Tucson Youth Put National Parks in Focus
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Oro Valley Residents Concerned About Possible Land Annexation
Mayor says that development is necessary for growth.
Tom Bailey's Return to Pop
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Coronado National Forest Finalizes New Management Plan
The plan covers activities including mining, ranching and recreation in the roughly 2-million-acre forest.
Interior Secretary to Lead Volunteer Project at Grand Canyon
Secretary Zinke's visit is intended to highlight maintenance projects at the park.
Saguaro National Park To Raise Entrance Fees
All rates go up $5 on January 1st.
Environmental Group Sues Federal Agencies Over Rosemont Copper Approval
Center for Biological Diversity claims US Fish and Wildlife Service did not fully consider impact on endangered species and water.
Advocate Group 'Cautiously Optimistic' About Arizona Monument
Ironwood Forest National Monument's supporters are trying to preserve the protected area.
Record Numbers Visit Saguaro National Park, Mirroring National Trend
Report cites significant economic impact that parks have on gateway communities.
NAU Project Will Study National Park Boundaries from Space
The team will look at divisions caused by land-management choices, like logging.
Visitors Flock to Arizona State Parks in Record Numbers
Nearly 3M tourists spent more than $16M at the parks, which lost some funding in 2012.
The Arizona Trail Opens New Paths for Tucson Resident
Accident leads to exercise and new discoveries
Proposal Pitches A New National Park in Arizona
Residents hope to turn Chiricahua National Monument into national park.
US Parks Draw Record Crowds Ahead of 100th Anniversary
Visitation to 409 National Parks estimated at 300M last year, even bigger in 2016.
National Parks Add Millions to Arizona Economy
Annual report shows $837 million spent at area National Parks in 2014
