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  1. article PCC names Lambert new Chancellor

    Friday, May 17, 2013 3:36 pm

    Veteran community college leader Lee D. Lambert today was named chancellor of Pima Community College.

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  2. article Backyard oasis planning made easy

    Thursday, May 16, 2013 10:00 pm

    (BPT) - Hooray for a holiday. You’ve got the day off, you’ve sent out the backyard barbecue invite and all your nearest and dearest are coming over to eat, drink and be merry.

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  3. article Marana to host blood drive

    Wednesday, May 15, 2013 11:42 am

    The American Red Cross and Town of Marana are hosting a blood drive June 18 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Marana Municipal Complex (11555 W. Civic Center Drive).

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  4. article Add fresh grapes for great summer dishes

    Tuesday, May 14, 2013 10:00 pm

    (BPT) - Grapes from California are in abundant supply throughout the summer, which is welcome news for those seeking a healthy, refreshing snack. They’re also a boon to the home cook: grapes provide bright color, a sweet-tart flavor and a refreshing burst of juice to warm-weather dishes.

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  5. article Quick tips for getting the most out of your smartphone camera

    Tuesday, May 14, 2013 10:00 pm

    (BPT) - Today, the majority of adults have a mobile phone, and we’re using it for far more things than simply making phone calls. According to a 2012 report from The Pew Research Center's Internet & American Life Project, of the 85 percent of American adults who own a cellphone, 85 percent use their cellphones to take photos.

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  6. article How to Help New High School Grads Transition into Adulthood

    Sunday, May 12, 2013 10:00 pm

    (StatePoint) Transitioning from high school to the next life stage can be a time of excitement for young people, but it can also be a time filled with uncertainty.

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  7. pdf Saturday Crossword 5-11-13

    Saturday, May 11, 2013 12:00 am

  8. article Albuquerque bounces back, beats Padres 8-7

    Friday, May 10, 2013 8:40 am

    Tucson Padres Game Summary

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  9. article Healthy summer skin: tips for every age

    Thursday, May 9, 2013 10:00 pm

    (BPT) - As people show more skin with the summer season, it is important to get into a skincare routine that fits your lifestyle. Extended time in the sun can result in unwanted wrinkles, blemishes and sagging skin, not to mention more serious consequences – melanomas, scarring and skin cancer.

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  10. article Trim Down Calories While Kicking Up Flavor

    Thursday, May 9, 2013 4:44 am

    (NAPSI)As summer approaches, many of us are looking to find healthy ways to cut calories from our daily diet without sacrificing flavor. Asian-inspired salads are a great choice for lunch or dinner since they are highly flavorful, versatile and packed with nutrients. With all these attractive qualities, youll find yourself indulging in guilt-free freshness all summer long!

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  11. article Sound Advice For Disaster Preparation

    Thursday, May 9, 2013 4:44 am

    (NAPSI)—If you’ve ever thought about taking steps to prepare for a possible disaster, you’re not alone. Nationally, some 8 million Americans are doing some “prepping” to protect their families in case something bad comes their way.

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  12. article Early Detection Of Breast Cancer: Something To Really Like

    Thursday, May 9, 2013 4:44 am

    (NAPSI)We all reflect on how the women in our lives are so important to us and our families. FUJIFILM Medical Systems U.S.A., Inc. and the National Breast Cancer Foundation are working together to raise awareness and encourage all women to understand the importance of early detection of breast cancer. The partnership recently launched Images of Health, a campaign designed to provide educational resources and support for breast cancer patients, survivors and their loved ones.

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  13. article Soup Up Your Yard With Homegrown Superfruits

    Thursday, May 9, 2013 4:44 am

    (NAPSI)—Superfruits—fruits that are exceptionally rich in vitamins and antioxidants—are popular ingredients in a variety of healthy foods.

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  14. article Finding strength after big loss, Marana widow becomes car savvy

    Wednesday, May 8, 2013 4:00 am

    Marana resident Beverly Hall needed no reminder that David, her husband of 34 years, had passed away two weeks prior.

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  15. article Five tips for lighter, brighter summer eating

    Tuesday, May 7, 2013 10:00 pm

    (BPT) - Simple, fresh and delicious – that’s summertime eating at its best. Less time in the kitchen means more time to enjoy the bright delicious flavors of just-picked berries, peaches, greens and other vegetables.

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  16. article Creative Ideas for Dad This Father's Day Using Watermelon

    Tuesday, May 7, 2013 11:13 am

    (NewsUSA) - This Father's Day, prepare some ideas for Dad that are creatively sweet.

