Every star differs at Saguaro City Music Theatre camp
Thirteen actors move across a blackbox theater stage — some walk, others shuffle, one rolls her wheelchair. Arms above her head and hands raised — think high jazz hands — choreographer Dena DiGiacinto moves in front of the group. “Can you twinkle out on stage?” DiGiacinto, the Saguaro City Music Theatre managing director asks the…
Tucson fights new HUD rules while bracing for homelessness funding hit
Amid a new set of Trump administration rules seeking to limit federal funding for long-term homelessness programs, Tucson is taking a dual approach. The city has joined a national legal…
Your voter guide: Arizona primary election 2026
Between June 24 and July 21, Arizona voters can participate in choosing which state and local candidates they want to see on the ballot in November. This voter guide includes…
Tu guía para votar: Elección primaria de Arizona 2026
Entre el 24 de junio y el 21 de julio, los votantes de Arizona podrán participar en la selección de los candidatos estatales y locales que desean ver en la…
Your voter guide: Where South Tucson City Council candidates stand on key issues
Voters in South Tucson will soon decide the next wave of leaders at a pivotal moment in the city’s decision-making…
Tu guía para votar: Posturas de candidatos al Concejo Municipal de South Tucson en temas clave
Los votantes de South Tucson pronto decidirán quiénes serán los próximos líderes de la ciudad en un momento clave para…
Marana 2026 election guide: What candidates say about ICE detention center, data center
Marana residents voting in the July primary may do more than select their next mayor and four council members —…
Guía electoral de Marana 2026: Qué dicen candidatos sobre centro de datos y centro de detención de ICE
Los residentes de Marana que voten en las primarias de julio podrían hacer más que elegir a su próximo alcalde…
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