Tucson AZ 2020 Community Guide by Town Square Publications, LLC

TUCSON Arizona

Community of Opportunity Live Your Best Life in Tucson

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Finding your way to Tucson through RECREATION and PLAY!

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CONTENTS What ’s inside 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 22 26 30 35

WELCOME

EMPLOYEE-OWNED

CHAMBER CONNECTION NEWCOMER INFORMATION DEMOGRAPHICS

IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD

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BUSINESS MAP

RECREATION EDUCATION HEALTH CARE DAY TRIPS FROM TUCSON ADVERTISER INDEX

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Founded in 1775, Tucson embraces its historical roots while simultaneously staying on the cutting edge of innovation. Our vibrant community encompasses a unique blend of Native American, Spanish, Mexican and Anglo-American influences. The vibe here is laid-back yet ambitious and grounded yet ground-breaking. There truly is something for everyone. Surrounded by beautiful mountains and the colorful Sonoran Desert landscape, Tucson is blessed with some of Mother Nature’s best work. Tucson is known for its bright blue skies, and with more than 310 sunny days per year, Tucson’s visitors and residents can enjoy the outdoors year-round. If world-class dining is what you crave, our UNESCO World City of Gastronomy offers an endless variety of dining experiences and boasts the Best 23 Miles of Mexican Food. If you’re looking to have some fun, you won’t have to look far. Tucson has an abundance of outdoor and recreational activities, community festivals, sporting events, arts and cultural attractions, a vibrant downtown, exciting nightlife and activities for the whole family.

WELCOME to Tucson

Tucson has much to offer in educational and career opportunities. Tucson is home to the University of Arizona and Pima Community College, as well as high schools that rank highly at both state and national levels. Jobs are growing in the Tucson area and unemployment is below the national average. Tucson has a diverse business community with key industries such as aerospace and defense, bioscience, optics, manufacturing, health care and business services that are leading our region in growth. It’s no wonder that Tucson’s population is growing rapidly. The low cost of living and the diversity in housing choices are very attractive to residents and newcomers. Whether you want to be close to Tucson’s urban downtown or make one of the suburban communities, such as Oro Valley, Marana, Sahuarita or Vail, your home, you are bound to find a home that suits your needs. We invite you to use this guide to learn more about our outstanding city. You can also find more information at tucsonchamber.org, connecttucson.com, tucsonguide.com or visittucson.org.

Amber Smith President & CEO Tucson Metro Chamber

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CHAMBER CONNECTION A history of service

Chamber has helped community grow and prosper TUCSON METRO CHAMBER HISTORICAL TIMELINE For more than 120 years, the Tucson Metro Chamber has been a champion for local businesses and the community. Here is a look at the Chamber’s vital role in the growth of the region.

á 1890-99 The Chamber began as the Tucson Grocer’s Association in 1896, changing its name to the Tucson Traders’ National Protection Association and the Tucson Board of Trade in the next couple of years. The organization played a key role in establishing a post office and urging Pima County to improve roads to mining camps.

• The Chamber endorsed a Pima County bond election to raise funds for construction of the Mt. Lemmon Highway, the Casa Grande Highway and the Borderland Route. • The Chamber spearheaded a drive to establish the first municipal airport at the Tucson Rodeo Grounds.

á 1920-29 á 1900-09 Known as the Tucson Chamber of Commerce starting in 1902, the organization incorporated six years later. By that time, there were 105 individual members and 65 firm and corporation members. In 1907, Chairman Albert Steinfeld said the Chamber played an important role in Tucson’s population growth and in the multitude of construction projects in the area, resulting in an increase in property values.

á 1910-19 Transportation infrastructure was a priority during this time: • A Chamber committee worked on a project to build a gravel road from Tucson to Casa Grande. TUCSON METRO CHAMBER

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• Tackling legislative and regulatory issues such as taxation, highway financing, annexation and the continuation of an excise tax on foreign produced copper. • Developing industrial land sites. • Encouraging the state to loan the city $500,000 for 20 miles of street paving. • Advocating for an air base.

In 1924, the Chamber advocated for a government landing field that eventually became Davis-Monthan Air Force Base. In 1925, the Chamber sponsored the first “Fiesta de los Vaqueros” rodeo. That same year, the Chamber assisted in a survey about the need for a new tourist hotel. The project resulted in the construction of the El Conquistador Hotel. The Chamber’s building at 115 N. Stone was lost to a fire in May 1929.

á 1930-39 The Chamber became involved in several projects important to the growth of Tucson, including: • Successfully advocating for expanded air mail service.

á1940-49 The Chamber asked the telephone company to install a dial telephone system in Tucson after World War II. Also, in 1948, the Chamber brought together 15 business leaders to charter the Tucson Airport Authority.

á 1950-59 The Chamber focused on annexation, flood control, obtaining additional water supplies for the city and dust control. Also, in 1954, the Chamber helped plan a multi-purpose auditorium for the city, eventually selecting Randolph Park for its location. A year later, the Chamber moved into its new location at 420 W. Congress.

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á 1990-99 á 1960-69 Priorities included agriculture, aviation, urban renewal and cleaning the environment. The Chamber’s Caballeros del Sol committee traveled to Mexico City to inaugurate Aero Mexico service between Tucson and Mexico. The Chamber also assisted in the opening and dedication of Tucson International Airport. In 1965, the mayor and city council announced the Chamber would be the primary agency to promote industrial development in the Tucson area.

á 1970-79 The Chamber changed its name to the Tucson Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce to reflect its increased service area and also decided to stop accepting funding from public entities. It also helped establish the Metropolitan Tucson Convention and Visitors Bureau and the Development Authority for Tucson’s Economy, which eventually became the Greater Tucson Economic Council.

