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Arizona Sonoran News

Arizona Sonoran News

Student Newswire of The University of Arizona School of Journalism

Arizona Sonoran News

Five things to do with your parents during family weekend

September 21, 2023

Views of the JW Marriott at Starr Pass and Starr Pass Golf Club. Photo by Jonathan Dimick By Gracie Sleeman, El Inde Arizona Macy Jump’s family loves exploring Tucson over Family Weekend. “My...

A view of the border fence cutting across the landscape from the Coronado National Memorial

How state, national parks near border became safe for visitors again

Nicholas Cada March 31, 2016

Caution: “Smuggling and illegal immigration may be encountered in this area.” Visitors to state and national parks, monuments and memorials in Southern Arizona have undoubtedly seen these signs...

The uncharacteristic environment of the Rió Yaqui basin

The uncharacteristic environment of the Rió Yaqui basin

Nicholas Cada February 11, 2016

Nestled in the Rió Yaqui basin 19 miles east of Douglas, down Geronimo Trail, is an ecological wonder unknown to many. This unique area where Arizona, New Mexico, and Mexico meet is the result...

Gervana Begaye, 41, hikes Southern Arizona's Picacho Peak on Saturday, September 12, 2015.
Photo by: Skyler Brandt/Arizona Sonora News

Picacho once again hitting its peak

Skyler Brandt September 18, 2015

Picacho Peak is back and booming.More than twice as many hikers, climbers, runners and even average Joes visited Picacho Peak State Park this year than they did last year, according to the Arizona Office...

Arizonans hiking to new social horizons

Arizonans hiking to new social horizons

Connie Rosas September 24, 2014

Catherine Radachi, a 22-year-old associate consultant at Microsoft, hiked the hills and valleys of Arizona enjoying the solitude while sharing her adventures with the world. Radachi, now working for Microsoft...

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