John M. Roll Memorial Fund Established

Posted by AzBlueMeanie: Announcement from the State Bar of Arizona: State Bar and University of Arizona Establish John M. Roll Memorial Fund The State Bar, in partnership with the University of Arizona, has established the John M. Roll Memorial Fund. Money used will provide scholarships to students attending Judge Roll’s alma mater, the James E. … Read more

Update: ‘A magic moment on top of a major miracle’

Posted by AzBlueMeanie: We learned from President Obama during his speech last night that: "Gabby opened her eyes. I can tell you this: She knows we're here, and she knows we love her, and she knows that we will be rooting for her through what is undoubtedly a difficult journey." The Arizona Republic has more … Read more

‘Walk for Peace’ This Sunday

Posted by AzBlueMeanie: "A Walk for Peace" will take place at 10 a.m., Sunday, Jan. 16, to honor Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords and others who died or were injured in the Jan. 8 shooting. Walk for Peace Set for Sunday | The Tucson Weekly: The walk begins at McCormick Park, 2950 N. Columbus Blvd., and ends … Read more

Update on Funerals for Christina Green and Judge John Roll

Posted by AzBlueMeanie: Thankfully Fred Phelps' church of hate will not be disrupting these funerals. Church gives up protest plans, gets radio airtime. The funerals are, however, expected to attract many Tucsonans who want to pay their respects. St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church is not a particularly large church, and I would hope that you respect … Read more