á 1980-89 The Chamber became more politically active with the formation of the Committee for Responsive Government in 1980 and established its Candidate Evaluation Committee to interview candidates for public office. Also that year, the Chamber established the Leadership Tucson program, now known as Greater Tucson Leadership, and raised funds for its own building at St. Mary’s and Granada. About 500 people attended the ceremonies to dedicate the 10,000-square-foot location. In 1986, Gladys Sarlat, owner of Gladys Sarlat Public Relations, was elected the first female chair of the board of directors. Also, in 1988, the Chamber organized the first Arizona World Trade Fair, bringing together businesses and officials from around the world to encourage international business.

In 1992, the Chamber helped coordinate a trade delegation to the national assembly of Mexican Chambers of Commerce and exposition in Guadalajara, Mexico and received the U.S. Department of Commerce Outstanding international Services Award for facilitating international trade. A year later, the Chamber signed a historic cross-border statement of international support on the North American Free Trade agreement with chambers of commerce in Sonora, Mexico. Also that year, the Chamber formed the Business Education Partnership, which put volunteers from member businesses in the classroom to help prepare them for the world of work. In 1994, the Chamber participated in a delegation to inaugurate Arizona Airways service to Ciudad Obregon and open a Tucson economic development office in the Mexican city. In 1997, the Business Development Response Team was established to assist in retaining and expanding high-tech and high-paying jobs in Tucson.

á 2000-09 In 2001, the Tucson Center for Cultural Enrichment, a nonprofit foundation scholarship program, was established to develop a qualified workforce within the Tucson area by financially assisting deserving high school seniors to continue their education and establish a career in Tucson. In 2007, the Chamber was one of the first in the country to adopt an immigration policy based on extensive research and discussions with elected officials, the U.S. Border Patrol, numerous businesses and others affected by immigration issues.

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The organization also launched several groundbreaking programs, including: • Developing the Business Bill of Rights (Joint Business Objectives) platform with Pima County and the City of Tucson to improve business-friendly service delivery. • Partnering with the University of Arizona Eller College on projects that assist member businesses in solving marketing challenges and creating business plans. • Working with Paragon Space Development Corporation to craft legislation, find a legislative sponsor and work to pass legislation opening up Arizona to commercial space travel. • Releasing findings of a survey conducted by a Chamber volunteer group, the Business Expansion and Retention Task Force, which detailed what local business said they like about doing business in Southern Arizona and what challenges they face as they try to grow their companies, expand their operations and create more jobs. • Creating the Community Quality Report Card, a data-driven summary of research from a Chamber volunteer group, to quantify and describe how the Tucson Metropolitan Statistical Area and Pima County are doing in key areas of community performance. • Raising $360,000 to fund the First Impressions Project, which features a section on Tucson Boulevard between Tucson International Airport and Valencia Road that was transformed into an art and cultural experience for visitors leaving the airport. • Spearheading a successful drive to secure nonstop air service between Tucson and New York City’s JFK International Airport with American Airlines through the $3 million raised by the Chamber’s Air Service Task Force. • Partnering with Tucson United School District to develop a highly successful, paid summer internship program for incoming high school seniors to address one of the biggest challenges facing local businesses—finding qualified workers. w tucsonchamber.org

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NEWCOMER Information

State of Arizona ........................................... (520) 628-6300 az.gov, azleg.gov Pima County .................................................. (520) 724-9999 webcms.pima.gov City of Tucson................................................. (520) 791-4911 tucsonaz.gov City of South Tucson ...................................... (520) 792-2424 southtucson.org Town of Marana ............................................ (520) 382-1999 marana.com

WATER/SEWAGE & TRASH Waste Management...................................... (520) 572-5525 wm.com/us/en/myhome Tucson Recycling & Waste Services .............. (520) 623-7300 tucsonwasteservices.com CABLE/PHONE/INTERNET CenturyLink ................................................... (520) 838-3000 centurylink.com Cox Communications .................................... (520) 867-7470 cox.com

Town of Oro Valley......................................... (520) 229-4700 orovalleyaz.gov

NEWSPAPERS The Arizona Daily Star................................... (800) 695-4492 tucson.com

Town of Sahuarita ......................................... (520) 822-8800 sahuaritaaz.gov

Tucson Local Media ....................................... (520) 797-4384 tucsonlocalmedia.com

VOTER REGISTRATION Pima County Recorderâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Office...................... (520) 740-4350 recorder.pima.gov

VEHICLE REGISTRATION & EMISSIONS Arizona Motor Vehicle Division .................... (520) 629-9808 servicearizona.com

ELECTRICITY To report downed power lines: 911 Tucson Electric Power.................................... (520) 623-7711 tep.com Trico Electric Cooperative.............................. (520) 744-2944 trico.coop NATURAL GAS Southwest Gas Corporation .......................... (520) 889-1888 swgas.com TUCSON METRO CHAMBER

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Emission Testing............................................ (877) 692-9227 myazcar.com ROAD CONDITIONS Arizona Road Conditions ....... 511 or (888) 411-ROAD (7623) AIRPORT Tucson International Airport ........................ (520) 573-8100 flytucson.com

LIBRARY Pima County Public Library .......................... (520) 791-4010 For a full listing of public libraries, visit library.pima.gov PET LICENSING Pima Animal Care Center .............................. (520) 243-5900 pimaanimalcare.org CHILD CARE Child Care Resource & Referral ..................... (800) 308-9000 azchildcare.org ADULT AGING SERVICES Pima Council on Aging .................................. (520) 790-7262 pcoa.org PASSPORT SERVICES UArizona Global Center ................................. (520) 626-7161 global.arizona.edu/passports VISITOR INFORMATION Southern Arizona Heritage & Visitor Center 115 N. Church Ave. ........................................... (800) 638-8350 visitsouthernarizona.com, visittucson.org APARTMENTS/CONDOMINIUMS/RENTAL SERVICES Bancroft & Associates ................................... (520) 881-4884 bancroftrents.com Blue Agave Apartments ................................ (520) 884-8279 blueagaveapartments.com Grindstone Property Management.............. (520) 838-0562 grindstonemgmt.com

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HSL Properties, Inc......................................... (520) 322-6994 hslproperties.com

