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1/17/13 Nicolina Patin. People sitting on benches at festival enjoying the sunny day.

4th Ave Street Fair Brings Millions into Community Each Year

Biannual fair usually brings hundreds of thousands of people; vendors make a huge chunk of their income in that weekend alone.
Navajo father and son

Culture Clash: Navajo Traditions vs. Economic Development

Nation President Shelly pushes alternative energy, technology to draw jobseekers back to reservation
Since 1969, Friends of the Pima County Library has donated more than $1 million and countless books to the Pima County library system.

Locals Unite for Literacy

Thousands of volunteers keep Tucson's library system alive--and lively
Online options for books, music or movies are forcing brick and mortar establishments to adapt to the changing marketplace in order to keep attracting customers.

Digital, Traditional or Both?

Tucson's book, music and video stores face an evolving and competitive marketplace.
Tucson real estate agent Rah Kohli has proposed a fountain for downtown Tucson area based off of the Bellagio in Las Vegas. Kohli believes the proposed fountain could lead to hotels, restaurants, and other attractions.

Bellagio-style Fountains for Downtown Tucson?

Local real estate agent is inspired by Las Vegas attraction and hopes for similar project in Tucson.
Arizona State Treasurer candidates

Battle for the State's Top Money Man

Democrat Andrei Cherny and Republican Doug Ducey face-off in their battle to become Arizona State Treasurer.
Robert N. Shelton, University of Arizona President

Back to School at UA

UA President Dr. Robert Shelton talks about the challenges facing the University of Arizona in another tough economic year.
Arizona film Industry

Time to Revive Arizona's Film Industry

Two Tucson-based filmmakers spearhead plan to revitalize the Tucson-area's once mighty film industry.

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