home composting program next year

Composting keeps harmful greenhouse gases out of landfills.

Jane Lynch is coming to town in "A Swingin’ Little Christmas Starring Jane Lynch" featuring Kate Flannery, Tim Davis & The Tony Guerrero Quintet.

Jane Lynch brings "A Swingin’ Little Christmas" to Tucson.

Also on Arizona Spotlight: Head into the magical Valley of the Moon; New horizons encourages seniors to explore music; Spotlight Community Theatre presents "Christmas Shorts" and, Stories that Soar! returns with a touching story of motherly love.

Tucson Mayor Regina Romero delivers her annual State of the City address on Monday, Dec. 4, 2023 at the Tucson Convention Center in Tucson, Ariz. Mayor Romero was re-elected Nov. 7.

Mayor Romero “accepts the challenge” of another term in 2024 State of the City Address

The mayor highlighted her administration’s accomplishments of 2023.

"Six Ways to Get Bit by a Rattlesnake" is one of the bite-sized productions featured in Alejandro Canelos' "Ten Minute Dramas."

A new radio drama: "Six Ways to Get Bit by a Rattlesnake"

Also on Arizona Spotlight: Hydropower on the Navajo Nation; Preview the upcoming Oro Valley Arts Festival; Listen to a poem by Rick Wamer, and a new song from Gabrielle Pietrangelo.

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