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The Town of Oro Valley is accepting applications from local citizens who are interested in serving on the Historic Preservation Commission. To serve on a board or commission, members must be residents of the Town, be available to attend the designated meetings and be committed to the completion of the Town's Community Academy within their term.

It was a packed room at the Sun City Social Hall on Tuesday when Oro Valley Police Chief Daniel Sharp discussed community policing – a sign the residents of Oro Valley are not only interested in the topic, but already implementing it.

Governor Jan Brewer today announced the appointment of Edward “Pat” Madden to the Arizona Game and Fish Commission. Mr. Madden has been appointed for a five-year term, effective January 21, 2013.

The Marana Police Department is proud to announce its upcoming Citizens Police Academy starting Wednesday, January 23rd.

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Final concert of this summer’s bluegrass series is Sept. 8

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Town of OV seeks input on overlay district

The Marana Police Department is bringing back its Citizens Police Academy this fall.

Volunteers needed to help scientists study storms

Sun City blood drive coming

Pima County to open Veteran’s workforce center

Last week, four area high school students were recognized by the Oro Valley Optimist Club, receiving the Student of the Year award.

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On March 29, the Catalina Mountain Elks Lodge #2815 presented Community service awards to area residents.

Canadians Luba and Chris Miffly are scientists for a day. Leaning over one of 40 identical miniature houses, Luba aims an infrared thermometer at the base of a small, pink-flowering fairy duster on the roof.

Last week, the Oro Valley Police Department congratulated almost 30 people for completing its citizen’s academy.

Guns, ammo, flash bangs and less-lethal projectiles were all used during the Pima Regional SWAT Team demonstration put on by some of its Oro Valley Police Department members.

The Town of Oro Valley is accepting applications from residents interested in serving on a board or commission. Appointments start on Jan. 1.