by Carolyn Classen, blogger "San Juan Day celebrates the birthday of John the Baptist. In Tucson it is a day to celebrate the coming of the summer rains. Over two decades ago the celebration was revived in Tucson by the Menlo Park Neighborhood Association. This year it will again be held in and around Mission Garden. ... Read more
by Carolyn Classen, blogger Dobbs vs. Jackson Women's Health Organization decided on June 24, 2022 overruled the landmark Roe vs. Wade (1973) case and let the state legislatures decide on abortion availability in each state. 13 states now have near-total bans. "Arizona voters passed Proposition 139 on Nov. 5, 2024, the Arizona for Abortion Access ... Read more
by Carolyn Classen, blogger Carolyn's note: Two nonpartisan TUSD Governing Bd. seats are up for election in Nov. 2026. Incumbent Bd. member Val Romero is running for re-election and so is the other incumbent Jennifer Eckstrom. Pilar Acosta Ruiz ran for this seat in Nov. 2024, and came in 4th in a 5 way race ... Read more
by Carolyn Classen, blogger RSVP via secure blue, for location of event: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/fontes10year-tucson?fbclid=IwY2xjawSr60hleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFmV3FTSHh6amQ1SDZyYXV2c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHgYpMJQ014EL2fWNatqQ81aO3tug_sJSjpb3v4kwsZTnl9nQX0hsz9UF0Cup_aem_WPb5DWr-ewf5SlkwRSX8Ag Adrian was elected in Nov. 2022 and is running for re-election. He previously served as Maricopa County Recorder.
by Carolyn Classen, blogger LD20 Candidate Forum "LD 20 is having a candidate forum June 28 from 3 to 5 PM. Candidates for the Arizona house and senate will introduce themselves and each will be given time to answer questions. The event will be held at Pueblo High School auditorium 3500 S 12th Ave. ... Read more
by Carolyn Classen, blogger Time Sunday, June 28 5 – 7pm MST Location Tucson, AZ 85756Map About this event “Join Secretary Pete Buttigieg and Democratic Candidate for Arizona's 6th Congressional District JoAnna Mendoza for a rally in Tucson! Get together with fired up Southern Arizonans who are ready for a change and to fire Congressman ... Read more