Voyager RV Resort.......................................... (800) 424-9191 Voyagerrv.com

OMNI Homes International........................... (520) 471-5450 moveontucson.com

Lake Investment Group................................. (520) 320-5075 lakkeproperties.com

REAL ESTATE â&#x20AC;&#x201C; COMMERCIAL & INVESTMENT 4-D Properties, LLP........................................ (520) 325-9600

Realty Executives Tucson............................... (520) 877-4940 realtyexecutives.com

MAS Real Estate Services............................... (520) 888-5127 masrealestateservices.com

Ashland Group................................................ (520) 293-9000 ashlandgroup.net

The Clover Company....................................... (520) 829-4621

MEB Management Services........................... (520) 620-1640 mebapts.com

Bourn Companies........................................... (520) 323-1005 bourncompanies.com

Starrview at Starr Pass................................... (520) 388-9811 starrviewapartments.com

CBRE, Inc......................................................... (520) 323-5100 cbre.com/tucson

The Nordstrom Group, Inc.............................. (520) 299-5850 nordstromgroup.com

Commercial Retail Advisors, LLC................... (520) 290-3200 cradvisorsllc.com

Your Home for Real Estate at Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage...................... (520) 448-6033 yourhome4realestate.com

HOME BUILDERS KB Home......................................................... (866) 661-4745 kbhome.com

Cushman & Wakefield | PICOR....................... (520) 748-7100 picor.com

STORAGE & MOVING 7A Budget Mini Storage................................. (520) 623-1414

Holualoa Companies...................................... (520) 615-1094 holualoa.com

Ajo Kinney Super Storage.............................. (520) 883-6333 storagetucson.com

Lennar............................................................. (520) 747-0997 lennar.com

Mark Irvin Commercial Real Estate Services, LLC................................ (520) 620-1833 markirvin.com

Citizens Transfer & Storage Co., Inc............... (520) 623-6301 citizenstransfer.com

Pepper-Viner Companies............................... (520) 721-7964 pepperviner.com

Real Estate Services APL Properties, LLC...... (520) 747-7899 aplpro.com

TRS Custom Builders, Inc............................... (520) 722-8055 trsbuilders.com

REAL ESTATE SERVICES AAG Realty...................................................... (480) 586-7632

MOBILE HOMES/RV PARKS Desert Pueblo Mobile Home Park................. (520) 889-9557 desertpueblo.com

APL Properties................................................ (520) 747-7899 aplpro.com

Meritage Homes............................................. (520) 225-6808 meritagehomestucson.com

Fairview Manor.............................................. (520) 888-1502 equitylifestyle.com Pantano Vista/Harrison Hills Mobile Home Park.......................................... (520) 886-4554 pantanovista.com Rincon Country West RV Resort.................... (520) 294-5608 rinconcountry.com Trails West Manufactured Home Park.......... (520) 574-0298 Tucson Lazydays KOA Resort.......................... (520) 799-3701 koa.com/campgrounds/tucson-lazydays

Bidegain Realty, Inc....................................... (520) 886-9877 bidegainrealty.com EMS Realty, Inc............................................... (520) 544-2727 emsrealty.com Imagine Realty Services................................ (520) 882-2865 imaginerealtyltd.com Keller Williams â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Terry Ayers......................... (808) 780-5816 apexaz.com Long Realty Company.................................... (520) 888-8844 longrealty.com

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Tierra Antigua Realty.................................... .(520) 544-2335 tierraantigua.com Tucson Association of Realtors...................... (520) 327-4218 tucsonrealtors.org

EZ Move........................................................... (520) 808-0347 e-zmoveonline.com Horizon Moving & Logistics........................... (520) 747-1400 horizonmoving.com Low Budget Movers....................................... (520) 447-4113 lowbudgetmovers.net Military Brothers Moving.............................. (520) 255-6507 militarybrothersmoving.com Silverbell Self Storage at Sunset Ranch........ (520) 883-6333 silverbellstorage.com Tucson Moving Services................................. (520) 468-8956 U-Haul Moving & Storage at Automall......... (520) 575-5373 uhaul.com Wildcat Storage.............................................. (520) 903-1960 wildcatstorage.net

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GREATER TUCSON AREA 1,039,073

9,187.2 SQUARE MILES 113.1 PEOPLE PER SQUARE MILE

INCOME (2018)

Overall ...............91.6

Utilities .............. 99.4

Grocery ............ 95.5

Transportation .. 96.6

Health ................81.5

Note: Cost of living indices are based on the United States average of 100. Amounts below 100 means Tucson is less expensive than the U.S. average, whereas amounts higher than 100 means Tucson is more expensive.

Housing ............ 80.4

HOUSING

POPULATION GROWTH

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DEMOGRAPHICS Population (2018) 78 7 ,

Number of housing units

Median household income $53,464

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Employment

BY INDUSTRY (2018) CONSTRUCTION 4.3% EDUCATION & HEALTH SERVICES

EDUCATIONAL ATTAINMENT (2018)

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4.6% FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES GOVERNMENT

19.8%

INFORMATION 1.4% LEISURE & HOSPITALITY

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MANUFACTURING 6.5% 2.1%

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IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD Diverse landscapes Housing choices abound for all buyers

The geographic diversity of the Tucson region is matched by the variety of housing available in and around the city. From large ranches on the edge of town to compact condos near downtown, there are options for everyone. Not only that, but the price per square foot is also likely much less than you’d find in many large metro areas around the country such as New York, Boston, Chicago and in much of California. “We’re just booming all over Tucson, and it’s been that way for about eight years,” said Jeff Murtaugh, CEO and designated broker of Realty Executives Tucson Elite. “We don’t see anything slowing it down in 2020. The prices are still extremely attractive versus other places in the country.” In recent years, the downtown area has boomed, thanks to a much-needed revitalization. Now there are shops, TUCSON METRO CHAMBER

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restaurants and residential developments, plus better transportation.

