Arizona Spotlight - Episodes

San Ysidro Festival

May 15, 2014 The Friends of Tucson's Birthplace invite the community to celebrate more than 4,000 years of local history.

Old Pueblo's World of Magic and Fairy Tales

May 15, 2014 Valley of the Moon is a private park tucked away in a quiet neighborhood just north of Winterhaven. After 90 years, it’s still an oasis for children of all ages.

Tales of Tucson: 'Forever Home'

May 15, 2014 An abandoned Tucson girl who wishes for a “forever home” finds unlikely allies at the Valley of the Moon.

Arizona Spotlight for May 9, 2014

May 8, 2014 What's behind increased reports of Africanized honey bees?; program helps teens cope with stress; Della Williams is a breast cancer survivor and Tohono O'odham elder.

Spring Signals the Start of Honeybee Migration Season in AZ

May 8, 2014 Experts say the negative reputation of Africanized bees is not entirely deserved.

Voices for the Cure: Della Williams and William Williams

May 8, 2014 After experiencing depression following breast cancer treatment, Della works to keep other women from going through it alone

Arizona Spotlight for May 2, 2014

May 1, 2014 New doc tells story of a Central American migrant who died crossing AZ desert; how an Air Force sergeant balances missions with being a mom; Metal Arts Village tour; Tucson Folksingers reunite after more than 5 decades.

The Tucson Folksingers Reunion

May 1, 2014 Tucsonans who were united by a love of music more than 50 years ago reunite to take part in the Tucson Folk Festival.

Doc Pieces Together Story of Migrant Found Dead in AZ Desert

May 1, 2014 “Who is Dayani Cristal?” puts Pima County on international map as it premiers across the world.

Metal Arts Village: Best of Both Worlds for Artists

May 1, 2014 Since opening 4 years ago, the village has been home to a variety of artists who can collaborate and build bonds with the public.

Arizona Spotlight for April 25, 2014

Apr 24, 2014 Have you harvested cholla buds lately?; award-winning Ellington Band from Tucson Jazz Institute travels to NYC; being a gentrifier in oldest Latino neighborhood; author gives Anne Frank's sister life.

Young Musicians Prepare for 'World Series of High School Bands'

Apr 24, 2014 Tucson Jazz Institute students will be traveling to New York City to perform at the Essentially Ellington High School Jazz Band competition.

Harvesting Cholla Buds

Apr 24, 2014 For many generations of native people, spring in the Sonoran Desert meant it was time to harvest cholla buds. Now, there is new interest in the prickly plants as a sustainable local food source.

Arizona Spotlight for April 18, 2014

Apr 17, 2014 What do you love about your body?; a young Tucsonan wants to qualify for American Olympic skeet shooting team; 23rd AZ International Film Fest; unique approach to understanding English language.

The Militant Baker's Body Love Revolution

Apr 17, 2014 Blogger and advocate Jes Baker asks 'What do you love about your body?'

Tucsonan Aims for 2016 Olympics

Apr 17, 2014 Mountain View High School senior hopes to land a spot on the team USA's skeet shooting team.

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