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Family & kids events this May in City of Tucson

By Tucson Standard | Apr 29, 2024

Don't miss out on these family & kids events happening in City of Tucson this month.

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UArizona Hispanic Alumni Club honors contributors at scholarship event

By Tucson Standard | Apr 29, 2024

The University of Arizona Hispanic Alumni Club (UAHA) is set to honor several community members for their contributions to students, the Hispanic community, and education.

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University of Arizona unveils sustainable ENR2 building with public dedication event

By Tucson Standard | Apr 29, 2024

The University of Arizona's newest addition, the Environment & Natural Resources Phase 2 (ENR2) building, will be officially introduced to the public on September 10.

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UArizona forecasters predict more intense North Atlantic hurricane season

By Tucson Standard | Apr 29, 2024

The University of Arizona's hurricane forecasting team has predicted an especially active hurricane season for 2024.

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Community Input Sought for Tucson's Future Growth Plan

By Tucson Standard | Apr 29, 2024

The City of Tucson is calling on its residents to participate in shaping the future growth of the city through the Plan Tucson initiative. The plan, which aims to outline the city's development over the next 20 years, is seeking input from the community to reflect shared goals and aspirations."Tucson has a rich history, but we must evolve to meet the needs of our developing community," stated city officials. To achieve this, the city is encouraging residents to actively engage in the planning process to ensure that future growth aligns with the community's vision.One of...

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Sunnyside Unified District students and their AASA/ACT Math performance in 2022-23 school year

By Tucson Standard | Apr 29, 2024

There were 7,396 Sunnyside Unified District students who took the AASA/ACT Math test in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Arizona Department of Education.

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University of Arizona responds to off-campus incident under investigation

By Tucson Standard | Apr 28, 2024

The University of Arizona has acknowledged an ongoing investigation by the Tucson Police Department into a tragic incident that occurred early in the morning off-campus.

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Did Tucson Unified District students pass or fail their AASA/ACT Math tests in 2022-23 school year?

By Tucson Standard | Apr 28, 2024

There were 19,761 Tucson Unified District students who took the AASA/ACT Math test in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Arizona Department of Education.

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University mourns loss of student; police investigate off-campus incident

By Tucson Standard | Apr 28, 2024

The University of Arizona community is mourning the loss of sophomore Erin Jones, who passed away in an off-campus incident early this morning.

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Which former Tucson Standard area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon April 29?

By Tucson Standard | Apr 28, 2024

These former Tucson Standard area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon April 29.

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Tucson Standard area weekly mass times

By Tucson Standard | Apr 27, 2024

The following parishes in the Tucson Standard coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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AASA/ACT: How many Flowing Wells Unified District students passed their Math tests during 2022-23 school year?

By Tucson Standard | Apr 27, 2024

There were 2,665 Flowing Wells Unified District students who took the AASA/ACT Math test in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Arizona Department of Education.

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Joseph Glover named provost at University of Arizona starting July

By Tucson Standard | Apr 26, 2024

Joseph Glover has been appointed as the new senior vice president of academic affairs and provost at the University of Arizona.

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Joseph Glover named new provost at University of Arizona

By Tucson Standard | Apr 26, 2024

Joseph Glover has been appointed as the University of Arizona's new senior vice president of academic affairs and provost.

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Public Hearing Announced for City of Tucson's Proposed Tax Increase

By Tucson Standard | Apr 26, 2024

The Mayor and Council of the City of Tucson have announced their intention to increase primary property taxes, as required by A.R.S. § 42-17107. The City is proposing a tax increase of $64,923 or 0.34% over last year's level. This would result in a primary property tax rate of $43.11 on a $100,000 home, compared to $42.97 without the proposed increase.To ensure transparency and public participation, a public hearing has been scheduled for Tuesday, May 21, 2024, at or after 5:30 p.m. The meeting will take place in-person at City Hall located at 255 W. Alameda St....

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Plan Tucson Invites Community Input Through Community Forums

By Tucson Standard | Apr 25, 2024

Plan Tucson is calling on all community members to participate in the upcoming Community Forums, crucial steps in updating the City's General Plan. The long-range policy document plays a central role in shaping Tucson's future, covering essential areas such as housing, transportation, climate action, and growth."The more feedback we receive, the better the plan reflects our shared values and aspirations," stated Plan Tucson.The forums provide an opportunity for residents to offer their input on the draft goals and strategies that will impact current and future plans and...

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Roadway Improvements Underway in Tucson As Fog Seal Work Resumes

By Tucson Standard | Apr 25, 2024

Crews from American Road Maintenance, under contract with the City of Tucson Department of Transportation and Mobility (DTM), are resuming fog seal applications on various roadway segments throughout the City of Tucson, following a pause due to weather.The fog seal work, aimed at improving the quality and safety of Tucson's streets, will be conducted during nighttime hours from Sunday night through Friday morning. According to the DTM, the decision to work at night is to minimize the impact on the traveling public.The application of fog seal follows a crack seal...

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Asteroid traced back to moon's Giordano Bruno crater

By Tucson Standard | Apr 25, 2024

Scientists have, for the first time, traced an asteroid back to its exact origin—a specific crater on the moon.

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UArizona-led platform joins $20M NSF-funded biosciences center

By Tucson Standard | Apr 25, 2024

CyVerse, an open science platform led by the University of Arizona, will play a crucial role in a new center focused on molecular and cellular biosciences.

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Judith Bronstein elected to American Academy of Arts & Sciences

By Tucson Standard | Apr 24, 2024

The American Academy of Arts and Sciences has announced the election of 250 new members, including Judith Bronstein, a Distinguished Professor at the University of Arizona.