Pulling Back the Curtain on "Oaf"
Also on Arizona Spotlight: Conserving water today to prevent a crisis in two years; Tucson readers share their best-loved novels for "The Great American Read"; the harmonious sounds created by Tibetan singing bowls.
Students Celebrate Santa Cruz River with Poems and Art
Pima County's Living River of Words contest inspired by visits to flowing river.
Lifeblood of the Desert: Restoration Brings New Life to Santa Cruz River
The river has supported four millennia of agriculture and growth in Tucson.
Dry, Hot Winter Ending, Southwest Faces Dry, Hot Spring
Continued arid conditions forecasted by NOAA for the entire Southern Arizona, increasing fire risk.
'Where the Water Goes': David Owen Looks at the Past, Present & Future of the Colorado River
Also on Arizona Spotlight: members of Tucson's black community share and contrast their experiences; author Victor Shamas explores 'Deep Creativity'.
Bill Would Force Financial Transparency on Hydroelectric Power Group
The measure is co-sponsored by all but one member of Arizona's delegation.
Endangered Gila Topminnow Returns to Santa Cruz
Tiny native fish may have been brought downstream by monsoon floods.
Groups Sue Forest Service Over Rosemont Copper Mine Decision
Environmental groups say Coronado NF Supervisor's Record of Decision came prematurely.
The Mysterious, Mystical Sound of Gamelan
Also on Arizona Spotlight: Water conservation vs. water crisis; what is it like to be a clown in the Macy's Thanksgiving Parade?; and Chris Dashiell on the unnerving 1968 film "Targets".
River Managers Want to Know What Santa Cruz Means to Community
They'll hold public workshops to gain feedback and help river managers improve the waterway's management.
Rescues Highlight Danger of Flash Floods in Catalina Mountains
Multiple helicopter rescues have taken place during recent weekends when floods stranded visitors.
Tucson Sets July Rainfall Record, 2nd-Highest Monthly Total
July's rain total was higher than average rainfall for an entire summer rain season.
Mobile Unit Looks to Fight Treated Wastewater's 'Yuck' Reputation
Facility fits in a commercial truck trailer, and will be used as a public exhibit to build confidence in reclaimed drinking water.
Monsoon Brings Danger of Flash Flooding to Arizona
Meteorologist: Deadly event near Payson is an example of flash-flood dangers.
O'odham Dances: 'This Is The Way We Begin and End Things'
A creative collaboration combining film, poetry and Southwestern flavor debuts Tuesday in Tucson.
