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Sahuarita High School Culinary Students Shine at SAVOR Festival
Sahuarita High School’s culinary students showcased their creativity and culinary skills at the SAVOR Southern Arizona Food & Wine Festival, held in Tucson. The event, part of Sahuarita’s CTE program, provided these high schoolers with a unique hands-on learning experience. Culinary Creations Unveiled Under the guidance of Chef Ester Flannigan, the SHS program made its…
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Exploring Arizona’s Historic Burial Grounds: From Boothill to Papago
Welcome to the third installment of our series on cemeteries. In this series, we delve into the rich history embedded in burial grounds across Arizona. Cemeteries, we believe, are repositories of a community’s past, showcasing the stories of its original settlers, the impacts of conflicts, and the assimilation of diverse cultures and beliefs. Childhood Rituals…
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Sahuarita Resident Barbara Cottos Showcases 1969 Shelby GT500 Mustang
Barbara Cottos, a Sahuarita resident and secretary of the Santa Cruz Valley Car Nuts, treasures her iconic red 1969 Shelby GT500 Mustang, a family heirloom since its debut. Instead of entertaining offers to sell, Cottos takes pride in the rich history and sentimental value attached to her beloved car. A Family Legacy Cottos inherited the…
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Green Valley Property Tax Fix: Legislative Solution Addresses Overcharge
In a recent Green Valley Council Board of Representatives meeting, Chief Deputy Pima County Treasurer, Chris Ackerley, discussed the potential resolution to a property tax issue caused by a change in state law. The issue resulted in a 16.7% property tax increase for some Green Valley taxpayers. Ackerley highlighted House Bill 2173 as a possible…
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Former Villas West Manager Faces Embezzlement Allegations and Lawsuit
In a recent development, Jesus Daniel Sotelo, the former general manager of Villas West, is facing serious legal issues. An indictment on eight felony charges, including one count of theft and seven counts of fraudulent schemes and artifices, alleges that Sotelo embezzled thousands of dollars from multiple entities. The accusations extend beyond the Green Valley…
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Local School Districts Address Bus Driver Shortage Challenges
In November, the Sahuarita Unified School District (SUSD) faced a challenge as they suspended 26 school bus routes due to a shortage of bus drivers. While all routes are back, both SUSD and the Continental Elementary School District are still grappling with a deficit in the number of drivers required for smooth operations. National Trends…
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Sahuarita Hot-Mix Asphalt Plant Study: Low Emission Impact Assured
A comprehensive analysis of potential impacts on air quality resulting from the proposed hot-mix asphalt plant in Sahuarita has indicated that the site is unlikely to generate emissions that violate federal standards. The town of Sahuarita, in its pursuit of transparency, requested the Vulcan Materials Company to conduct this study as part of the application…
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Pima County Halts Assisted Living Home Construction for Violations
Pima County has taken a significant step by issuing a stop-work order to the owner of a proposed assisted living home in Country Club Vistas I, facing opposition from many residents. This development raises concerns and sheds light on the complexities surrounding the construction of such facilities. Lack of Necessary Permits Chris Poirier, the Pima…
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Tubac Cultural Heritage Forum: Strategies for Preservation Unveiled
On January 26, Tubac will host the “Who’s In” forum at the Tubac Community Center on 50 Bridge Road. This day-long event, running from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., aims to develop a comprehensive plan of action for preserving the community’s cultural heritage assets. Exploring the Economic and Cultural Significance The forum will delve into…