“They completely changed the taste and flavor of downtown with great bars, restaurants and an assortment of entertainment,” Murtaugh said. “It’s good to see what they’ve done and continue to do, as well as the plans for the future.” As part of this economic boost—primarily due to the Rio Nuevo project—there are condominium and townhome projects going up downtown with more on the way. Also, neighborhoods in or near downtown continue to benefit from the positive change: á Armory Park, which is on the National

Register of Historic Places, features more than a century’s worth of architectural styles. Near the center of Tucson’s art and culture epicenter, the area includes restaurants and a variety of activities, from a children’s museum to a senior center. Home prices range from about $250,000 to over $1 million.

á El Presidio Historic District: Includes a

variety of homes, with some that are large and architecturally relevant. Museums and other historical sites can be found in the area as well.

á Dunbar Spring: A small, diverse

neighborhood that has seen a recent surge of restoration inspired by the downtown improvements.

á Barrio Historico: This diverse neighborhood

that has a strong Hispanic influence is just south of the downtown area.

One of the most distinctive Tucson neighborhoods is Sam Hughes, which is just east of the University of Arizona and features nearby shops, restaurants and recreation areas. It has a mix of new construction and beautiful homes from the early to mid-1900s on its tree-lined streets. “Sam Hughes is one of my favorite areas of town to show,” Murtaugh said. “Every time I show a house there, it’s like having a history lesson.”

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“Many of those homes have been purchased, rehabbed and kept up,” Murtaugh said. “The homes are beautiful with a lot of land. It’s the nicest central neighborhood in Tucson.”

“There are thousands of houses out there and lots of shopping, ” Murtaugh said. “It’s close to the interstate wy Ajo H so you can get to work very fast.”

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The Eastern part of Tucson features the El Encanto neighborhood, which sprang up in the early 1900s with magnificent houses that reflect a Beverly Hills type of look.

There are also retirement communities north (SaddleBrooke) and south (Green Valley) of the city.

To the North, Catalina Foothills is a highly desirable neighborhood that’s next to the Santa Catalina 10 district, Mountains. It features a top-rated school plenty of high-end shopping, popular restaurants and cultural sites. Homes could be in the high $400,000 to low $500,000 range, on up, Murtaugh said. These homes are popular with people who relocate from other, more expensive areas of the U.S. who are used to paying much more per square foot, he said.

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BUSINESS Small but mighty Tucson Metro Chamber celebrates small businesses

Small businesses are the backbone of a community, and the Tucson Metro Chamber’s annual Copper Cactus Awards are an ideal way to celebrate the accomplishments and successes of those businesses. In 2019, the Chamber recognized 55 finalists from about 400 nominations from locally owned and operated businesses for outstanding achievements in company

culture, workforce development, technological innovation, growth and leadership. A panel of 12 independent judges reviewed and scored the applications and the highest scores in each category were selected as finalists. There were 14 winners in all, as some categories have more than one winner based on the size of the business.

master planned community about 20 minutes south of Downtown Tucson. The development opened in 2001 and has more than 5,700 homes, 18,000 residents and various commercial and mixed-use spaces. When it is fully built out, the development will have more than 10,000 homes and 30,000 residents.

“More than 70% of our members are small businesses, and they have made enormous contributions to our community,” said Amber Smith, President & CEO of the Tucson Metro Chamber. “We appreciate the opportunity to recognize them for creating cultures of excellence and doing their part—through innovation, disruption and perseverance—to make the city the special place that it is.”

The company has more than 100 employees year-round, which increases by 60 during the summer because of seasonal hiring. The development is focused on its mission of “Creating a Better Life” for residents, with more than 220 events and special programs each year, 30 free fitness classes each week and an extensive Health and Wellness program.

Two businesses were recognized as finalists for the 2019 Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona Best Place to Work: Health Information Management Systems and Rancho Sahuarita Management Company. Nominees were judged on their work environment and the morale of their employees. The Chamber judges found that both companies placed a high value on employee engagement and have a family-oriented and family-centric focus.

The company takes a similar approach to its team through advancement opportunities, work flexibility, and the support of a team in a family-oriented atmosphere, said Rancho Sahuarita CEO Jeremy Sharpe.

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“We believe that we won the award because at the heart of our company is family,” Sharpe said. “Our team members work hard and push themselves each day to meet objectives and goals, but can experience a flexibility and balance when life warrants the need. Those who work for the company are encouraged to get to know one another beyond the daily requirements of the job.”

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Employees are encouraged to participate in family activities, whether it’s taking care of loved ones or seeing their kids’ school plays or athletic events. “This has led to excellent employee retention, a high internal promotion rate, and a culture under which employees thrive,” Sharpe said. For the Nextrio Innovation Award, nominees were judged based on their creative use of innovative processes or products to pioneer change in their industry. The two finalists were Modern Studios and Snell & Wilmer. Modern Studios is a state-of-the-art production facility based in Southern Arizona. It offers studio and equipment rentals, as well as a full range of production and creative services. The 12,000-square-foot facility is designed to make Tucson a national and regional hub for video and audio production, innovative creative commercials and film production. “Being selected as a Copper Cactus recipient has helped showcase our facilities to the Tucson business community and spread the word that we have a full-service production studio here in Tucson,” said Eric Larsen, general manager at Modern Studios. Here is a look at other Copper Cactus winners from 2019: á Arizona Complete Health Workforce

Development: Nominees were judged on workforce training, advancing, promoting people from within; or providing special job-training or exploration opportunities for individuals with special needs. Finalists were JobPath, Inc. and Old Pueblo Community Services.

á CopperPoint Small Business Leader of the

Year: Nominees were judged on productivity in relation to sales, creativity and innovation in the workplace and their activity in the community. The winner was Barry Chasse of Chasse Building Team.

á Cox Business Growth: Nominees were judged

on their gross revenue, employee growth and compensation expenditure growth. Finalists were Hotsy Industrial Systems and Pain Institute of Southern Arizona.

