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Faith and Family
With child in tow, the husband and wife who make up spiritual genre-bending act Gungor return to Tucson
by Gene Armstrong
Michael Gungor's music evolution has been one of surprising twists and turns. Raised the son of a pastor in Wisconsin, he originally engaged in a musical ministry. He formed the…Cover Story
Danehy
This week, Tom takes a moment to celebrate a former Tucson high school star
By Tom Danehy Jan 9, 2014
Pedersen on Sports
Perhaps it's time to just go ahead and give in to Wildcat fever
By Brian J. Pedersen Jan 9, 2014
Ask A Mexican!
By Gustavo Arellano Jan 9, 2014
Dreams of Legalization
Safer Arizona is aiming to put an initiative in front of the voters to bring Colorado-style legalization to our state
By J.M. Smith Jan 9, 2014
Delaying Tactic
Congressman Ron Barber explains why he voted with Republicans on changes to Obamacare
By Jim Nintzel Jan 9, 2014
Man of Science, Man of Faith
Trained in the Jesuit order, Christopher Corbally balances two worlds in his work at the Vatican Observatory
By Ann Posegate Jan 9, 2014
Dour Hours
UA limits the number of hours graduate assistants can work because of mandates in the Affordable Care Act
By Mari Herreras Jan 9, 2014
Media Watch
Edible Baja puts out issue four; Desimone gets another hour on KVOI
By John Schuster Jan 9, 2014
The Skinny
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By Anna Mirocha Jan 9, 2014
Rebalancing Nature
A look at the reintroduction of bighorn sheep to the Catalina Mountains
By Cathy Rosenberg Jan 9, 2014
Fresh Meat
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Alone, Together
Spike Jonze's latest film perfectly reflects the digital age we live in
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Devotion to Duty
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By Bob Grimm Jan 9, 2014
Now Showing at Home
By Bill Frost Jan 9, 2014
Faith and Family
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Rest in Plaid
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By Sherilyn Forrester Jan 9, 2014
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Charles Harbutt's superb eye is displayed at Center for Creative Photography
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The border, evil computers and pirates find the moment in the sun in recent releases
By Christine Wald-Hopkins Jan 9, 2014
Killer Pizza
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The Science Behind the Grapes
What about the climate of Southeastern Arizona makes it a new hotbed for wine?
Jan 9, 2014
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Media Watch
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Killer Pizza
Serial Grillers has expanded to a physical location well-worth checking out
By Jacqueline Kuder Jan 9, 2014
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Alex Trebek to Retire From 'Jeopardy!' in 2016
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Let's Replace The Stolen Kennedy Bust with Obama's Head
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AZ Illustrated Politics: Gov Race, State of the State Speech, Gabby's Skydiving & More
Joining me on last night's AZ Illustrated Politics: Arizona Republican National Committeeman Bruce Ash, Pima County Democratic Party Chairman Don Jorgensen and Arizona Daily Star columnist Sarah Garrecht Gassen. We talked about this year's races for… -
Triangle T Guest Ranch Featured on 'Hotel Impossible Undercover'
It seems like reality television is trying to do some good while absorbing all of your time and money. Anthony Melchiorri, host of The Travel Channel's Hotel Impossible Undercover, went to the oldest guest ranch in… -
Johnny Lang's Grown Into His Talent
At age 13, blues prodigy Johnny Lang had a voice like a swampy blues cat. Fans wondered just whose soul this North Dakota tunesmith had inherited; his guitar solos were burning as much as his vocals… -
Alpine Resort Party at Hotel Congress Next Saturday
The rest of the world is experiencing some of the coldest temperatures of the century, so Tucson has felt a little left out. Joe Pagac and Andy DePew have decided to throw a winter cabin costume… -
KXCI Says No Festival En El Barrio This Year
KXCI Tucson community radio station has decided to cancel Festival En El Barrio this year. KXCI and the Rialto Theatre started this elaborate annual music festival in the historic downtown art district four years ago. Calexico's… -
Memorial for Dino Raspanti
Stephen Seigel, Weekly music editor, closed this week's Soundbites with some unfortunate news regarding the death of local musician Dean "Dino" Raspanti. Raspanti 41, suffered a fatal heart attack on Tuesday, Jan 1. The Chicago native… -
Gabby's Skydive
Gabby Giffords marked the third anniversary of being shot through the head by leaping out of plane and publishing an op-ed in the New York Times on the ongoing efforts of the group she founded last…
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AZ Illustrated Politics: Gov Race, State of the State Speech, Gabby's Skydiving & More
Joining me on last night's AZ Illustrated Politics: Arizona Republican National Committeeman Bruce Ash, Pima County Democratic Party Chairman Don Jorgensen and Arizona Daily Star columnist Sarah Garrecht Gassen. We talked about this year's races for… -
KXCI Says No Festival En El Barrio This Year
KXCI Tucson community radio station has decided to cancel Festival En El Barrio this year. KXCI and the Rialto Theatre started this elaborate annual music festival in the historic downtown art district four years ago. Calexico's… -
Memorial for Dino Raspanti
Stephen Seigel, Weekly music editor, closed this week's Soundbites with some unfortunate news regarding the death of local musician Dean "Dino" Raspanti. Raspanti 41, suffered a fatal heart attack on Tuesday, Jan 1. The Chicago native… -
Scott Smith Jumps Into the Gubernatorial Pool
This year's race for governor got a little more interesting this morning, when Mesa Mayor Scott Smith filed his paperwork for an exploratory campaign. Smith, who has to go the exploratory route until he decides he… -
1702 Named One of America’s Top 100 Best Beer Bars
