The Retreat: Giffords calls for HUD investigation Nov 22, 2009
All but one of the dozen residents at the complex were turned out of their homes with 24 hours warning last week, but they all found places to live, mostly in Green Valley, Tucson and Phoenix, said Chris Kang, executive director of Green Valley Assistance Services ... He looked at five places in Green Valley before moving to The Fountains retirement community in Tucson, Kang said ... Watermark will be taking over management of The Fountains in Tucson early next year, Howell said, so a handful of... (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Medicare conference combats confusion over plans Nov 22, 2009
The same conferences were held in Tucson and Oro Valley earlier this month. Open enrollment for 2010 for Medicare, the national health insurance program for those 65 and older, runs through Dec. 31. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Amaizing: Corn Genome Decoded Nov 22, 2009
The overall effort involved more than 150 U.S. scientists with those at the University of Arizona in Tucson, Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory in New York and Iowa State University in Ames playing key roles. The group sequenced a variety of corn known as B73, developed at Iowa State decades ago. (Science Daily)
Cats lose heartbreaker, 44-41 (174) Nov 22, 2009
TUCSON It ll be at least another year before the Arizona Wildcats take part in their first Rose Bowl. It ll be much longer before this 44-41 double-overtime loss to Oregon stops stinging. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Truckers might skirt I-19 construction Nov 22, 2009
Tuesday s meeting will be held at the Border Patrol s Tucson Sector office. Scheduled to attend are representatives from the Tubac and Green Valley Chambers of Commerce, Rich Bohman of the Santa Cruz Valley Citizens Council, Tubac businessman Gary Brasher, and representatives from the Fresh Produce Association of the Americas. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Crucial desert contest for the Ducks Nov 22, 2009
The PAC-10 leading Oregon Ducks are in Tucson, Arizona this weekend to take on a dangerous Arizona Wildcat team that is staring one of the biggest games in program history in the face. To continue reading this article you must be a member. (Oregon Sports -- Rivals.com)
Green Valley at El Tour de Tucson (9) Nov 22, 2009
Green Valley at El Tour de Tucson ... As one of the most cycling-active communities in Arizona, Green Valley and the surrounding area is sure to be out in full force at the 27th annual UMC El Tour de Tucson on Saturday ... More than 9,000 people will be riding one of four courses (35, 66, 80, 109) throughout the greater Tucson area on Saturday, and we want your stories. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Ruby Belle Wilmeth Nov 22, 2009
Last updated on Wednesday, Nov 18, 2009 - 10:56:15 am MST Douglas, AZ. Douglas Dispatch Print Edition. (Douglas Daily Dispatch, AZ)
Ducks dash Cats' Rose hopeswith 2-overtime victory at UA Nov 22, 2009
TUCSON - Oregon quarterback Jeremiah Masoli watched as red-clad Arizona students ringed the sidelines as time ticked down, ready to rush the field ... Oregon quarterback Jeremiah Masoli (8) passes for a touchdown against Arizona's Xavier Kelley (15) at Arizona Stadium in Tucson on Saturday, Nov. 21, 2009. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Cardinal offensive line puts blue collar on Nov 22, 2009
Besides a win, the Cardinal (7-3 overall, 6-2 in the conference) also need 1) Arizona to beat Oregon in a 5 p.m. game in Tucson, 2) Arizona to lose to either Arizona State next Saturday or USC on Dec. 5, and 3) Oregon State to lose one of its two remaining games. The Pac-10 race may not be decided until the Oregon-Oregon State "Civil War" game Dec. 3. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Air Force Divers Complete Day Two at Wildcat Invitational Nov 22, 2009
Arlington places 13th on 3-meter springboard. - Competing on the men's 3-meter springboard and the women's 1-meter springboard, the Air Force diving team wrapped up day two of action at the Wildcat Diving Invitational, hosted by Arizona. (Airforcesports.com)
Pac-10 Football Round-Up: November 21, 2009 Nov 22, 2009
Redshirt freshman Kevin Prince passed for 161 yards. (AP) - Redshirt freshman Kevin Prince passed for 161 yards, UCLA's defense accounted for two touchdowns and set up a field goal, and the Bruins beat Arizona State 23-13 Saturday to become bowl eligible with their sixth win. (Pac-10.org)
Richard Hernandez Nov 22, 2009