á Tucson Electric Power Charitable Non-Profit

Business: Nominees were judged on their exceptional leadership, culture, innovation and growth. Finalists were Startup Tucson, The Hermitage No-Kill Cat Shelter & Sanctuary, IMPACT of Southern Arizona and Emerge Center Against Domestic Abuse.

“We’re always impressed with the entrepreneurial spirit, follow through and success business leaders have in our area,” Smith said. “It’s an honor for all of us at the Tucson Metro Chamber to recognize our region’s small businesses at the Copper Cactus Awards for the positive impact they make in our community.” w

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SEASONS OF TUCSON RECREATION C’mon get active

Explore the great outdoors by cycling, hiking, climbing, riding or skiing

If you are an outdoor enthusiast, Tucson is the place for you! It’s almost always warm enough to enjoy activities such as biking, hiking and bird watching. After all, the average temperature is about 71 degrees and it’s usually sunny and dry. You can also escape the heat at one of five nearby mountain ranges. In fact, one mountain within an hour of Tucson offers something you might not expect in Southern Arizona—downhill skiing during the winter! Here is a look at some of the most popular outdoor activities in the Tucson area.

CYCLING It’s no wonder Tucson is considered a top cycling destination. One of the most famous bike trails in the country is the Chuck Huckelberry Loop, which links the Rillito, Santa Cruz and Pantano River Parks with the Julian Wash and Harrison Road Greenways. The Loop runs 120 miles on paved pathways and bike lanes through Tucson, South Tucson, Pima County, Marana and Oro Valley. The Loop connects restaurants, hotels,

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Also consider the Arizona National Scenic Trail, which stretches 800 miles across Arizona from Mexico to Utah. You can travel through deserts, mountains, canyons, forests and communities on the trail, which crosses the area in the nearby Rincon Mountains, Rincon Valley, Redington Pass and the Santa Catalina Mountains.

parks, trails, shopping areas and sports and entertainment venues, and there are also dozens of public works of art along the route. For those who enjoy off-road biking, there are plenty of excellent trails nearby, including in nearby mountainous areas.

HIKING There are hundreds of trails, from easy to rugged, in the Tucson area. Some of the top local options include Saguaro National Park, Tucson Mountain Park and Roy P Drachman—Agua Caliente Regional Park. For example, there are more than 100 trails in the Tucson area at the moderate skill level that range from 0.7 to 59.4 miles and from 2,214 to 9,107 feet above sea level, according to AllTrails.com.

HORSEBACK RIDING Tucson has plenty of places for you to saddle up and enjoy a traditional Arizona activity. There are several private stables, some public ones and also opportunities at guest ranches and resorts. Beginners can get riding lessons for an enjoyable first time on the saddle, while more experienced riders might opt for longer group excursions. You’ll never forget experiencing the Sonoran Desert by horseback for a sunrise, sunset or moonlight ride.

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ROCK CLIMBING

view the night sky, including directions for using binoculars with sky charts and a 32-inch telescope that is the largest public observing telescope in the state.

You can get out and enjoy wildlife while climbing in one of the mountain ranges that surround Tucson. There are opportunities for climbers of every skill level.

á Kitt Peak National Observatory

The observatory offers a four-hour program that helps participants find constellations and view the sky through research-class telescopes.

Mt. Lemmon is a popular spot, with more than 2,700 climbing routes. It reaches more than 9,000 feet above the Sonoran Desert in the nearby Santa Catalina Mountains. You can also climb unaided up the boulders in the foothills that surround Tucson, which can provide training for novices or practice for more experienced climbers. At Rocks & Ropes and The BLOC, experts teach rock climbing techniques at these indoor climbing gyms.

BIRDWATCHING There are 45 birding sites in the Tucson area where people have viewed more than 350 species of birds. The sites are in nearby natural areas as well as in the city itself. There is a map available that was developed by the Tucson Audubon Society and Tucson Parks and Recreation. Birders are encouraged to track their sightings, especially rare ones.

ASTRONOMY Tucson has about 350 nights of sky viewing a year, so it’s no surprise Southern Arizona is considered by some to be the “astronomy capital of the world.” Some of the best places to check out the skies include: á University of Arizona

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DOWNHILL SKIING You can get your winter kicks at the Coronado National Forest, about a half-hour north of Tucson, where Mt. Lemmon Ski Valley—the southernmost ski resort in the country— offers 21 runs and three lifts. The ski area covers more than 200 acres and offers trails for every skill level. You can stay in nearby Summerhaven if you’d like to make a weekend of it.

CAVE EXPLORING Another possibly unexpected activity in the Tucson area is exploring caverns and caves. There are several in the Tucson area, including multiple ones at Colossal Cave Mountain Park near Vail and Kartchner Caverns State Park. w tucsonchamber.org

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EDUCATION Lifelong learning Lifelong learning is a passion in the Tucson area that is reflected in the adult education options for professionals and people who want to start in a new career, take special interest classes or participate in non-credit programs for older adults.

Tucson also has well-regarded public-school districts for K-12 throughout the region, as well as private and charter schools.

UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA The University of Arizona, which has about 35,000 undergraduate students enrolled on its 392-acre campus in Tucson, provides an extensive array of programs for lifelong learners: á The office of Continuing and Professional

Education offers more than 50 non-credit learning experiences that can help someone advance a career, change careers or improve employee performance. People from across Arizona and the world participate in these programs, which teach everything from

food safety and environmental science to project management and Microsoft Excel. For example, the top programs in 2019 included certifications for human resources, Spanish-English translation and paralegal, as well as coding and data analytics boot camps.

á The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at

the University of Arizona is an affiliate of the University of Arizona through its office of Continuing and Professional Education. The institute offers non-credit programs for adults over the age of 50 on four campuses that cover Greater Tucson and Southern Arizona. More than 1,400 Southern Arizona residents participate in the institute, which has classes created and led by members. Classes—which are also called study groups—cover a variety of topics. For example, recent class topics have included reducing consumerism, trekking in the Himalaya, gene editing, botany and extremism in modern political philosophy.

