A Fine piece of music for SASO CD

Guitarist Pete Fine's "Landscapes" will be on the Southern Arizona Symphony Orchestra's debut CD. "I find even in my electric guitar playing a lot of classical stuff," the Tucson composer says.

Live blog: Environmental impact of border fence

The U.S.-Mexico border wall stretches across the landscape east of Nogales, Ariz.

Foothills Phil celebrates 20 musical years today

László Veres, conducting the Foothills Phil orchestra during a 2010 concert, has led the group almost from the start. The orchestra, which features musicians from middle school up to retirees, marks 20 years with a concert this afternoon at Catalina Foothills High School.

"A" Mountain throughout the years

A banner against HB 2281, which bans ethnic studies, covers the blue portion of the A atop A Mountain in Tucson, Ariz., Thursday July 29, 2010. Photo by Greg Bryan/Arizona Daily Star

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Arizona basketball: Ball St. hires Miller's top deputy Whitford

"It was a little less hard to leave now because I feel the (UA) program is in a good place," James Whitford said.

New group hopes to chart new path for Redington Pass

Almost anything was a target at one wildcat shooting site in Redington Pass. This one had a bullet-riddled computer monitor and appliances.

Arizona Wildcats in NCAA Tournament

Arizona forward Chase Budinger rubs his head in the locker room in front of teammate forward Jordan Hill after a loss to West Virginia in the first round of the NCAA tournament at Verizon Center in Washington, D.C., Wednesday Mar. 20, 2008.

Arizona Wildcats in NCAA Tournament

Arizona guard Jerryd Bayless drives around West Virginia forward Wellington Smith in the second half during the first round of the NCAA tournament at Verizon Center in Washington, D.C., Wednesday Mar. 20, 2008.

Arizona Wildcats in NCAA Tournament

Arizona forward Jordan Hill stretches but can't grab a rebound from West Virginia forward Wellington Smith in the second half during the first round of the NCAA tournament at Verizon Center in Washington, D.C., Wednesday Mar. 20, 2008.

Arizona Wildcats in NCAA Tournament

Arizona guard Nic Wise tries to get around Louisville forward Terrence Jennings in the second half of their Sweet 16 match-up at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Ind., Friday Mar. 27, 2009.

Arizona Wildcats in NCAA Tournament

Arizona interim head coach Russ Pennell walks off the court as Louisville players celebrate their win in the background in the Sweet 16 at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Ind., Friday Mar. 27, 2009.

Arizona Wildcats in NCAA Tournament

Arizona forward Jordan Hill is unable to force the ball away from Louisville guard Preston Knowles in the second half of their Sweet 16 match-up at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Ind., Friday Mar. 27, 2009.

Arizona Wildcats in NCAA Tournament

Arizona forward Jordan Hill (CQ JORDAN HILL) loses the ball under coverage by Louisville forward Terrence Jennings, left, and guard/forward Earl Clark in the second half of their Sweet 16 match-up at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Ind., Friday Mar. 27, 2009.

Greg Hansen: No sixth sense: UA's fate unpredictable

Belmont showed in an NCAA first-round loss to Duke and DeMarcus Nelson, center, in 2008 that it's not likely to be in awe of No. 6 UA on Thursday.

Armless Tucson woman taking her message of hope to Ethiopia

Jessica Cox, who was born without arms, flies a single-engine plane near San Manuel. Cox is a motivational speaker on disability issues.

Track and field: 'Steppingstone' meet

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Kenzie Fowler

In 2006 as a freshman, Kenzie Fowler pitched for Canyon del Oro High School. Here, she pitches against Sabino High School.

Arizona Football: Matt Scott

Arizona quarterback Matt Scott keeps UCLA's Rahim Moore at bay in the fourth quarter at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, Calif., Saturday Oct. 30, 2010. Photo by Greg Bryan/Arizona Daily Star

WGC-Accenture Match Play Championship: In the flow all week

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Hansen Sunday Notebook: TV calling the shots in Pac-12

Ajak Magot, center, a Cholla High grad and native of Sudan, is averaging 6.1 points and 5.1 rebounds for Cochise.

Family ties often push deportees to re-cross border, UA study finds

More than half of deported immigrants planned to cross illegally into the United States again, a new study by the University Arizona of migration and deportation practices found.

Greg Hansen: Rain. cold could put heat on Match Play in Tucson

Luke Donald, right, and caddy John McLaren take shelter from snow flurries during the final round of 2011 Match Play.

Most popular dog breeds of 2012

7.) Boxer Angela Pittenger's rescued boxer Charlie for the cover of the Caliente dogs issue taken in the Star studio in Tucson, Ariz., Thursday Oct. 7, 2010 . Photo by Greg Bryan/Arizona Daily Star Transmission

Greg Hansen: 48 hours later, sky has stopped falling

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10 must-sees

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Arizona 60, Utah 57: All too close for comfort

Arizona's Brandon Ashley grabs an offensive rebound over Utah's Aaron Dotson. The Wildcats out-rebounded the Utes 38-27.

