Posted October 21, 2019
Arizona State Parks & Trails would like your input to help establish the funding and management priorities for both motorized and non-motorized trails in Arizona. The 2020 Arizona Trails Plan will provide information about trail users, their preferences, opinions, and important issues facing recreational trails and off-highway vehicle routes in Arizona.
Posted October 21, 2019
The City of Tucson is hiring a technological intern to work in different areas of its Information Technology (IT) department. This is a non-permanent, part-time position with a work schedule of approximately 15-20 hours per week.
Duties include IT desktop/hardware support, data/systems analysis, web development, and technological assistance. The internship is structured to be a one-year assignment, with a one-year renewal possible.
Posted October 21, 2019
Posted October 21, 2019
Sentinel Peak Park, "A" Mountain, will be closed to all vehicular traffic on Sunday, Oct. 27, 2019, for the TMC Get Moving Tucson “A” Mountain Half-Marathon and 5K and to allow the University of Arizona to light the "A" to kick off homecoming week. The park will reopen on Monday, Oct. 28, at 8 a.m., with no restrictions.
Posted October 18, 2019
Posted October 18, 2019
In 1881, 22 citizens of Tucson met at the Gem Tavern to organize Tucson's volunteer fire company. They selected Jack Boleyn, who owned a dry goods store, as chief. The company had 22 buckets, 6 axes, 9 picks and 2 shovels. Within two years, the city funded a regular (and better equipped) fire department and kept Boleyn on as chief.
27 people have served as chief since Boleyn's time. Number 28 was pinned on Monday, Chief Chuck Ryan.
Posted October 18, 2019
The City of Tucson’s Environmental and General Services Department (EGSD) collects household hazardous waste (HHW) at different locations around the city. The first Saturday of every month, city residents can drop materials off at the Eastside Service Center at 7575 E. Speedway Blvd. (turn north on Prudence to enter the drop-off line) from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. for free. The next collection date is Saturday, Nov. 2.
Posted October 18, 2019
Tucson Parks and Recreation and Pima Community College East Campus present Boo Bash at Lincoln Park, a fun-filled night of tricks and treats.
This free event takes place tomorrow, Oct. 19, 4-7 p.m., at Lincoln Park Soccer Fields, 4325 S. Pantano Road. Enjoy carnival games, trunk-or-treat, inflatables, and more.
Posted October 18, 2019
The annual Nam to Sand Jam is tomorrow, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., at the DeMeester Outdoor Performance Center at Reid Park, Country Club Road and 22nd Street.
The event is free. Donations of non-perishable food will be accepted.
Posted October 18, 2019
Watershed Management Group is presenting their 8th Annual Homescape Harvest Tour, Saturday October 19 from 10 am to 3 pm.
Posted October 18, 2019
The 2019 National Disability Employment Awareness Month is being observed to celebrate the contributions of workers with disabilities and educate employers about the value of a workforce inclusive of their skills and talents.
This year's theme is "The Right Talent, Right Now." In Tucson, several events are taking place that support the community through promotion and provision of fitness, recreation, and competitive sports opportunities for people with disabilities.
Posted October 18, 2019
The University of Arizona Department of Entomology will host the 2019 Arizona Insect Festival on Sunday, Oct. 20, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., at the University of Arizona (UA) Environmental and Natural Resources 2 Building on East Lowell Street. The free event is the largest UA event completely designed and run by UA scientists to improve science literacy and increase awareness about the importance of insects in our community.
Posted October 18, 2019
The City of Tucson is hiring senior account clerks for its Human Resources department. The positions will be responsible for performing all payroll-related functions, including maintaining time and leave documentation, accounting, and related clerical tasks for various City departments. These are senior positions, and individuals are expected to perform tasks at proficient, accomplished levels and assist in setting priorities for work.
Posted October 17, 2019
The City of Tucson’s Housing & Community Development Department is seeking a strategic partner who embraces and advocates for the City of Tucson’s vision... Read More
Posted October 16, 2019
The Street Crime Interdiction Unit is hosting a neighborhood forum to discuss hate and bias crimes in the Tucson area. The class is open to the public and will cover several topics to include what constitutes a hate crime, different types of bias, emerging trends, and reporting requirements. Once the training is done there will be an open forum so community members can express their concerns reference hate and bias crimes in their neighborhoods.