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á The College of Social and Behavioral Studies

Community Classroom connects residents with University of Arizona professors and community scholars. Options include full courses along with university students as well as cultural immersion experiences.

á The College of Humanities offers Humanities

Seminars, which could include sessions on music, literature, history and culture.

á The Arizona Science Lecture Series covers

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a variety of topics at events open to the public.

á Eller Executive Education offers programs for

companies and individuals, and its custom executive programs are ranked among the top in the country and in the world. The goal of the program is to explore the latest science in leadership development, modern business management theory and learning design to help organizations improve how they manage, lead and innovate. ›

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DISCOVER AMPHI: Excellence Amphitheater Public Schools is celebrating 125 years of excellence, dating back to 1893 when the District was founded in a five-room adobe schoolhouse and named after the five mountain ranges that surround the city of Tucson like a “beautiful natural amphitheater.” Today we have grown to 21 schools, nearly 14,000 students, and more than 2,000 employees. We offer a comprehensive and demanding curriculum aligned with current state standards and teach the skills students need for the future, including creativity, innovation, critical thinking, communication, and collaboration. We know that educating a child is not a one-size-fits-all undertaking. Our teachers and staff work with parents and students to ensure each child has opportunities to grow and excel in all subject areas, for example: • Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) education at all grade levels, from K-12 • Fine arts courses in art and music offered at all levels • Advanced courses such as Advanced Placement (AP), International Baccalaureate Programme (IB), and Cambridge Academy

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Career and work-based learning through Career and Technical Education (CTE) courses • Outstanding athletic programs and extracurricular activities • Preschool instruction to build a solid foundation for learning during ages 3-5 Our district is fortunate to enjoy wonderful support from the Tucson community. These connections are a critical role in supporting the work in the classroom and we have developed many partnerships and programs that enhance our academic offerings. We also offer a great working environment and have a legacy of strong Amphi traditions. We are proud of our dedicated support staff, teachers, and administrators that are committed to student learning and excellence in education. Most importantly, what sets our district apart is “The Amphi Family” – a climate and culture built, like any family, on collaboration, caring, and a child-centered environment. Explore Amphitheater Public Schools today!

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PIMA COMMUNITY COLLEGE

Classes could include:

Pima Community College’s services and programs are aligned to meet the needs of business. The college delivers an industrydriven, student-centered education to 42,000 students each year. The school’s students are diverse, as is its community. It is the school of choice for those striving to thrive economically in the rapidly transforming 21st-century workplace.

á Dance

Pima Community College is in the business of new ideas, which it shares and cultivates with its partners—nearly 400 businesses, schools and governmental entities, large and small. The college’s commitment is taking tangible shape in our Centers of Excellence—stateof-the-art facilities in which students will receive training created through hand-inhand collaboration with industry. The school’s Centers in Applied Technology, Health Professions, Information Technology and other areas will produce a workforce ready to excel. Pima Community College matches its services to the needs of its clients in order to fulfill its commitment to students and industry.

Services include: á Customized training á Short-term upskilling á Tuition reimbursement assistance á Internships and apprenticeships á Student job placement á Credit for prior learning á Sector partnerships á Certificate and degree program

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á Curriculum alignment á Wraparound support services

TUCSON PARKS AND RECREATION Tucson Parks and Recreation offers many activities for adults who want to learn a new skill or enjoy a longtime hobby. TUCSON METRO CHAMBER

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á Health and fitness, including yoga and

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á A variety of jewelry-making techniques

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á Language, including Italian and Spanish á Ceramics

The park district also provides three centers dedicated to programs and services to seniors: á Armory Park Center at 220 S. Fifth Ave.

has a full kitchen, dance hall and stage, computer lab, pool tables and a library.

á El Pueblo Activity Center and Senior

Center at 101 W. Irvington Rd. offers a social lounge area, kitchenette, pool table and computer lab.

á Carol West Senior Addition at the Morris

K. Udall Center on 7200 E. Tanque Verde Rd. has multipurpose rooms, computer adult learning center, a lounge with a TV and pool tables.

PUBLIC/PRIVATE/ CHARTER SCHOOLS

Catalina Foothills Unified cfsd16.org Flowing Wells Unified flowingwellsschools.org Marana Unified maranausd.org Pima County JTED pimajted.org Sahuarita Unified susd30.us Sunnyside Unified susd12.org Tanque Verde Unified tanqueverdeschools.org Tucson Unified tusd1.org

Pima County is home to more than 10 school districts, committed to educating the next generation of employees, business owners and citizens.

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The Tucson Unified School District is the largest school system in Southern Arizona, offering a well-rounded education to elementary, middle and high school students. Full-day kindergarten is offered at all K-8 schools. In addition to core classes, high schools offer instruction in agribusiness, automotive, business, communications, construction technology, culinary, engineering, health sciences and human services.

Universities/Colleges

There are also more than 100 public charter schools in Pima County, providing choice to families. For a faith-based education, many parents opt for a private school format for their children. There are nearly 100 private schools within the county. The Pima County Joint Technical Education District is a public high school, offering tuition-free CTE programs for 10th graders through age 22. Pima County Joint Technical Education District is all inclusive, allowing public, private, charter and home-school students to attend. Those working toward a GED can also participate. w

University of Arizona arizona.edu Arizona State University asu.edu Pima Community College pima.edu Brookline College brooklinecollege.edu/locations/tucson Carrington College carrington.edu Embry-Riddle Worldwide worldwide.erau.edu/locations/davis-monthan Park University park.edu Pima Medical Institute pmi.edu University of Advancing Technology uat.edu Wayland Baptist University wbu.edu/tucson

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Keep striving. Because everyone deserves a fresh start. Pima Community College serves the needs of all students in our wonderfully diverse region.

