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Tuesday, November 5, 2024

News from October 2024

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Exploring fashion's impact on perceptions in politics

By Tucson Standard | Oct 9, 2024

Fashion in politics often holds significant implications, especially for women, according to Lori Poloni-Staudinger, dean of the University of Arizona College of Social and Behavioral Sciences.

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Tucson CBP agents, BORSTAR rescue two injured Guatemalans

By Tucson Standard | Oct 8, 2024

On September 27, agents from the Tucson sector of U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) responded to a 911 call and found two severely injured Guatemalan nationals in the Baboquivari Mountains, according to an October 7 post on X.

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Local Government Meeting today in City of Tucson

By Tucson Standard | Oct 8, 2024

City of Tucson City Council Meeting starting at 9 am today — here's what you need to know!

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University of Arizona gears up for "Desert Bound" homecoming celebrations

By Tucson Standard | Oct 8, 2024

The University of Arizona is set to commence its Homecoming week on October 13 with the lighting of 'A' Mountain by the Bobcats Senior Honorary.

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Tucson invites public input on new adaptive reuse regulations

By Tucson Standard | Oct 8, 2024

The City of Tucson Planning and Development Services Department (PDSD) is reaching out to the community for participation in a virtual meeting regarding changes to Tucson's adaptive reuse regulations. This initiative comes in response to the recent passing of HB2297 by the Arizona State Legislature, which mandates that by January 1, 2025, at least 10% of all existing commercial, office, or mixed-use buildings be repurposed for multi-family residential development or adaptive reuse.

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Tucson child's art featured in NAHRO's 2025 calendar

By Tucson Standard | Oct 8, 2024

A child from Tucson's Family Self-Sufficiency (FSS) program has been recognized as one of the 12 winners in the National Association of Housing and Redevelopment Officials' (NAHRO) "What a Home Means to Me" poster contest. The artwork, created by 14-year-old Halo, will be featured in NAHRO's 2025 calendar.

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Tucson hosts virtual discussion on adaptive reuse regulation updates

By Tucson Standard | Oct 8, 2024

The City of Tucson Planning and Development Services Department (PDSD) has announced a virtual meeting to discuss upcoming changes to the city's adaptive reuse regulations. This initiative invites community members to learn about these changes and provide their input. Adaptive reuse involves repurposing existing buildings for new uses while maintaining their original architectural features.

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How many students were enrolled in Pima County Tucson Unified District schools in 2023-24 school year?

By Tucson Standard | Oct 7, 2024

Tucson Unified District stood out in Pima County with 40,534 students enrolled in the 2023-24 school year, according to the Arizona Department of Education.

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Government events this week in City of Tucson: Oct. 6-12

By Tucson Standard | Oct 7, 2024

The following events are scheduled to take place in City of Tucson this week.

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Family & kids events this week in City of Tucson: Oct. 6-12

By Tucson Standard | Oct 7, 2024

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

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Which former Tucson Standard area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Oct. 7?

By Tucson Standard | Oct 6, 2024

These former Tucson Standard area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Oct. 7.

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Nearly 3,000 apprehended in Tucson Sector during the week of Oct. 4

By Tucson Standard | Oct 5, 2024

Two thousand eight hundred undocumented migrants were apprehended from September 28 to October 4, according to U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Tucson Sector Chief John R. Modlin's October 4 post on X.

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Tucson Standard area weekly mass times

By Tucson Standard | Oct 5, 2024

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

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Tucson seeks funding for Mission Manor Aquatic Park improvements

By Tucson Standard | Oct 4, 2024

The City of Tucson is preparing to request the release of funds for the Mission Manor Aquatic Park. This move comes as part of the city's ongoing efforts to enhance recreational facilities for its residents.

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House Republicans push for timely passage of new farm bill

By Tucson Standard | Oct 4, 2024

U.S. Congressman Juan Ciscomani from Arizona's 6th District has joined his Republican colleagues in urging House GOP leadership to prioritize the passage of a new Farm Bill. This legislative package is crucial for setting the agriculture industry's priorities and policies over a five-year period, as well as providing nutrition assistance to millions of Americans.

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Tucson seeks funding for Mission Manor Aquatic Park improvements

By Tucson Standard | Oct 4, 2024

The City of Tucson is preparing to request the release of funds for the Mission Manor Aquatic Park. The funds are expected to support improvements and developments in the park's facilities, which serve as a recreational area for the community.

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2,400 migrants apprehended in Tucson sector for the week of Sept. 27

By Tucson Standard | Oct 3, 2024

More than 2,000 undocumented migrants were apprehended in the Tucson sector in the week ending September 27, 2024, according to a post on X by John R. Modlin, Chief Patrol Agent for the Tucson sector.

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Local Government Meeting today in City of Tucson

By Tucson Standard | Oct 2, 2024

City of Tucson City Council Meeting starting at 5:30 pm today — here's what you need to know!

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Traffic shifts planned for utility work at Grant Road and Alvernon Way

By Tucson Standard | Oct 2, 2024

On October 6, 2024, at around 8 p.m., construction crews will start setting up traffic control measures at the intersection of Grant Road and Alvernon Way. This marks the beginning of a traffic shift to prepare for several months of extensive underground utility work.

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Rep. Ciscomani: 'Border districts, like mine, have suffered' under Harris

By Tucson Standard | Oct 1, 2024

U.S. Rep. Juan Ciscomani (R-Ariz.) said that Vice President Kamala Harris' visit to the southern border seemed more like a political photo opportunity than a genuine attempt to address the ongoing crisis. He emphasized that after three and a half years in her role, Harris has failed to tackle the escalating issues faced by border communities, leaving them vulnerable to criminals.