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  1. The Parish

    Steve Dunn, one of three owners at The Parish, fills up a glass for a customer. The Parish serves southern food and offers a variety of beers and cocktails.

  2. Sara Brown

    Sara Brown, a senior tennis player at Ironwood Ridge High School, recently won the Division II singles state title. Brown will be attending Boise State University in the fall on a full-ride athletic scholarship in tennis.

  3. Tanner Custom Leather

    Adam Tanner, owner of Tanner Custom Leather, works on a customized western saddle for a customer.

  4. article Pusch Ridge senior competes on national stage in Indianapolis

    Wednesday, May 1, 2013 4:00 am

    After finishing first in Southern Arizona for the American Legion oratorical contest, Pusch Ridge senior Alex Kate Halvey moved on to the national competition in Indianapolis where she competed for the first place scholarship prize of $18,000.

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  5. article The Joint works to offer affordable chiropractic care

    Wednesday, May 1, 2013 4:00 am

    A nationwide franchise offering chiropractic care, The Joint has more than 375 clinics throughout the U.S., and recently opened another in Northwest Tucson.

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  6. article Ironwood Ridge Drama Club raises $2,700 in student-run play

    Wednesday, May 1, 2013 4:00 am

    Due to the anticipation of the movie coming out on May 10, the Ironwood Ridge High School drama students took it upon themselves to put on a student-run play of “The Great Gatsby”.

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  7. article Canyon Del Oro's West heads to Pima to play basketball

    Wednesday, May 1, 2013 4:00 am

    Give Brittany West any breathing room behind the arc and you will regret it. A senior guard on the Canyon Del Oro High School girls’ basketball team, West tied the Arizona state record and broke the school’s record for most three-point shots made in a game.

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  8. Alex Kate Halvey

    Pusch Ridge senior, Alex Kate Halvey, placed first in Southern Arizona for the American Legion oratorical contest.

  9. The Joint

    Dr. Judson S. Lee is a chiropractor at The Joint, which opened a couple months ago on North Oracle Road. The Joint is part of a nationwide franchise and is the only one in Tucson.

  10. Brittany West

    Senior Brittany West, broke the CDO school record for most three-point shots made in a game. West sunk nine three-point shots to pass the original school record of six.

  11. Melody McLaughlin

    Melody McLaughlin, a senior at Mountain View High School, recently signed to play for the Pima Community College women’s basketball team.

  12. TOPS

    Katherine Healam holds her baby girl, Amethyst, who is 2 months old.  Healam is 18 years old and is thankful for how the center has helped educate and support her.

  13. TOPS

    Isabella Shalvay, who is 20 years old, holds her 9-month-old son Xavier, at the Teen Outreach Pregnancy center. Shalvay is pregnant with her third son and enjoys going to support groups at the center.

  14. TOPS

    Young parents find support and education through Teen Outreach Pregnancy Services program.

  15. TOPS

    Isabella Shalvay, who is 20 years old, holds her 9-month-old son Xavier, at the Teen Outreach Pregnancy center. Shalvay is pregnant with her third son and enjoys going to support groups at the center.

  16. Oro Valley Eye Care

    Dr. Robert Mitchell of Oro Valley Eye Care.

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  18. Gabby Courtney

    Gabby Courtney is a senior tennis player on the Pusch Ridge Christian Academy team. Courtney has embraced her current role as a senior leader on the team by encouraging her teammates and with her hard work ethic.

  19. Pools By Design

    A pool by Pools By Design, a company that has been open since 2009.  Pools By Design puts together a concept plan for a pool and backyard design for a home.

  20. Pools By Design

    The company prides themselves in being hands on with the customers and ultimately providing them with a beautiful pool and landscape.

  21. MHS Track

    Crystal Padilla takes her shot at the long jump at Marana High School's track meet against Sabino and Cienega High School.

  22. MHS Track

    Sydney Madrid, a junior on the Marana High School track team flies over the high jump. Madrid won the event with a final jump height of 4'8.

  23. MHS Track

    Rhianna Bourguet runs in the 1600 meter race.

  24. MHS Track

    Derrick Velasquez jumps into the sand pit in the long jump.

  25. MHS Track

    Garrett Turnbull flies over the bar at the pole vaulting event.

  26. MHS Volleyball

    Senior captains on the Marana High School boys volleyball team, Jeff Carranza (left) and Evan Boyack (right), lead their team with a current 6-3 record. Carranza leads the team with his consistent setting and vocal leadership while Boyack makes his presence known through his hard work and outside hits.