A visitation was held in Angel Valley Funeral Home, Friday November 13, 2009, 2545 N. Tucson Blvd, from 5:00pm to 9:00pm, with a Rosary at 7:00 pm. A Funeral Mass was held on Saturday November 14, 2009 at 1:00 pm in St. Marks Catholic Church 2727 W. Tangerine Rd. Oro Valley with concluding services and interment to follow in Holy Hope Catholic Cemetery. (Douglas Daily Dispatch, AZ)
Meager monsoon worsens drought Nov 22, 2009
Tucson has received 5 ... Unless conditions shift dramatically in December, 2009 will end as one of the driest years in the past 14 years, a string of years so dry that just twice have Phoenix and Tucson received normal or above-normal rainfall. (AZCentral -- News)
Political Insider: Paton weighing 2010 race Nov 22, 2009
Paton, R-Tucson, was elected to three terms in the state House and Senate and took the lead on high-profile issues such as reform of the state's child-welfare system and human trafficking ... Tucson pollster Margaret Kenski, a Republican, said Paton is the strongest GOP candidate that the district could muster - short of Kolbe himself entering the race. (AZCentral -- News)
Child is 10th swine flu death in Pima County Nov 22, 2009
TUCSON - Health officials say a Pima County child has died of swine flu, the 10th swine flu death in the county this year. Some 103 Arizonans have died of swine flu this year. (AZCentral -- News)
No. 11 Oregon survives Nov 22, 2009
Web Search powered by YAHOO. - Jeremiah Masoli tied it with a touchdown pass to Ed Dickson with six seconds left, then won it with a 1-yard run in the second overtime as No. 11 Oregon defeated Arizona 44-41 on Saturday night and took a big step toward the Pac-10 title. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Taking direction from videographer Scot Litteer, Basil Baker goes through the motions of making a TV commercial on Wednesday. Photo by Jaime Richardson | Green Valley News Nov 22, 2009
Basil Baker said he often rides the Sun Shuttle to Tucson with his bicycle in tow, and from there takes one of the many bike routes available, navigating through unique downtown neighborhoods or exploring the Rillito Wash ... He will also be shown talking about his personal experience riding the Sun Shuttle along with several shuttle riders from Tucson, Oro Valley and Marana ... We ve been trying to find riders with a specific story to tell, said Scot Litteer, a videographer who is filming the... (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
OPEN COURT: Tucson proves it's ready for the big time (34) Nov 22, 2009
OPEN COURT: Tucson proves it's ready for the big time ... In fact, most college football fans had their sights set squarely on Tucson for last night s Arizona-Oregon showdown ... Granted, Michigan s gradual slide into irrelevance took away some of that rivalry s luster on the national scene (leading to yesterday s yawn-inducing 21-10 Ohio State win), but could any reasonable Tucson-area football fan have expected to see ESPN s College GameDay crew in town on the same day as Buckeyes-Wolverines. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Masoli, Oregon show moxie Nov 22, 2009
TUCSON, ARIZ. - quarterback spins, he stutter-steps, he jukes, he chucks the ball. Touchdown. (Notre Dame Sports -- Rivals.com)
Game Day: Enough Already! Nov 22, 2009
Tucson has been called a house of horrors, inhospitable and an ambush for the Ducks this week; really. When did Tucson, Arizona become anything other than a retirement destination disguised as a second-rate college town ... But what I am saying is that if they do, it will be because they outplayed them on the field, not because they own them, have their number or are privy to some sort of strategic genius yet to be unearthed by any whistle-blowing, sideline-walking,... (eDuck.com)
Rabies cases set county record with 47th animal Nov 21, 2009
Animal Control used to drive specimens from suspected rabid animals to a state lab in Tucson, but it closed a few months ago, Pea said. Now the department pays UPS to ship the specimens to the main lab in Phoenix. (Nogales International, AZ)
No. 11 Golden Bears Douse Devils for Sixth-Straight Victory Nov 21, 2009
The Bears head down the interstate to face No. 19 Arizona (18-8, 7-8 Pac-10) in a 1 p.m. MST match at the McKale Memorial Center in Tucson, Ariz. on Sunday, Nov. 22. (Calbears.com)
Banged up YC squad faces Willcox with trip to state finals on the line Nov 21, 2009
Making matters more difficult for Stallworth, senior running back Ed Harris didn't practice on Tuesday and Wednesday due to a pulled hamstring, which he suffered on the last play of last Friday's quarterfinal game against Tucson-Pusch Ridge, a 20-yard touchdown ... The year prior Yuma High lost to Tucson in the 5A title game, 27-6. (Yuma Daily Sun, AZ)
