Mid-century marvel

This was how Harrison Yocum's yard looked when he lived there.

El Tiradito

The El Tiradito shrine in Barrio Viejo on Main Ave. Friday, May 30, 2008.

Historic Miracle Mile area shows off its revitalization with tours, open house

The music of mellow rockers Greyhound Soul will waft from the Monterey Court stage during Friday's Miracle Mile Open House & Tour.

San Pedro due bird recognition

Grasslands, trees and mountains can be seen from the San Pedro Riparian National Conservation Area. The 57,000-acre area is widely known as a bird-watcher's paradise. Experienced bird-survey volunteers recently collected data in the conservation area.

Visitors bureau changes name to 'Visit Tucson'

The Gateway Saguaro is lighted during a ceremony near the Oracle Road median, just north of Drachman Street, Monday, April 5, 2010. The 30-ft-tall neon public art piece, by local artist Dirk J. Arnold, shows people traveling northbound on Oracle the history of the roadway, and if they are tr…

Pima County Fair

Children ride the one of the rides during the last day of the Pima County Fair Sunday, April 24, 2011.

Morsels: Daglio's is done; victim of high operating costs

The Hot Mess - made of rice balls topped with a spicy king crab mix, baked and then finished with jalapeño and cilantro - can be found on the menu at RA Sushi Bar Restaurant.

TUSD Superintendent John Pedicone

Members of the TUSD Governing Board announced John Pedicone as the new superintendent during the board meeting at the Morrow Education Center Tuesday, November 9, 2010.

TUSD Superintendent John Pedicone

Members of the TUSD Governing Board announced John Pedicone as the new superintendent during the board meeting at the Morrow Education Center Tuesday, November 9, 2010.

Triano ex-wife's bond reduced to $4M

Pamela Phillips

Kenzie Fowler

Arizona's Kenzie Fowler is escorted off the field with an ice pack on her forehead. She was hit by a teammate's foul ball while she was in the dugout and suffered a concussion during the third inning of the game against Washington at Hillenbrand Stadium on April 17, 2011. The Wildcats went o…

Autopsy: Teen killed by agent was shot 8 times, 7 in the back

Jose Antonio Elena Rodriguez

Big voices to resonate across groups, venues

Grayson Hirst, University of Arizona Voice Faculty Showcase

It's gem show time! Tucson sparkles with thousands of dealers

Freshwater pearls are among the thousands of the jewelry items available in the multi-venue Tucson Gem, Mineral & Fossil Showcase that stretches from downtown into the metro area.

It's gem show time! Tucson sparkles with thousands of dealers

Freshwater pearls are among the thousands of the jewelry items available in the multi-venue Tucson Gem, Mineral & Fossil Showcase that stretches from downtown into the metro area.

Tim Steller:: Kozachik's wind gauge seems unerring

Then-Republican Tucson City Council candidate Steve Kozachik addresses the crowd during the Tea Party Last Stand event at Tucson Electric Park on Saturday, October 10, 2009.

U.S. Rep. Raúl Grijalva

U.S. Rep. Raúl Grijalva: Immigration reform is needed to end the exploitation our broken system has created

Diamond Head Classic: No. 4 Arizona 73, East Tennessee State 53: Bucs no match for Cats

Arizona's Kevin Parrom taps in a rebound for two points over Brandon Ashley. Arizona out-rebounded ETSU 46-27.

La impunidad de los 'legales'

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Photos: Las Posadas procession, a tradition in Tucson

White angel Sofia Perez, 8, center holding candle, participates in the 74th Annual Las Posada procession at Carrillo Elementary Magnet School Wednesday, December 15, 2010. Students from Carrillo reenact Joseph's search for a room by knocking on five door in the neighborhood while singing tra…

Photos: Las Posadas procession, a tradition in Tucson

Nissa Gonzalez, 12, right, a dancer with Las Estrellas de Roskruge, performs with other members of the group during the 74th Annual Las Posada procession event at Carrillo Elementary Magnet School Wednesday, December 15, 2010. Students from Carrillo reenact Joseph's search for a room by knoc…

