Public Parks

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Several memorials in the region preserve pieces of the World Trade Center, offering a physical connection to the tragedy, 25 years later.

The Cushing Street Skate Park has officially started construction after many economic and infrastructural setbacks.

The Grand Canyon's North Rim reopened in mid-May after last year's massive Dragon Bravo fire destroyed many cherished places.

The Barrio Nopal splash pad was next in line to receive a camera before a vandal damaged the button that releases water.

Tucson mayor and council vote to keep Udall Park pickleball courts free.

Local pickleball players are pushing back on a proposal from Tucson City Parks and Recreation to charge players at Udall Park.

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An audiovisual story: Tucson organizations, elected officials and community members gathered to celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. with advocacy, step dancing and fried catfish.

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Danny Lopez spent over 30 years teaching the Tohono O'odham Nation's traditional way of life to its people and surrounding community.

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