Lobo Baseball Signs Seven to National Letters of Intent Nov 21, 2009
Justin Zumwalde OF 6'3" / 225 Pima Community College Tucson, Ariz. Named all-region and all-CCAC in 2009... two-sport letterwinner in baseball and football while at Sabino High School in Tucson, Ariz.... named first team all-Sonoran Region in 2007... earned Louisville Slugger All-American honorable mention, first-team 4A all-state and first-team all-Kino Region in 2008... played club ball for the KFC American Legion and the Great Falls Golden Eagles... was recruited by Arizona, Arizona State,... (Golobos.com)
Air Force Divers Wrap Up Day One at Wildcat Invitational Nov 21, 2009
Meanwhile, classmate (Tucson, Ariz. who narrowly missed the finals cut after scoring a 272. (Airforcesports.com)
Sophomore Bradshaw Wins 1-Meter at Wildcat Diving Invitational Nov 21, 2009
The three-day event is being held at the Kasser Family Pool in Tucson, Ariz. Bradshaw tallied 357. (Thesundevils.com)
Keep your home's air safe Nov 21, 2009
3) in Phoenix, KQNA-AM (1130) in Prescott, KAZM-AM (780) in Sedona, and KNST-AM (790) in Tucson. Type Size. (AZCentral -- Home)
Memphis Basketball Notes Nov 21, 2009
While in Tucson, Pastner was a member of Wildcat squads that made 12-straight NCAA Tournament appearances and posted a 290-103 record (1997-2008). Pastner was a player on the 1996-97 Arizona team that won the NCAA title. (Gotigersgo.com)
Serial Speeder Finally Caught Nov 21, 2009
Tucson, AZ (KOLD)-- A serial speeder in the Phoenix area has finally been tracked down by police. 29 year old Elvis Saloum has managed to avoid police even though he has been caught on photo radar cameras speeding more than 55 times. (KOLD.com, AZ)
Control of Pac-10 at stake for Oregon, Arizona Nov 21, 2009
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Here is the latest Washington, Oregon and Alaska sports from The AP Nov 21, 2009
- The Oregon Ducks football team isn't buying into a Tucson Curse, although it's certainly had its share of bad luck at Arizona in recent years. In Oregon's past two trips to Tucson, the team lost its starting quarterback to injury. (OregonLive, OR -- Sports)
Rio Rico soccer team looking for victory Nov 21, 2009
The tourney kicks off Monday and the girls are scheduled to play Tucson High Tuesday, at 4:30 p.m.. Rio Rico is in Pool B, with Canyon Del Oro, Tucson and Cienega. (Nogales International, AZ)
Lori Elizabeth Johnson Nov 21, 2009
Passed into God s loving arms November 12, 2009 in Tucson, Arizona. Lori moved to Tucson in 1978 where she graduated from Sahuaro High School ... A celebration of her life will be held Saturday, November 21, 2009 at 1:00 p.m. at the Palo Verde Church of Christ, 651 S. Kolb Rd., Tucson, Arizona. (Douglas Daily Dispatch, AZ)
Man who robbed 7 UA students gets 4 years Nov 21, 2009
TUCSON - For robbing seven University of Arizona students during a March home invasion, a 20-year-old man has been sentenced to 4 years in prison ... Tucson police say Taylor and three other men walked in through the unlocked back door of a home in the 1200 block of East Grant Road just after midnight March 24. (AZCentral -- News)
UA in talks with Phoenix to build $140M downtown medical center Nov 21, 2009
The Arizona Cancer Center at UA s Tucson campus is the only one in the state designated by the National Cancer Institute as a Comprehensive Cancer Center, offering world-renowned translational research programs and patient care. Crist said the Phoenix center would be an extension of the Tucson facility, sharing its NCI designation. (Phoenix Business Journal, AZ)
Weekend Forecast - Week 12 Nov 21, 2009
Right now, Tucson is excited to have College Gameday on campus and to finally be playing in a game that's actually relevant in the Pac-10 race ... Given the Ducks stand in their way for their slim shot at the conference crown, I am going to say Arizona uses it now in Tucson in front of that loud Zona Zoo section. (Ohio State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Grand Canyon: A wonder year-round Nov 21, 2009
"October is one of the nicest times to be hiking in the Canyon," says Dave Baker, who owns the Summit Hut, an outdoor-equipment shop in Tucson. Temperatures are moderate and Arizona 67 to the North Rim, which closes with the first heavy snow (typically mid-November or early December), is most likely still open. (AZCentral -- Travel)
Luminarias at Tlaquepaque in Sedona. Nov 21, 2009
Tucson Botanical Gardens holds its 23rd annual Luminaria Nights on Dec. 4-6 ... Free with a canned-food donation to the Tucson Community Food Bank. (AZCentral -- Travel)
Elgin School celebrates our veterans Nov 21, 2009