Photos: Las Posadas procession, a tradition in Tucson

Giselle Valdez, 3, laughs at her cousin before the start of the 74th Annual Las Posada procession at Carrillo Elementary Magnet School Wednesday, December 15, 2010. Students from Carrillo reenact Joseph's search for a room by knocking on five door in the neighborhood while singing traditiona…

Photos: Las Posadas procession, a tradition in Tucson

Andrea Gallegos, left, the director of Mariachi Sonido de Mexico, performs with the group during the 74th Annual Las Posada event at Carrillo Elementary Magnet School Wednesday, December 15, 2010. Students from Carrillo reenact Joseph's search for a room by knocking on five door in the neigh…

Groups push Raúl Grijalva for interior secretary slot

Raúl Grijalva

Performers, food, vendors take it to Winter Street Fair

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Guest Column: Small Business Saturday reminds us it's always a good time to shop locally

Raúl Grijalva

Miller's cookbook Has all the right BlendS

Sean Miller and his wife, Amy, pledged $250,000 toward a new basketball-specific weight training facility.

Come in from the cold: Expert shares advice on buying coats

As winter nears, thoughts turn to seasonal attire. Buying a coat is an investment, so it's good to know how to go about it before you start shopping.

Patrick Finley: Lowering women's hoop idea a clanger

Pima College coach Todd Holthaus says the idea of lowering the basket 7 inches for the women's game would be a detriment and logistically difficult. "You're talking about every playground having a men's basket and a women's basket."

Tucson 24, Canyon del Oro 21, OT: Badgers capitalize on CDO errors

Demetrius Flannigan

4 vie for 3 seats on Sunnyside board; tough budget choices the central issue

Louie Gonzales

CD3 candidates stir impassioned crowd debating immigration, DREAM Act

Raúl Grijalva

Border agent shot to death near Naco, partner wounded

A truck drives on the Mexican-side of the border fence between Naco and the San Pedro Riparian National Conservation area in this 2007 file photo. Two agents assigned to the Border Patrol's Naco station were shot Tuesday morning. One agent died.

High school cross country: Pair of runners in their first year leading Rangers

Senior Kendra Knittel is one of the area's top sprinters, and she has also played soccer. Originally, she thought cross country might be too tough.

The Mint owners get their license

The Mint in February 2008. The bar's new owners passed scrutiny by the state liquor board despite objections from a nearby neighborhood and the City Council's recommendation that a license be denied.

Director explains hummers' popularity

Craig Ivanyi

The Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum at 60 years old

Raptor Free Flight keeper Larisa Thomas, left, catches a Barn Owl on her glove during the Arizona Sonora Desert Museum Free Flight Demonstration at the museum Friday, October 23, 2009. The shows featured three to four species that included Chihuahuan Ravens , Barn Owls, Great Horned Owls, Fe…

Tales from the Morgue: Patriotic hens meeting war demands

Berk's Beat: Coach has created a power at Empire

Jorge Mendivil

Empire 47, Douglas 21

Spencer Woody

Cactus Moon to surface in Casa Grande

Patrons at Tucson's now-defunct Cactus Moon nightclub can head on over to the Cactus Moon Country Sports Grill at the Promenade at Casa Grande. The restaurant and bar could open as early as Oct. 5.

Hansen's Sunday Notebook: Track leads athletic field

Gaven DeFilippo, scoring a TD in 2010 with Amphi, transferred to Sabino, but eligibility questions have followed.

Arts notes

Above: Bruce Chamberlain conducts the Tucson Symphony Orchestra chorus during a rehearsal.

Yoga para el almuerzo

Los practicantes de yoga se concentran en la respiración diafragmática, lo cual les ayuda a lograr la relajación.

Yoga para el almuerzo

Hacer yoga también mejora el sistema circulatorio y la conciencia de sí mismo.

Yoga para el almuerzo

Celia Vindiola practica yoga dos veces por semana durante su hora de almuerzo.

Yoga para el almuerzo

Ray Brice (al centro), narró que hacer yoga "realmente me ayuda con mi flexibilidad, me hace más ágil y me es relajante también. Enfoco mis pensamientos para el resto del día".