• Career changers • Working learners balancing jobs and education • Veterans, active-duty military and their dependents

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HEALTH CARE Top-notch treatment

Medical professionals put patients first

á Banner—University Medical Center South

The Tucson area is fortunate to have several health care providers that are highly respected for their quality of primary and specialty care.

provides comprehensive medical care and a variety of specialty services. In 2019, the hospital received an A grade from the Leapfrog Group, signifying that it consistently meets the highest safety standard protecting patients from errors, accidents, injuries and infections.

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á University of Arizona Cancer Center offers

Banner—University Medicine is a premier academic medical network comprised of several medical centers and many specialty clinics throughout Tucson. á Banner—University Medical Center Tucson

recently opened a $446 million tower that features 228 private rooms, 20 new operating rooms, new diagnostic imaging and cardiac catheterization labs, a new cafeteria and stunning views of Tucson and the Santa Catalina mountains. This hospital holds many designations including Comprehensive Stroke Center and Level I Trauma Center, the only designated centers in southern Arizona.

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multidisciplinary cancer specialists who treat many different types of cancer using advanced diagnostics and therapies tailored to a patient’s specific needs. Expertise includes medical oncology, surgical oncology, radiation oncology, medical imaging, pathology, nurse navigators, psychiatry, psychologists, nutritionists, social workers and genetic counselors.

á Diamond Children’s Medical Center provides

pediatric care for children, from newborns to teens. It is the only pediatric medical facility in Arizona connected to an academic research facility—the University of Arizona Steele Children’s Research Center.

á Banner—University Medicine North

provides access to specialty care within 208,000 square feet of clinic space in a three-floor, $100 million outpatient campus, with a laboratory on site.

TUCSON MEDICAL CENTER Tucson Medical Center (TMC), part of TMC HealthCare, has fulfilled the health needs of Tucson and Southern Arizona residents for more than 75 years. With 600 inpatient beds, a comprehensive stroke center, inpatient hospice facility and one of the busiest labor and delivery departments in the state, Tucson Medical Center is the market leader in Tucson. ›

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Southern Arizona’s Most Integrated Health Care System egr yst

Providing quality care with dignity and compassion 13395 N. Marana Main Street Marana, AZ 85653 (520) 682-4111 mhchealthcare.org

For more than 130 years, Carondelet Health Network has been recognized as a leader in healthcare across Southern Arizona through innovation, technological advancements and an award-winning level of compassionate care that reflect our strong heritage. The Carondelet Health Network has evolved into one of the region’s most integrated health care systems, covering Tucson, Green Valley and Nogales. Our comprehensive and extensive network is comprised of two

acute-care hospitals, one rural rura hospital, a Heart and Vascular Institute, a Neurological Institute, multiple medical specialty care centers, medical and specialty group locations, outpatient surgery centers and imaging centers. Every component, every employee, every location in our network stays true to our mission: to provide high quality health care that is reliable and accessible and to promote wellness of mind, body and spirit throughout the community.

For more information about the Carondelet Health Network, or to learn more about our comprehensive medical services, call 844-366-9806 or visit carondelet.org. Carondelet Health Network. One network. One specialty. You.

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model for community health centers and the health care industry. Patient care is provided by integrated health teams that offer a variety of services, including dental care. El Rio’s patient-focused health care teams include pediatricians, internists, OB/GYN, midwives, nurse practitioners, dentists, pharmacists, health coaches, behavioral health specialists, licensed clinical social workers and radiologists. El Rio is also a teaching health center, with medical and dental residency programs. It also works with downtown Tucson businesses for workforce health services through its HealthOn Tucson health centers in that area. TMC is Southern Arizona’s leading provider for emergency care and pediatric, with intensive care units for adults, children and newborns. Other specialty areas include women’s, maternity, cardiac care, orthopedic, neuroscience, hospice, surgical, vascular and geropsychiatric care.

CARONDELET HEALTH NETWORK The Carondelet Health Network, which is Southern Arizona’s oldest health care provider and only Catholic hospital system, is known for a variety of services including cardiac, orthopedic, neurological, women’s health and rehab care. There are multiple locations in the Tucson area, including St. Mary’s Hospital, the flagship hospital for the Carondelet system, and St. Joseph Hospital. Recently, St. Joseph added trauma services, allowing the hospital to provide care for life-threatening injuries around the clock. Also, stroke care provided at the Carondelet Neurological Institute at St. Joseph has been recognized by the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association’s Get With The Guidelines—Stroke Gold Plus Quality Achievement Award for the ninth consecutive year and Stroke Elite Plus distinction for the fifth consecutive year. Stroke care provided at Carondelet St. Mary’s Hospital was also recognized with a Gold Plus Award, as well as the Target: Stroke Honor Roll Elite Plus Award. St. Mary’s Hospital is the first in Arizona to offer a new, nonsurgical procedure to prepare kidney failure patients for dialysis treatment. The WavelinQ system uses radio frequency to create an arteriovenous fistula, an important step in creating an access point for dialysis treatment.

TMC was recently upgraded to include stateof-the-art surgical suites and patient care rooms. The hospital offers a wide range of outpatient services, both in the hospital and at nearby locations. TMC HealthCare also offers care at the expanded TMC Rincon Health Campus at 10350 E. Drexel, at South Houghton Road. The two-story, 44,000-square-foot complex includes primary care providers as well as radiology services. Other outpatient offerings include wellness and prevention programs, diagnosis and screenings, treatments and rehabilitation.

NORTHWEST HEALTHCARE Northwest Healthcare is an integrated health care network that provides high-quality health care—from primary care to cardiac care and surgical services—to the Tucson region. Northwest Healthcare includes Northwest Medical Center, Oro Valley Hospital and several other locations including emergency care, urgent care, outpatient centers and physician’s offices. w

EL RIO HEALTH El Rio Health serves more than 110,000 patients with 12 health centers in the Tucson area and is considered one of the most innovative non-profit health centers in the country. El Rio has served the Tucson community for 50 years and is a national

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TMC HealthCare has proudly served Southern Arizona for more than 75 years and continues to make care more accessible for everyone in our community.