He moved to the United States and settled in Tucson. He is the only American to hold this award. (Nogales International, AZ)
Port expansion a step closer Nov 21, 2009
The city received three bids from Sergio and Clarissa Arellano of Tucson, Robert and Raquel Lopez of Douglas and Ortiz. Ortiz did not meet the bid specifications and was disqualified from the bid process. (Douglas Daily Dispatch, AZ)
Hikers rescued for free in Arizona Nov 21, 2009
In Tucson, a trail runner got lost, then tried to hide while searchers looked for him in the night. In Washington, a woman tried to walk down a mountain on a broken leg. (AZCentral -- News)
Oregon vs. Arizona Football 2009 Nov 21, 2009
Rose Bowl Contenders Battle It Out in Tucson ... Yet Oregon's had some bad luck playing at Tucson. (Suite101.com)
Area resident says BP went too far in search Nov 21, 2009
She was going to class at Pima Medical Institute in Tucson. Cooper said that before she knew it, an agent had pulled her from the vehicle and handcuffed her. (Nogales International, AZ)
Stonegarden funding critical, say sheriff, NPD Nov 21, 2009
When patrol agents find a person who died in the desert, deputies recover the body, notify the Mexican Consulate, and arrange for transport to the Pima County Medical Examiner in Tucson. In Nogales, police use Stonegarden funds to target Homeland Securitys goals and objectives said Chief William Ybarra. (Nogales International, AZ)
Saturday Morning Splurge Jonathan Daniel/ Getty ImagesThe Michigan-Ohio State game is usually the ultimate winner-take-all contest in the Big Ten. Not the case this year.Does The Game still matter? Can Oregon take control of the Pac-10 race? Mallory Rubin examines Saturday's major storylines while Alabama and Florida prepare to devour cupcakes. Nov 21, 2009
Provided, of course, Oregon beats Arizona in Tucson and Oregon State topples Washington State in Pullman this week. Considering the latter is the closest thing to a guarantee this season, let's focus on the former. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NCAA Football)
Game of the Week: Oregon at Arizona Nov 21, 2009
Arizona and - who play Saturday in Tucson - remain in control of their destinies in the race for the Pac-10 championship, which comes with a trip to the Rose Bowl ... " But Rose Bowl discussions aren't taboo in Tucson. Perhaps that's because the Wildcats have been climbing - and falling off - the mountain for so long. "We've been talking about it since last year," said Arizona senior free safety , a three-year starter. "We felt like it was an opportunity for us ... And the last time the Ducks... (Notre Dame Sports -- Rivals.com)
Border Patrol went too far, woman says Nov 21, 2009
She was going to class at Pima Medical Institute in Tucson. . (Nogales International, AZ)
Dead dog leads to drug citation Nov 21, 2009
Ghostie wrote on Nov 18, 2009 9:03 AM:" Residue of what?Drugs other than tobacco?I thought Hookah's were legal? They have several hookah lounges in Tucson... ". Tom wrote on Nov 19, 2009 4:49 PM:" Never, never, ever consent to a search. They must have a search warrant or you simply say no. If they threaten to get a search warrant, tell them to go ahead. They'll back off right away. Know your rights. ". (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Lori Elizabeth Johnson Nov 20, 2009
Passed into God s loving arms November 12, 2009 in Tucson, Arizona. Lori moved to Tucson in 1978 where she graduated from Sahuaro High School ... A celebration of her life will be held Saturday, November 21, 2009 at 1:00 p.m. at the Palo Verde Church of Christ, 651 S. Kolb Rd., Tucson, Arizona. (Douglas Daily Dispatch, AZ)
Wise, Horne lead Arizona past Rice Nov 20, 2009
TUCSON - Sean Miller isn't just coaching the basketball players at Arizona. He's coaching the students who root for the Wildcats, too. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Game capsules Nov 20, 2009
Tucson Sunnyside (10-1) at Tempe Marcos de Niza (10-1) ... Pinnacle took care of Glendale Ironwood last week, while Desert Mountain held off Tucson Ironwood Ridge to advance ... Glendale Apollo (10-1) at Tucson Canyon del Oro (11-0). (AZCentral -- Sports)
Apollo rolls to playoff win over Queen Creek Nov 20, 2009
As their reward for winning, the Hawks travel to Tucson Friday to face No. 1 Canyon del Oro, 49-26 winners in their opening-round game against McClintock. Once sophomore quarterback John Brown hooked up with junior wide receiver Chrisdeon Ayiyi for a 78-yard touchdown, and Brown scampered home from eight yards out, the Hawks built a 13-0 lead after one quarter and were never headed. (Glendale Star, AZ)
BASKETBALL N. Carolina squeaks by Ohio State Nov 20, 2009
