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🌵Coming up next week in Tucson…Tucson Holiday Ice: Outdoor skating at the TCC starts this week and runs through Jan. 4. ...
11/23/2025

🌵Coming up next week in Tucson…

Tucson Holiday Ice: Outdoor skating at the TCC starts this week and runs through Jan. 4. Tickets start at $12 and include skate rentals.

Bob’s Steak & Chop House: Thanksgiving brunch on Thursday from 10:30 to 2:30. Reservations required.

Westin La Paloma: Thanksgiving buffet on Thursday from 12 to 4. Kids can enjoy holiday activities in the Playland.

Mount Lemmon Lodge: Thanksgiving evening event at 6:30 p.m. with mountain views and a showing of It’s a Wonderful Life. Limited space.

Flandrau Planetarium: ā€œSeason of Lightā€ show begins Friday, exploring global winter traditions. Ticket includes museum access.

La Paloma Tree Lighting: Friday from 6 to 8 p.m., with free cookies, cocoa and cider. No reservations needed.

Here’s what went down in Tucson last week šŸ‘€ Local news, community updates, and stories that matter all in one place!Chec...
11/23/2025

Here’s what went down in Tucson last week šŸ‘€ Local news, community updates, and stories that matter all in one place!
Check this out to stay in the loop ✨

Investing in local news means investing in Tucson’s future! With your support, we can continue offering paid opportuniti...
11/18/2025

Investing in local news means investing in Tucson’s future! With your support, we can continue offering paid opportunities for emerging journalists. 🌵✨

ā€œThrough each story, I’ve discovered my voice as a writer and strengthened my work ethic, all while gaining opportunities in journalism beyond this internship.ā€ - McKenna Manzo

Every dollar helps us keep local voices in local news.
Let’s build the next generation of Tucson journalists togetheršŸ’›

11/15/2025

When James Hollister moved from North Dakota to Tucson, he found more than sunshine he found a running community that transformed him into a distance runner. šŸƒā€ā™‚ļø

Now a PhD student at UA, he’s taking on the Marathon Series this Saturday, inspired by the support, desert views, and friendships he’s built through The Workout Group. ā˜€ļø

From tough climbs at Sabino Canyon to balancing training with grad school, Hollister says running keeps him grounded, motivated, and connected in Tucson!

ā€œWorking with Tucson Spotlight has taught me that local journalism isn’t just about breaking news, it’s about showing up...
11/14/2025

ā€œWorking with Tucson Spotlight has taught me that local journalism isn’t just about breaking news, it’s about showing up, listening, and letting our community know we’re here to support them as they have supported us.ā€œ - Angelina Maynes

Our social media team carries that mission into every post, every story, and every connection we build online.

Support the next generation of local storytellers. Help us fund our future! šŸ’›

The next generation of storytellers is already shaping Tucson’s media landscape, help us fund their future!šŸŒµā€œImmediately...
11/12/2025

The next generation of storytellers is already shaping Tucson’s media landscape, help us fund their future!🌵

ā€œImmediately after onboarding, I received in-depth editing, networking with other talented local journalists, and pitch opportunities all across the city. It’s a challenge as a young journalist to find paid internships, and I’m grateful to be compensated for my reportingā€ - Ruby Wray

Your support helps us keep creating paid opportunities for young local journalists. šŸ’›

11/11/2025

In Dead Mall Rising: The Story of El Con Mall, Tucson author Jon Paul Callahan dives into the rise, fall, and legacy of the El Con Mall and what happens when the places that bring us together disappear. šŸ›’

If you remember hanging out at El Con or have your own mall memories, share them in the comments šŸ‘‡

Let’s keep Tucson history alive! ✨

11/07/2025

In a city filled with gyms and sports fields, offers something completely different, a place where students climb ropes, soar on trapezes, and master aerial silks! āœØšŸŽŖ

Founded in 2015 by Katherine Tesch and Annie Miele, the academy has grown from a small studio on Main and Speedway into a vibrant community of over 300 students. Their mission? To prove that anyone can do circus! ā¤ļø

From first-timers to future professionals, students train to building strength, confidence, and artistry that can take them from the classroom to the stage. šŸ¤¹šŸ¼ā€ā™€ļø

This week, we’re celebrating the voices shaping Tucson’s future!ā€œMy writing has improved dramatically, and instead of fe...
11/06/2025

This week, we’re celebrating the voices shaping Tucson’s future!

ā€œMy writing has improved dramatically, and instead of feeling dread when I publish, I now feel proud knowing that someone will read my work and learn something new about their community.ā€ - Topaz Servellon

Fund the Future of Journalism launched Monday and we’re sharing stories from the students and early-career journalists making it happen.šŸ’”

This week, we’re celebrating the voices shaping Tucson’s future! Fund the Future of Journalism launched Monday and we’re...
11/06/2025

This week, we’re celebrating the voices shaping Tucson’s future!

Fund the Future of Journalism launched Monday and we’re sharing stories from the students and early-career journalists making it happen.šŸ’”

We’re so grateful, Tucson šŸ’›The first haul from our food drive with  is on its way to the , and wow, your generosity blew...
11/04/2025

We’re so grateful, Tucson šŸ’›
The first haul from our food drive with is on its way to the , and wow, your generosity blew us away.
Because of the incredible response, we’re keeping the drive going all week through Sunday, including during Di Luna’s Holiday Night Market this Friday!
Bring two shelf-stable items to Di Luna Candles and get $5 off your purchase.
Let’s keep those donations, and the community spirit, shining bright! āœØšŸ•ÆļøšŸ„«

We’re so grateful, Tucson šŸ’›The first haul from our food drive with  is on its way to the , and wow, your generosity blew...
11/04/2025

We’re so grateful, Tucson šŸ’›
The first haul from our food drive with is on its way to the , and wow, your generosity blew us away.
Because of the incredible response, we’re keeping the drive going all week through Sunday, including during Di Luna’s Holiday Night Market this Friday!
Bring two shelf-stable items to Di Luna Candles and get $5 off your purchase.
Let’s keep those donations, and the community spirit, shining bright! āœØšŸ•ÆļøšŸ„«

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