Founders' Day connects town to its rural heritage

Cowboy activities are central to Founders' Day. One activity in 2011 was the Cowboy Mounted Shooting Competition. Above, rider Kenneth Basham, from Goodyear, hits one of the target balloons. Saturday's event will be run by the Marana Heritage Conservancy.

Founders' Day connects town to its rural heritage

Safe to say, some horses will be on hand for this Saturday's Founders' Day. Karli Surrett checked out Hancock Ten at the 2011 festival.

Founders' Day connects town to its rural heritage

Marana has its origins in agriculture, and a tractor display was proof of that at a past Founders' Day. Expect more tractors at this Saturday's event.

Founders' Day connects town to its rural heritage

Western music, anyone? The 2011 event featured well-known musician Bill Ganz performing with his Western Band.

Founders' Day connects town to its rural heritage

After a one-year hiatus, Marana Founders' Day is back, with a parade and daylong, agriculture-focused carnival atmosphere meant to celebrate the town's heritage and culture.

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Thelma McMaster and her husband, Jan, dance at the first MHC Senior Prom at the MHC Healthcare main clinic, 13395 N. Marana Main St. The event was Saturday.

Marana Health Center hosts prom for seniors

Dylan Carpenter plays a tune with fellow trombone players in the University of Arizona Jazz Ensemble. The prom was put on by the Marana Health Center and the Southern Arizona Arts & Cultural Alliance.

Marana Health Center hosts prom for seniors

Elijah Hibbs, flowers in hand, waits at the door with a half-dozen other young men to distribute carnations to the women arriving for the evening's meal.