In Tucson, Nic Wise had 15 points, seven assists and five steals and Jamelle Horne scored eight of his 13 points in the final 5 1/2 minutes. Washington State 89, IPFW 70. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Ubidyne, Tucson firms win at GCOI Nov 20, 2009
Tucson-based , which provides electronic equipment to airplane manufacturers, won both the Pioneering Innovation Award and Innovator of the Year for Large Companies. a Tucson company that develops thin-film deposition equipment used in solar cell and industrial manufacturing, was named Innovator of the Year for Small Companies ... Winners were Scott Boisvert, Basha High School, Chandler; Rahul Mitra, Corona del Sol High School, Tempe; Ebaa Al-Obeidi, Canyon del Oro High School, Oro Valley; and... (Phoenix Business Journal, AZ)
The Ducks Will Avenge The Fall of D.Dixon Nov 20, 2009
Leading up to this weekend's game, Oregon fans are surely thinking about the last time the Ducks visited Tucson with Pac-10 title aspirations ... Whether it's fear of the "Stoops Big-Game Curse," or whether the rebuilding process has truly taken longer than many anticipated, Stoops' term in Tucson has been notably big-game free. (BruinReportOnline.com)
Green Valley at El Tour de Tucson Nov 20, 2009
As one of the most cycling-active communities in Arizona, Green Valley and the surrounding area is sure to be out in full force at the 27th annual UMC El Tour de Tucson on Saturday. More than 9,000 people will be riding one of four courses (35, 66, 80, 109) throughout the greater Tucson area on Saturday, and we want your stories ... If you and your group have any fantastic El Tour stories and photos to share, email them to me at and I ll be putting together a compliation of the best Green Valley... (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Ask the Expert--who are the Cougars? Nov 20, 2009
And perhaps the Cougars' quarterback with the most promise, true freshman Jeff Tuel, is unlikely to start or play while he recovers from a dislocated kneecap suffered in the 48-7 loss to Arizona two weeks ago in Tucson. Not that the Beavers' first string defense will have to worry about this, but this is more for OSU's second string guys. (Oregon State Sports -- Rivals.com)
FRONT ROW: Arizona looks to keep Rose Bowl dream alive Nov 20, 2009
It s so big, in fact, that ESPN has deemed it the marquee game of the day and will send its College Gameday crew (Chris Fowler, Lee Corso, Kirk Hirbstreet and Desmond Howard) to Tucson for the first time in the program s history ... Now all that s left is to convince the city of Tucson that this is, in fact, a big deal ... I ve met so many great people in Tucson and worked through all the adversity to turn myself into the man I am today, McClellan said. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
LAWRENCE PANTAK, 84, of Green Valley, passed away Nov. 16, 2009, in hospice care at the VA in Tucson, surrounded by loved ones after a courageous battle with cancer. Nov 20, 2009
LAWRENCE PANTAK, 84, of Green Valley, passed away Nov. 16, 2009, in hospice care at the VA in Tucson, surrounded by loved ones after a courageous battle with cancer ... In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Lawrence s name to Tucson VA Hospice Care. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Wildcats, Badgers to Meet in Maui Nov 20, 2009
Appointed April 7, 2009, Miller came to Tucson after five successful years at Xavier University, where he amassed four 20-win seasons and four NCAA Tournament appearances ... All-time, Arizona is 0-0 in series games played in Tucson, 1-0 in Madison, Wis. (Pac-10.org)
Visa chargeback actions upheld on appeal Nov 20, 2009
In a unanimous decision, the Arizona Court of Appeals turned aside arguments by a Tucson firm that Visa acted improperly in charging back what turned out to be a fraudulent purchase. The judges said the contract ANS Distributing signed with Visa made clear those situations could happen. (AZCentral -- Business)
Elgin School celebrates our veterans Nov 20, 2009
He moved to the United States and settled in Tucson. He is the only American to hold this award. (Nogales International, AZ)
Gas prices rise slightly in Arizona Nov 20, 2009
Tucson drivers continue to pay the least for fuel in the state with an average of $2. 434 per gallon of unleaded, while Flagstaff motorists are paying the most to fill up with an average fuel price of $2. (AZCentral -- News)
Mine worker’s arm caught in conveyor belt Nov 20, 2009
The 45-year-old man was flown to a Tucson hospital where he may have had his arm amputated, the report said. The accident occurred around 10 p.m., and details were sketchy. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
