New owner at longtime photo store plans to widen store's focus

Rosemarie Deppisch watches intently as sales associate Guillermo Escudero programs the new camera she just purchased at Greg's Camera Shop & 1-Hour Photo, 6336 N. Oracle Road. Deppisch was traveling and needed someone who could give her hands-on help to set up her camera.

Music tradition of summer starts

Conductor László Veres guides a rehearsal of the Arizona Symphonic Winds in the band room of Tucson High Magnet School. The symphony will begin its "Music in the Park" series at Udall Park on Saturday.

Tucson composer R. Clark Jewett directs his dream - "The List: The Musical"

Director, producer, writer and composer R. Clark Jewett, who is legally blind, gives direction during a rehearsal of "The List: A Musical." He hopes to donate the play's proceeds to Arts for All.

Catalina park's outdoors beckons

Wayne and Dianne Allen of Austin, Texas, retired for six months, sit under a tree in their camping spot at Catalina State Park. The couple are on an extended vacation, heading to Utah and Denver to see their kids. They were preparing a vegetable dish in a gas oven, foreground, they just boug…

'It's our future': PCC students urge 4 on board to step aside

About 100 faculty, students, faculty members and alumni rallied Wednesday at Pima Community College administrative offices at 4901 E. Broadway to urge four members of the college's Governing Board to resign.

Culinary surprises along Tucson segment of Interstate 10

Waitress Anne Hicks delivers a collection of meals at Omar's Hi-Way Chef Restaurant at the Triple T Truck Stop, a staple at the Craycroft Road exit for nearly 60 years. You'll find eggs and hearty, road-worthy meals - and plenty of culinary surprises.

Culinary surprises along Tucson segment of Interstate 10

Nick Gonzalez, left, and Mario Alva toss steaks on the grill at Silver Saddle Steak House. Its giant neon sign that points toward the frontage road off the eastbound Sixth Street/Fourth Avenue exit beckons travelers and locals alike.

Culinary surprises along Tucson segment of Interstate 10

South Tucson firefighters relax after a meal at Kettle Restaurant/Banquet, at the Starr Pass and East 22nd Street exit. Rotating buffets throughout the day can satisfy big appetites. The restaurant is a link in a small southwestern chain.

CDO students show off flashy cars with 'Wizard of Rodz'

Seniors Steven Anders, 18, left, and Tanner Hensley, 18, pull the radio and navigation console to fix a 2003 Nissan 350Z belonging to Hensley's brother during auto-shop class at Canyon del Oro High School.

Satisfying Bigfoot-like appetites

A crowd gathers at the long dining tables and a wrap-around bar during happy hour at The Lodge Sasquatch Kitchen. It's a sports-fan-friendly place with flat-screen TVs in the bar and dining area.

Vegetables are Tucson chef's medium

To make arugula pesto, chef Sigret Thompson, who looks for fresh, locally grown produce, uses arugula, walnuts, salt, pepper, garlic, olive oil and lemon juice.

Retailers' social-media tips: Stress local, heed feedback

Tory Burch, fashion designer and CEO of Tory Burch LLC, takes time for photos with students who attended the Global Retailers Conference in the Kiva Ballroom at Loews Ventana Canyon. UA student Liliana Quintero took fellow student Joscelyne Felix's photograph Friday with Burch.

Longtime athletic trainer in AZATA hall of fame

Mountain View High School pitcher Josh McKinney grimaces as he is gently guided through a rehab exercise with athletic trainer Leah Oliver. Oliver was recently inducted into the state trainer's hall of fame.

Dining deals: Burgers at Tucson eateries that won't bust the budget

Server Brittny Washburn carries plates of burgers out to customers on $3 burger night, 4 to 7 p.m. Thursdays, at Marana's The Steak Out in the bar and patio. Sides - onion rings, fries or coleslaw - are $2.

Upscale spots serve burgers when you ask

Burgers are not on the dinner menu at Downtown Kitchen + Cocktails because owner Janos Wilder doesn't want to turn the restaurant into a burger house. The $11 burger on the bar menu is mixed with foie gras to make it juicy.

Big guys that are almost scary

The Sasquatch means businesss with its patty framed by two grilled cheese sandwiches.

Market now a 2-day event

Fresh vegetables and fruit are plentiful at Grammy's Garden, one of several booths that open each weekend at the Heirloom Farmers Markets (formerly Tucson Farmers Markets).

Best. Burgers. Ever.

A good burger in Tucson can be rare, according to Caliente readers. They also like them medium rare, well done, with different types of cheeses, on different types of bread and with a variety of toppings, including ketchup, mayo, mushrooms, lettuce, bacon and guacamole. Hundreds of Tucsonans…

Sky's the limit at group's big rocket launch

Members of the Southern Arizona Rocketry Association launched a barrage of small tetrahedron-shaped rockets with numbers on them. As the strange craft landed, kids gathered them up and exchanged them for prizes. The activity was part of the group's annual Desert Heat launch. It was at the Tu…

The look of the book draws book binder's expertise

Book binder Mark Andersson lays out cover parts onto fabric that will be made into a drop-spine box in his studio, Panther Peak Bindery. Andersson binds books by hand and specializes in albums, journals, gifts and portfolios. He's devoted to preserving history and culture.

Wild West Days at Old Tucson

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Empty Bowls fundraiser in Tucson meets tasty ladlefuls of soup

Artist April Newman explains some of the workmanship and glazes on the bowls to friend Tim Collins. A member of the Society of Arizona Clay Artists, Newman worked on some of the bowls as a volunteer.

