Effects of Common Core Adoption at Presidio Schools
Method has forced teachers to allow students to think more independently, says Scott Whitlock, head of curriculum and instruction.
Dracula in the Desert?
Ballet Tucson celebrating its 10th year as a professional company, offers variety in dance as a way to build audience.
Energy Plan May Reduce Costs for CAP Water Delivery
Power plant near Page, AZ subject to clean air standards, group working to make those changes affordable, keep plant open.
State Schools Chief Offers Assistance to Sunnyside
Top education official says he can mediate contentious district issues to enable education focus.
New Site Shows Statewide, Local Maps of Natural Hazards
Site is a compilation of data on earthquakes, faults, earth fissures and wildfires in AZ, resources on how to prepare for these.
AZ Week: New American: 'I'm From Here Now'
Overcoming repression, war, refugee immigrants join ranks of US citizens in ceremonies this week.
The Power of Circus Amperean
Find out how a small performing arts group is blending mad science and high voltage to entertain Tucson audiences
Murder Mayhem Mystery Dinner Theater
Local theatre group present their new play, Fuhgedaboudit! a fun exaggeration of mobsters.
Flamenco Culture Takes Center Stage in Tucson Fest
Fifth annual festival kicks off Thursday with guest artists from around the world, Spanish wine, food.
Vail Incorporation Could Be Regional Benefit
Creating a new town could be financially smart because of state revenue distribution, supporters say.'Weird Plants' Flourish in Tucson
Curious adaptations to arid environments draw collectors from hobbyists to the horticulturally obsessed.AZ Grassland Faces Threats from Mesquite Trees, Woody Plants
These plants were not present in the landscape traditionally, continue to spread.
Critically Acclaimed Musicians Share Cuban Sounds with Tucson
Buena Vista Social Club founder shows no sign of slowing down after decades of playing Cuban music worldwide
Legendary Artists Integrates Art, Architecture Throughout Tucson
Charles Clement's pieces can be seen in buildings, various places around the city.
Rothschild: Stronger Economic Ties Between AZ, Sonora a Must
Tucson mayor says he's working to strengthen relationships with Mexican business, governmental officials.