TMC Emergency Department offers 24/7 emergency care. From chest pain to broken bones, stitches to warning signs of a stroke, TMC’s renowned staff is ready and waiting to help. Schedule your visit online at tmcaz.com/emergency.

Don’t need an emergency room? With multiple locations offering care from 8 a.m. – 8 p.m., 7 days a week, TMC Urgent Care is here for you! As part of the TMC HealthCare family, TMC Urgent Care is staffed with skilled clinical professionals in a safe and supportive environment. Learn more at tmcaz.com/urgentcare.

Need medical treatment now, but don’t really need to visit a care facility? With TMC Now, you can talk to a licensed medical doctor 24 hours a day, 7 days a week by web, phone, or mobile app. Visit tmcaz.com/tmcnow and download the app today!

The best way to access care is by establishing a relationship with a doctor you can trust. With same day appointments, TMCOne providers have medical privileges at TMC and convenient locations all over town. Go to tmcaz.com/tmcone for a list of TMCOne providers.

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DAY TRIPS FROM TUCSON Take a day trip TUCSON METRO CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

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More ways to explore! CAVES AND CAVERNS You can check out a couple of notable natural wonders within an hour of Tucson: á Colossal Cave Mountain Park, which is about a

half-hour southeast in Vail, includes hiking, biking, horseback riding and plenty of cave exploring for different skill levels.

á Kartchner Caverns State Park, about an hour

southeast in Benson, offers guided tours each day. There are plenty of hiking trails in the area, as well as opportunities to view wildlife.

WINE TRAILS á The Sonoita/Elgin Wine Trail is about an hour

southeast, in an area ideal for growing grapes that is a cool break from the usual intense heat in other areas of the state. There are plenty of opportunities to explore the wilderness while hiking or biking as well.

á The Willcox Wine Country is about an hour and a half

east and features many tasting rooms and multiple festivals throughout the year.

Travel to mines, orchards, a ballpark, a beach or celebrate Christmas year-round in nearby towns Tucson has plenty to offer, but sometimes a day trip out of town is just what you need to shake things up a bit. Whether you want to pick your own peaches and apples, check out an art show in one of the coolest small towns in the country or visit the ocean in Mexico, there are plenty of quick escapes near Tucson.

BISBEE When a small town has one of the country’s oldest ballparks, a vibrant arts and culture community and an area notoriously known as Brewery Gulch, you know it’s worth a look. Bisbee was once the largest community between St. Louis and San Francisco for one main reason—mining. Copper ore was discovered in the Mule Mountains in 1877 and the area eventually produced nearly 3 million ounces of gold, 8 billion pounds of copper and some silver, lead and zinc. Today, the town 95 miles southeast from Tucson recognizes its one-time status as one of the richest mineral sites in the world while showcasing its creative community,

entertainment and dining options and natural beauty. Each year, the town welcomes visitors for the Bisbee Pride Festival and Bisbee 1000, along with the monthly Bisbee After Five artwalk and weekly farmers market. You can enjoy plenty of coffee shops, cafes, restaurants and saloons, including ones that retain their historical character. There are also plenty of shops and galleries to browse.

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Your day will fly by when you visit this one-of-a-kind destination that has a strong arts community and rich history, just 45 miles south of Tucson.

If you want to take a day to pick fruit and enjoy some fresh homemade treats, travel about an hour and a half east on Interstate 10 to Willcox, where Apple Annie’s Orchard is a must-visit stop.

Tubac features more than 100 shops and world-glass galleries on streets that are populated with comfortable bed and breakfasts, and locally owned restaurants and bars. Check out the sculpture, photography and ceramics and shop the crafts, antiques and regional fashion.

The elevation of the Sulphur Springs Valley makes it ideal for this family farming operation to grow fruits and vegetables, including pumpkins, sweet corn, melons and many vegetables.

The event highlight is the Tubac Festival of the Arts, the longest running arts festival in Southern Arizona that takes place each February. There are associated events and special meals all around town during the event. Other highlights include the Art Walk in March, Anza Days in October and Art Experience in November.

The pick-your-own season for apples, peaches and pears begins in July—look to Apple Annie’s Orchard’s social media for daily updates or call ahead to (520) 3822084. During harvest season you can also purchase already picked produce. In the fall there is a Fall Pumpkin Celebration, a pumpkin patch and a 20-acre corn maze.

Tubac was established as a Spanish Presidio in 1752, and you can check out local artists’ studios near what used to be the parade grounds. Also, take in the town’s history at the Tubac Presidio State Historic Park in Old Town.

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PRESCOTT If you enjoy four seasons—especially the Christmas season—Prescott is your kind of getaway.

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CORONADO NATIONAL FOREST Just southeast of Tucson, the national forest includes one of the desert’s biggest attractions—Sabino Canyon. You can explore this natural desert oasis, which is home to breathtaking landscapes and abundant wildlife. See alligators, zebras, bears, lions, giraffes, a variety of birds, tigers and many other species at the Reid Park Zoo. Aside from its animals, the zoo hosts many events year-round, such as Brew at the Zoo, Summer Safari Friday Nights and Little Critters Workshop and Zoo Lights.

PUERTO PEÑASCO, MEXICO In less than a four-hour drive from Tucson, you can hit the beach on the Sea of Cortez in the California Gulf in Mexico. Puerto Peñasco, AKA Rocky Point, is a small fishing village that has become a vacation destination with white sandy beaches, seafood markets and quiet streets. The town, which is sometimes called “Arizona’s Beach” because of how close it is to the state, also includes nature parks and upscale resorts. Mexican auto insurance is required and it’s always smart to go with some pesos although most major credit cards are accepted at the resorts and restaurants. w

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Ranked “Best-in-State” Two Years in a Row

Forbes has once again ranked Hughes among the best-in-state credit unions in Arizona for a second consecutive year. As a full-service financial institution, we have been committed to making a positive difference in our community for more than 65 years. We offer a complete range of personal banking products and services such as checking and savings accounts, loans, and investments. It is of no surprise that Hughes has become one of Arizona’s preferred credit unions.

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