1702, local pizzeria and craft beer bar, was named one of Draft Magazine's top 100 bars in America. The home of 46 imported beers and domestic micro-brews was the only Arizona bar mentioned in the laundry… -
U.S. Rep. Ron Barber: "The Most Fitting Memorial Would Be To Take Action To Prevent Another Such Tragedy"
Congressman Ron Barber took to the floor of Congress on the anniversary of the Jan. 8, 2011, shooting rampage. The press release from Barber's office: U.S. Rep. Ron Barber, who was wounded three years ago today… -
Big Bucks in Gov Race
If there’s one safe prediction about this year’s race for governor (besides the absence of action star Steven Seagal as a candidate), it’s that more money will be spent than any previous contest. We got a…
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AZ Illustrated Politics: Gov Race, State of the State Speech, Gabby's Skydiving & More
Joining me on last night's AZ Illustrated Politics: Arizona Republican National Committeeman Bruce Ash, Pima County Democratic Party Chairman Don Jorgensen and Arizona Daily Star columnist Sarah Garrecht Gassen. We talked about this year's races for… -
Gabby's Skydive
Gabby Giffords marked the third anniversary of being shot through the head by leaping out of plane and publishing an op-ed in the New York Times on the ongoing efforts of the group she founded last… -
Scott Smith Jumps Into the Gubernatorial Pool
This year's race for governor got a little more interesting this morning, when Mesa Mayor Scott Smith filed his paperwork for an exploratory campaign. Smith, who has to go the exploratory route until he decides he… -
U.S. Rep. Ron Barber: "The Most Fitting Memorial Would Be To Take Action To Prevent Another Such Tragedy"
Congressman Ron Barber took to the floor of Congress on the anniversary of the Jan. 8, 2011, shooting rampage. The press release from Barber's office: U.S. Rep. Ron Barber, who was wounded three years ago today… -
Big Bucks in Gov Race
If there’s one safe prediction about this year’s race for governor (besides the absence of action star Steven Seagal as a candidate), it’s that more money will be spent than any previous contest. We got a… -
Recall Effort Brewing Against Pima Community College Board Members
A recall effort is in the works to unseat three members of the Pima Community College governing board. Former state lawmaker Phil Lopes tells The Range that paperwork was filed today to begin the process of… -
Hard To Buy: Action Star Steven Seagal Threatens To Run for AZ Gov
Action star Steven Seagal, who is promoting his latest reality show Steven Seagal: Lawman Maricopa County (The Lost Episodes), suggested to TV station KNXV that he might run for governor this year. While the 2014 GOP…
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Alpine Resort Party at Hotel Congress Next Saturday
The rest of the world is experiencing some of the coldest temperatures of the century, so Tucson has felt a little left out. Joe Pagac and Andy DePew have decided to throw a winter cabin costume… -
Reggae Returns to Hut on Friday
I forgot how much I love reggae. I know it's ridiculous to admit, but I didn't realize it until this past New Year's Eve party at the big tiki head on Fourth Avenue. If you feel… -
La Fashionista Showcases Local Artist on Second Saturday
Local fashion designer and business owner Eleanor Leon is showcasing local artist and designers this Second Saturday at 6 p.m. at La Fashionista, 45 S. Sixth Ave. The event will be catered by Whole Foods. Leon… -
Tucson Weekly's Endless Dive Bar Birthday Celebration!
We are hosting monthly happy hours at various dive bars around Tucson to celebrate our "Dirty 30" all year long. The endless Birthday madness will occur every second Wednesday starting on Jan. 8 at the World… -
Go to The Switch Comedy Show at Plush Tonight
Jacob Breckenridge and Pauly Casillas are hosting an extra special Switch comedy show tonight at Plush, 340 East 6th St. Phoenix comedians Matt Storrs and Eric Biez are the special guest headliners. I'm going to perform…
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Johnny Lang's Grown Into His Talent
At age 13, blues prodigy Johnny Lang had a voice like a swampy blues cat. Fans wondered just whose soul this North Dakota tunesmith had inherited; his guitar solos were burning as much as his vocals… -
Neko Case Is Coming to Tucson
Neko Case might not have left Tucson on the best terms in 2009, but she's riding the wave of another critically adored album, The Worse Things Get, The Harder I Fight, The Harder I Fight, The… -
Lightning Records Hits Last Day of Kickstarter Campaign
A new record label with strong Tucson ties is in the works. Proclaiming "We believe in the transcendent power of rock 'n' roll," Seth Olinsky (from the experimental folk-rock band Akron/Family) introduces us to Lightning Records,… -
Jacob Acosta Launches Indiegogo to Fund His 'Play and Stay Tour'
After touring the nation and experiencing the life as a traveling musician, Jacob Acosta has decided to stay home and make a difference. [embed-1] The local musician launched a indiegogo to fund his next album titled For… -
Watch Sharon Jones & the Dap-Kings' 'Stranger to My Happiness' Music Video
Sharon Jones & the Dap-Kings are going to Give the People What They Want next Tuesday, Jan. 14, where ever you buy your music. You can listen to the entire album thanks to NPR or wait until the the…
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YWCA Cafe Now Open (There's Wifi)
I live in Menlo Park west of I-10, so I was really happy to hear that the YWCA opened a cafe in the lobby of its building at 525 N. Bonita Ave. I can always use… -
Prep & Pastry Now Open
As previously reported in Noshing Around, Prep & Pastry is officially open as of yesterday. The restaurant, at 3073 N. Campbell Ave., was formerly known as Amelia Grey's Café. Good news for you high-falutin' fancy-britches out… -
Brunch at 5 Points Market and Restaurant
I'm a sucker for breakfast food, so I have been looking forward to this day since I talked to Beth Jones about the 5 Points Market and Restaurant opening next door to Cafe Desta in the…
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