Gates paid for road himself to speed trip

Nowadays, Gates Pass Road is a smooth and easy drive. This photo was taken in 2005 after a project that widened some tight curves and repaved the route.

Romance of rails still lives in VA display

Nicholas Hierstein, 8, kneels to get a closer look. The train displays are set up in the R.E. Lindsey Jr. Auditorium, Building 4 through today at 2 p.m. They're open to the public.

Tucson considers limiting yard sales to 4 per year

In this 2007 file photo, clothes line the ground at one of the many houses participating in a yard sale.

Photos: Las Posadas procession, a tradition in Tucson

Carrillo Elementary School students dressed as pink angels exit the school as they celebrate the Mexican tradition of Las Posadas in Barrio Viejo in Tucson, Ariz., Tuesday Dec. 18, 2007. During Las Posadas, children clad in traditional costumes reenact the pilgrimage of Mary and Joseph as th…

Photos: Las Posadas procession, a tradition in Tucson

Carrillo Elementary School student Stephen Seavone-Moore holds a lantern while a crowd of on-lookers fills the street as they celebrate the Mexican tradition of Las Posadas in Barrio Viejo in Tucson, Ariz., Tuesday Dec. 18, 2007. During Las Posadas, children clad in traditional costumes reen…

Photos: Las Posadas procession, a tradition in Tucson

Carrillo Elementary School student Kiannah Fuentes, 11, at front left in white, helps carry the nacimiento as they celebrate the Mexican tradition of Las Posadas in Barrio Viejo in Tucson, Ariz., Tuesday Dec. 18, 2007. During Las Posadas, children clad in traditional costumes reenact the pil…

Photos: Las Posadas procession, a tradition in Tucson

Dressed as blue angels, Carrillo Elementary School students Aaron Mendoza, left, and Rene Romo, both 9, get ready to celebrate the Mexican tradition of Las Posadas in Barrio Viejo in Tucson, Ariz., Tuesday Dec. 18, 2007. During Las Posadas, children clad in traditional costumes reenact the p…

Tradition. Training. Travel. Talent. Teamwork.

Tucson Arizona Boys Chorus Director Julian Ackerley turns to the audience for the final number with the chorus and Sons of Orpheus during "Christmas at San Xavier."

Tradition. Training. Travel. Talent. Teamwork.

Sons of Orpheus rehearse before a performance with the chorus in 2010. The sound of a group of boys' voices cannot be replicated, says Jeffrey Haskell, who directed the chorus from 1965 to 1975.

Twenty-eight days

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Tucson Country

The Maverick is the granddaddy of Tucson's country nightclubs. Around for 50 years, the enduring honky-tonk has live music, line dancing and two-step classes, and has hosted big-name concerts by everyone from Ernest Tubb and Willie Nelson to Blake Shelton.

Tucson Country

The Maverick is the granddaddy of Tucson's country nightclubs. Around for 50 years, the enduring honky-tonk has live music, line dancing and two-step classes, and has hosted big-name concerts by everyone from Ernest Tubb and Willie Nelson to Blake Shelton.

El Tour de Tucson

A continuous stream of cyclists pours into the dusty Santa Cruz Wash along Drexel Road during the 25th annual El Tour de Tucson on Saturday Nov. 17, 2007.

El Tour de Tucson

Erica Allar, center, riding next to her coach and boyfriend Jame Carney, claims the women's title with a time of 4 hours 34 minutes 28 seconds during the 28th Annual El Tour de Tucson on Saturday Nov. 20, 2010.

El Tour de Tucson

Eric Marcotte signals victory as he crosses the finish line ahead of Hector Rangel with a time of 4 hours 32 minutes 34 seconds to win the 28th Annual El Tour de Tucson on Saturday Nov. 20, 2010.

El Tour de Tucson

Cyclists are packed together as the first large group heads north on Houghton Road before turning east on Escalante Road during the 28th Annual El Tour de Tucson.

El Tour de Tucson

Cyclists in the lead pack fill Freeman Road next to Saguaro National Park East during the 26th El Tour de Tucson on Saturday Nov. 22, 2008.

El Tour de Tucson

P&S Specialized teammates, from left, David Salomon, Carlos Hernandez and Edgardo Lugo, from Hermosillo, Mexico, take first, second and third place respectively during the 26th El Tour de Tucson on Saturday Nov. 22, 2008.

El Tour de Tucson

Cyclists carry their bikes as they cross Sabino Creek during the 26th El Tour de Tucson on Saturday Nov. 22, 2008.

Stretch of Broadway joins list of AZ endangered-history spots

An old ranch house is one of several historical structures at the Empire Ranch. The ranch now forms a big part of the Las Cienegas National Conservation Area, just north and east of Sonoita. The ranch is on the list of endangered historical areas.

greg hansen Greg Hansen: Miller is steering Cats in right direction

Unlike the old bar and restaurant, the Bum Steer, the Arizona basketball program has been renovated and is up and running at full speed.

Sound bagpipes; let games begin

Between 80 and 100 participants from all over the U.S. and Canada are expected to compete in the highland games. You can root for the home team - the Tucson Celtic Hammer Heads.