  27. MHS Track

    Sydney Madrid begins her leap over hurdle in the 300 meter hurdle race. Madrid ended up easily winning the event.

  28. MHS Track

    Sydney Madrid, a junior on the Marana High School track team flies over the high jump. Madrid won the event.

  29. Ebay Trading Assistants

    Judy and Richie Ravner own eBay Trading Assistants, which they started more than seven years ago. The Ravners sell items for their clients on eBay and try to get them the price that they want for it.

  30. Planet Fitness

    The philosophy of Planet Fitness is to have a place where members can be comfortable and workout without feeling judged. Planet Fitness in Oro Valley opened on Feb. 2.

  31. Planet Fitness

    Scott Beatty work outs in the 30-minute workout area at the new Planet Fitness in Oro Valley.  This is the second Planet Fitness to open in Tucson.

  32. Tucson Smiles

    Laila Hishaw, left, and Priya Y. Abramian, right, are the owners of Tucson Smiles Pediatric Dentistry.  There are three offices, all of which provide services to children and teens ages one to 18.

  33. Andrea Blattberg

    Senior Placement Advisor Andrea Blattberg works to help seniors find living quarters that meets their needs.

  34. Body Basics

    Personal Trainer Mike Haas pushes back on Stephanie Henderson’s leg to stretch it. Body Basics offers one-on-one and small group instruction and help.

  35. Oro Valley Audiology

    Oro Valley and Tanque Verde Audiology treats hearing loss for all ages. Their most common service is aural rehabilitation which focuses on communication strategies and involving the brain to help someone hear better.

  36. Hardin Brothers Automotive

    Hardin Brothers Automotive has provided automotive and repair services to customers in Catalina for almost 13 years. It offers services on all types of cars and light trucks.

  37. Hannah Pearson

    Hannah Pearson is turning heads at 4 years old, winning a world-wide competition, and now training for a contest in July.

  38. Hannah Johnson

    Hannah Johnson

  39. Vicheara Houn

    In her book, “Bamboo Promise”, Vicheara Houn outlines the Cambodian culture

  40. Kathy Bullerman

    Kathy Bullerman prepares one of her many meals that she cooks for her clients.

  41. Solana

    The inside of Solana Outdoor Living makes customers feel like they are outside.  The store is planned to open in 2 weeks.

  42. article Mountain View cheerleaders recount London experience

    Wednesday, January 30, 2013 4:00 am

    London isn’t exactly the first place most high schoolers would spend their Christmas break, but for cheerleading seniors Tiana McNeely and Caroline Balsino that’s exactly what they did.

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  43. article 5 Palms Fish and Steakhouse set to open in late February

    Wednesday, January 30, 2013 4:00 am

    Having opened 15 restaurants in Mexico, Syrian-French owner Nino Aidi is bringing his business to the United States with his new steak and seafood restaurant: 5 Palms.

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  44. Mountain View Girls Soccer

    Sophomore Victoria Cooper from Ironwood Ridge High School sends the ball down the field during last week’s loss to Mountain View.

  45. Mountain View Cheerleading

    Mountain View High School seniors Tiana McNeely and Caroline Balsino were selected as “All-Americans” for the Universal Cheerleading  Association, earning the honor to participate in the London New Year’s Day Parade.

  46. 83-year old

    After attempting to retire three times, 83-year-old Oro Valley resident  Jim Rosel hopes a love of airplanes will keep him from going back to work this time.

  47. Northwest Desert Classic Tournament

    Senior guard Gabrielle Courtney passes the ball into sophomore Olivia Christian against the Ironwood Ridge High School full court press. The Pusch Ridge lions lost to IRHS 31 to 40 in the Northwest Desert Classic Tournament on Dec. 29.

  48. Northwest Desert Classic Tournament

    Senior guard Alysa Johnson dribbles as she sets up the offense for the Ironwood Ridge High School girl’s team. IRHS played Pusch Ridge Christian Academy on Dec. 29 in the Northwest Desert Classic Tournament.

  49. Northwest Desert Classic Tournament

    Ironwood Ridge Senior Meaghan Coffield drives from the baseline to the hoop against Pusch Ridge Christian Academy. This is the sixth year PRCA has hosted the Northwest Desert Classic Tournament.

  50. Elks Lodge helps start off christmas right

    Santa Claus and Mrs. Clause give a young girl a gift and take a picture with her.

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