Tai chi after stroke aids balance, UA study finds

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African violets get their day in the (mall)

Judy Oyen, left, and Esther Hopkins discuss all things African violet at the Tucson African Violet Society Spring Show and Sale. It was at the Foothills Mall last Saturday. Plants ranged in price from about $3 to $15, with most in the $6 to $8 range.

African violets get their day in the (mall)

Founders' Day turns 35

Linda and Ron White and their son, Terry, stop to admire a 1955 Allis-Chalmers tractor identical to the one Ron White grew up with on his family farm in Pennsylvania during this year's 35th Marana Founders' Day event in Ora Mae Harn Park, 13250 N. Lon Adams Road, on Saturday. The all-day fes…

Founders' Day turns 35

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.

Family Fun on the Farm Fridays gives a taste of milking, picking

Nothing like the real thing: Ten-month-old Dagda Rhodes is captivated by a carrot - a fresh carrot. It did not come in a can or a bag. It is not animated or stuffed. Dagda and his mom, Bronwin Rhodes, participated in Family Fun on the Farm Fridays at the Tucson Village Farm last week.

Air quality explained at 'Stomp'

Justin Payne launches a projectile at the Awesome Air Stomp Rockets event at the Wheeler Taft Abbett Sr. Library in Marana. Saturday's event, part of a regular science program at the library, focused on air quality.

Salpointe Catholic falls by 7 points in boys Division II state final

Salpointe Catholic High School's junior Cameron Denson gets crunched by Phoenix Paradise Valley players in the Division II state championship at Jobing.com Arena.

Salpointe Catholic falls by 7 points in boys Division II state final

Rodeo hee-haws ride in

Teaghyn Misse, 6, left, and her sister Adrienne Hail, 8, land at the the bottom of the Super Slide during Rodeo Carnival at La Paloma Academy. There may not have been ropin' and ridin' during the four-day carnival over rodeo weekend, but there were plenty of activities that helped raise mone…

Rodeo hee-haws ride in

Urban fishing: A lot of people are hooked

Dan Sherwood of Silver Springs Trout Farm in Montrose, Colo., pours a fresh load of rainbow trout into Silverbell Lake at Christopher Columbus Park, 4600 N. Silverbell Road. Local lakes are stocked every two weeks this time of year.

Artists show silly, sublime ceramics

'Girl Power' unfolds at school's tech, science event

1st Lt. Michele Tempel from Davis-Monthan Air Force Base meets with Amphi Middle School student Brianna Foster, 12, during the Girl Power in Science and Engineering event at Amphi Middle School. Some 35 female engineers - from an array of sectors - were at the Feb. 19 event designed to encou…

'Girl Power' unfolds at school's tech, science event

Classic sets of wheels roll into Oro Valley

Linda Beach's 1948 Chevy pickup caught the eye of Dave Kluis, right, during the 5th Annual Oro Valley Classics Car Show BBQ & Blues Music Festival at Oro Valley Marketplace Saturday. Hundreds of people wandered among hundreds of antique, classic cars and trucks. Four bands entertained. S…

Classic sets of wheels roll into Oro Valley

Partying like it's the Chinese New Year in Tucson

The Tucson Chinese Lion Dance Group sets a playful tone during the Taste of China Festival, which was at the Chinese Cultural Center, 1288 W. River Road. Saturday's event marked the Chinese New Year, the Year of the Snake. In Chinese mythology the Lion Dance brings good luck and scares away …

Partying like it's the Chinese New Year in Tucson

The Tucson Chinese Lion Dance Group works its way through the crowd during the Taste of China Festival. The festival marked the Chinese New Year, the Year of the Snake, a symbol of bounty and good luck.

New digs for landmark eatery

Cyclists and traffic pass by the original Sausage Deli, 2334 N. First Ave., which closes today to make way for a Walgreens. The new building, in the background, is set to open Monday.

New digs for landmark eatery

A longtime customer of the Sausage Deli, John Moritz, shares a hug with counter worker Serena Salmond. Moritz comes in three times a week and usually orders the same thing.

Party like it's Chinese New Year

Jeremy Lai, 10, gets into his role as a lion. The festival was held at the Tucson Chinese Cultural Center at 1288 W. River Road and included activities such as folk dancing, kids games and martial arts. Cuisine from five areas of China also was available.

Party like it's Chinese New Year

The Tucson Chinese Lion Dance Group works its way through the crowd during the Taste of China Festival. The festival marked the Chinese New Year, the Year of the Snake, a symbol of bounty and good luck.

Planet Fitness: no guilt

Lisa Campbell, left, works out at Planet Fitness, 10525 N. Oracle Road in Oro Valley. She is a new member and says she and joined for the good rates, convenience and hours. The gym caters to first-time or occasional gym-goers and plans eventually to open 14 other locations in the Tucson area.

Who knew that church could be such fun?

Will Joyce, suspended in a harness, tries to hold on to as many foam blocks as he can during the FX Live Family Experience show at Oro Valley Church of the Nazarene, 500 W. Calle Concordia in Oro Valley. FX Live is a crowd-participation event with a biblical message that inspires families to…

Gardeners: Check out seeds here

Pierre and Jean Paul Aoun, left to right, and their mother, Roula Isaac, center, examine planting soil at the Dusenberry-River Library. It's now a Seed Library branch.

These bowls will do double duty

Jane Sterritt, left, watches as her mother, Annie Huggins, applies a pattern to clay that will eventually become a bowl for the 2013 Empty Bowls Interfaith Community Services fundraiser.