Have you ever wondered about how many nuts there are in the world? On second thought maybe I should qualify that question a little better. Have you ever wondered how many “tree” nuts there are in the world? Well, I’m glad you asked. You do know that not all nuts grow on trees?
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WILLCOX — City Manager Caleb Blaschke focused on the city’s budgeting for leisure services including the Twin Lakes Golf Course, the city pool and the Elsie S. Hogan Community Library during the city council meeting on May 6.
TUCSON — Cycling in Southern Arizona will get a major boost next spring when the inaugural El Tour de Zona takes place March 25-27 in and around towns of Sierra Vista, Tombstone and Bisbee.
How can you ensure that you receive the best medical care possible? — by becoming an advocate for your health and wellbeing.
Courts and Crime
- County releases video of DPS officer-involved shooting incident
- Filing seeks to dismiss bid to access audit documents
- Settlement conference sought in accused child molester case
- Voucher program to help needy aiming for Oct. 1 launch
- Police arrest local man on sexual exploitation of a minor charges
- Tentative trial date set in Mescal murder case
- Bicyclist struck on State Route 80 at Lavender Pit dies, police say
- Cyclist struck by hit-and-run motorist on State Route 80 at pit, driver arrested, police say
- Judge orders text messages released in child abuse civil complaint
- Evidence in child molestation case will not be suppressed, judge rules
- Supreme Court rules against immigrants with temporary status
- Accused child molester sentenced for DUI probation violation
- AZ Supreme Court bans Tucson AG office from handling murder case
- Douglas border station sees steady number of illegal crossings, officials say
- Local man arrested on child abuse charges
- SV police, residents victims of 'swatting' call
- Plea deal on the table in accused child killer case
- Fort, Lori's Place combine to help victims of sexual assault, abuse
- Accused child molester to be held without bail, officials say
- Marijuana firm sues county, wants court to overturn appeal
SIERRA VISTA — Sierra Vista Unified School District recently launched its Creative Arts Learning Lab as an initiative to integrate more instruction in the arts for elementary school students.
We all know that it is better to be healthy than to be unhealthy, to eat well as opposed to poorly and to be physically active versus being sedentary. Most of us know that a healthy diet and exercise can help to prevent some of the most common causes of death in the United States, including …
SIERRA VISTA — Filmmakers across the region are preparing for some fast and furious filming in anticipation for this year’s Sierra Vista 48 Hour Film Competition.
Inspired to innovate her home business with the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, florist Edda Delacruz provides phone, video-chat, and limited in-person consultations for her clients at Fridas Studio Florist.
HEREFORD — This year’s “Ride, Cowboy Ride” Cowboy Poetry Gathering found a way to reach its audience despite the pandemic, by live-streaming their performers in addition to limited in-person seating to accommodate the safety guidelines related to COVID-19.
SIERRA VISTA — The city of Sierra Vista’s Arts & Humanities mural project, containing local artwork and symbolism of the surrounding area, has resumed construction after a three-year hiatus.
When it comes to helping individuals feel better, move better, recover from injury or ease chronic mobility issues, physical therapists play an integral role.
“Runners: on your mark, set, Go Virtual!”
PHOENIX — As the number of Arizonans who have contracted COVID-19 has raced past 100,000, testing for the novel coronavirus that causes the respiratory disease has become a priority. Some of that testing now is being done through saliva, a process that’s easier and less expensive.
When we exercise, the levels of thousands of substances in our bloodstream rise and drop, according to an eye-opening new study of the immediate, interior effects of working out. The study is the most comprehensive cataloging to date of the molecular changes that occur during and after exerc…
Whether you are hunched over a laptop in a makeshift workspace or slouched on the couch binge-watching TV, you know — and can feel — that sitting for long periods can sabotage your health. From head to toe, these simple exercises can provide relief, restore muscle function and improve posture.
As she looked at the Disney characters decorating the walls of the San Carlos Apache Healthcare Dental Clinic and at the smiling, laughing children watching dental health demonstrations, Suzanne Haney thought back to what a trip to the dentist used to be.
When Edward Miller took over as chief medical officer for Copper Queen Community Hospital he didn’t think he’d have to lead a hospital through a pandemic.
It seems you cannot turn on a television in this crazy COVID-19 time without hearing concern about stress, and lots of advice on how to handle it. They tell you to binge-watch your favorite television series, have a marathon with Netflix, meditate, do yoga, drown yourself in arts & craft…
BISBEE — Bisbee residents will have a new outdoor exercise court which touts a seven–minute, full–body workout at Higgins Park in Old Bisbee at no cost to the city.
The Autism Society of Southern Arizona will host the 14th Annual Autism Walk & Resource Fair on Saturday, April 4, in Kino Veterans Memorial Stadium at Kino Park Sports Complex, 2500 E. Ajo Way, Tucson, Arizona. Registration is at 7:30 a.m. and the Walk and Resource Fair is from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Due to the recent state and federal guidelines regarding the COVID-19 virus, the City of Sierra Vista has canceled all events that consist of 50 or more people and revoked all special event permits for the next 8 weeks. The City of Sierra Vista has notified us that this includes the Sierra V…
At the Sierra Vista Farmers Market we are ready for the warmer weather. January and February are often challenging months at our year-round market. But thanks to our hearty customers and vendors we made it through the cold, wet, windy months and spring is just around the corner. Starting in …
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The Autism Society of Southern Arizona will host the 14th Annual Autism Walk & Resource Fair on Saturday, April 4, in Kino Veterans Memorial Stadium at Kino Park Sports Complex, 2500 E. Ajo Way, Tucson, Arizona. Registration is at 7:30 a.m. and the Walk and Resource Fair is from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
February is suddenly upon us, and that means heart-shaped boxes filled with chocolates and candy will be arriving on Valentine’s Day. However, there’s another special occasion to celebrate in February: National Children’s Dental Health Month. The annual occurrence, sponsored by the American …
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This week the market weather forecast calls for a balmy day with lots of sunshine. If you need a few minutes to stretch your legs in the middle of the week, come-on out and grab a bite for lunch at one of our food vendors. Our new location in the Veteran’s Memorial Park provides plenty of ac…