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The entrance of the South32 Hermosa mine site, a critical minerals project that looks to source manganese and zinc.

South32 Hermosa Project releases Mine Plan of Operations

Notice of Intent to prepare Environmental Impact Statement expected in May
Arizona Republican Party.

Arizona Republicans choose Trump favorite Gina Swoboda as party chair

Swoboda replaces Jeff DeWit, who was halfway through his two-year term.
Painting by Kristin Harvey.

Celebrating Sonoran beauty through both science and art.

Also on Arizona Spotlight: Arizona Theatre Company reveals "Intimate Apparel", starring Tracey N. Bonner, directed by Oz Scott.
This map from Opportunity Atlas shows the average income for adults based on where they grew up.

The Buzz: Combatting Generational Poverty in Pima County

A new effort aims to help those who are born into poverty move up the socio-economic ladder.

Man sentenced to life in prison for the fatal shooting of a deputy U.S. marshal in Arizona in 2018

Prosecutors originally sought the death penalty in the case.
University of Arizona football coach Brent Brennan (r.) with UA athletic director Dave Heeke.

Arizona to transition athletic director Dave Heeke out in early February

He will be replaced on an interim basis by former Wildcats softball coach Mike Candrea.
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
U.S. currency in various denominations.

The Buzz: How the state went from a surplus to a deficit

Two economists walk through how the state is facing a projected $1.7 billion deficit by the end of FY 25 after starting last year with a $2.5 billion surplus.
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
Balaji Vaidyanathan with the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) answers questions during a community meeting about a pending air quality permit for the South 32 Hermosa Mine project in Patagonia on Thursday, Jan. 11. Residents in the area are primarily concerned about potential negative health outcomes from manganese exposure. The Hermosa Mine looks to source "critical minerals" zinc, manganese, lead and silver from its two main deposits.

ADEQ proposes Air Quality permit for Mine near Patagonia

Locals oppose the South32 Hermosa mine, state concerns of manganese exposure.
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"?
Star, a two-year-old pit bull terrier, has been at the Pima Animal Care Center since Oct. 7, 2022. She was rescued by an animal protection officer.

PACC saves 72 animals in back-to-back hoarder rescues

24 dogs, 48 cats were impounded this week.
A school bus.

Patagonia public schools consider four-day school week

Superintendent wants to reduce absenteeism, recruit and retain new teachers.
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
An aerial view of the Molino 2 Fire on Catalina Highway in the Coronado National Forest. April 30, 2023

Tucson man who started Molino II Fire ordered to pay restitution to United States Forest Service

Michael J. Sobcynski enters a plea agreement for using incendiary ammunition.

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