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Arizona Sonoran News

Arizona Sonoran News

Student Newswire of The University of Arizona School of Journalism

Arizona Sonoran News

Summertime can be brutal, but there are lots of ways to escape the wrath of a hot Tucson summer day.

It’s a dry heat, but Tucson is still hot: here’s some ways to cool off

Shawn Flanagan, Reporter May 3, 2024

As the scorching summer sun settles over Tucson, residents who stick around are looking for ways to beat the heat and stay cool.  From splashing around in public pools to indulging in icy treats, we...

The Children’s Museum of Tucson has been putting on their Earth Day event since 2017, and every year more than 2,000 people attend. Courtesy of Lee Diaz

Five down-to-earth events for Earth Day

Kelly Marry, Reporter April 17, 2024

Tucsonans can trek a national park, enjoy a concert in the park or take a run at the Biosphere to celebrate Earth Day.   Since 1970, Earth Day has been celebrated on April 22 every year, and there...

The Tucson International Mariachi Conference returns in May

The Tucson International Mariachi Conference returns in May

Jackson Kimball, Reporter April 15, 2024

The 42nd International Mariachi Conference returns to Tucson May 1-5 with an all day mariachi meetup at Jacomé Plaza and music from supergroup Mariachi Sol de Mexico. The conference, running Wednesday...

The Agave Heritage Festival has been a staple of Tucson culture for the last several years. Courtesy Agave Heritage Festival.

Agave Heritage Festival returns this weekend

Erika Howlett April 15, 2024

For all fans of mezcal, tequila and more, the Agave Heritage Festival is making its return from Thursday, April 18-Sunday, April 21, with events throughout the city.  The festival is a celebration...

The leftist rebels prepare for battle during the last show of “Enríka La Quarta” on Saturday, April 6, Courtesy Shakesqueer Theater

Shakesqueer’s musical takes Tucson audience to Spanish Civil War

Analeise Mayor, Arizona Sonoran News April 9, 2024

No animals were harmed in the Shakesqueer Theater production of “Enríka La Quarta.” The cast of last Saturday night’s performance made that very clear when they promised the audience, “whatever...

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