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  17. article Address your skin's needs through a holistic approach to facial skincare

    Sunday, May 5, 2013 10:00 pm

    (BPT) - Many women cite a number of external factors that can trigger sensitive skin flare-ups, including harsh ingredients, weather and makeup. What they may not know is that lifestyle choices can also influence the health and appearance of their skin.

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  18. article How to Prepare Fast, Inexpensive Family Meals

    Sunday, May 5, 2013 10:00 pm

    (StatePoint) There are unlimited excuses you can make to skip cooking. But if lack of time or money is the reason you’re getting take-out yet again, consider this -- plenty of fresh, inventive meals can be prepared quickly and on a budget.

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  19. article What's Up UA? - UApresents 2013-2014 Season Announced

    Saturday, May 4, 2013 3:08 pm

    Several themes are evident in the newly announced UApresents 2013-2014 season, with more shows being offered in the Tucson community and many presentations geared toward young adults and families.

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  20. pdf Saturday Crossword 5-4-13

    Saturday, May 4, 2013 12:00 am

  21. article The Powerful Role Fashion Plays In Self-Expression

    Thursday, May 2, 2013 4:44 am

    (NAPSI)—Before you head out to shop this season’s trends, perhaps it’s worth considering how fashion makes you feel and what different fashion pieces can say about you. Sometimes, fashion speaks louder than words.

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  22. article Healthy Summer Survival Guide

    Thursday, May 2, 2013 4:44 am

    (NAPSI)The warmer months mean social gatherings, travel and an active outdoor lifestyle. Ensure that you take the appropriate steps to stay safe and healthy this summer so you can have fun with confidence.

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  23. article Tips to navigate the real estate landscape and find the perfect home

    Tuesday, April 30, 2013 10:00 pm

    (BPT) - For most Americans your home is the biggest ticket item you will ever purchase. It’s no wonder that people can take months, and sometimes even years, to find the perfect home. When you walk into a house that’s on the market, many times the homeowner or real estate agent has “staged” it to ensure that you focus on the home’s greatest assets and overlook its flaws. Your job is to look past all that to see if this house is right for you.

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  24. article What's Up UA? - UA Researchers Solve Mystery of Lincoln's Funeral Train

    Saturday, April 27, 2013 6:23 pm

    A trove of information exists about Abraham Lincoln's funeral, which drew millions of mourners during a two-week railway procession across the Northern states.

    But until now, the precise color of the president's railcar had been lost to history.

    With the 2015 sesquicentennial of Lincoln's death approaching, interest in it is rising, and with new tools, researchers at the University of Arizona have turned their attention to one of the last remaining mysteries about what was "perhaps the largest traditional funeral in American history," says Wayne Wesolowski.

    Wesolowski, a chemist and model train maker, was director of the Lincoln Train Project at Benedictine University near Chicago for 10 years. In 1995, he completed a years-long project of building a scale model of Lincoln's car, the locomotive and hearse and horses, all together measuring nearly 15 feet in length.

    After 30 years as a chemistry professor at Benedictine, Wesolowski retired to Tucson, and continues to teach as a chemistry lecturer at the UA.

    A Chicago group known as the Lincoln Funeral Car Project approached Wesolowski to consult on their efforts to build a full-size version of Lincoln's funeral car, intending to trace as closely as possible the funeral route for the 150th anniversary. An obvious question: what color to paint the new replica?

    However, no color photographs, no color lithographs and no contemporary color paintings exist of Lincoln's private car, named "The United States." Newspaper accounts from the time describe the color as both "rich chocolate brown" and "claret red." But "chocolate" in 1865 was strictly a drink, very different from the milk chocolate we know today, so the two descriptions are compatible.

    The car burned in a fire in 1911, having been sold at auction to Union Pacific after the funeral and passing through several private hands afterward. Just one artifact of exterior wood survived, and after years of searching, Wesolowski acquired a pencil sized piece of trim.

    Using three separate labs at the UA – inchemistry/biochemistry (Brook Beam, Keck Imaging Center), art (Karen Zimmermann, Jack Sinclair Letterpress Studio) and the Arizona State Museum – Wesolowski set about investigating for the true color.

    And with the help of Nancy Odegaard, conservator and head of the preservation division, comparing layers of microscopic paint chips from the original car to national color standards, Wesolowski at last found the true original color, which he describes as a dark maroon, darker, but not too far off of what he'd painted his model.

    The effort at historical exactness reflects on how deeply the country mourned Lincoln's death. In early 1865, the United States Military Railroad delivered Lincoln a private railroad car for presidential use. But Lincoln never used the car alive. His presidential funeral procession left Washington on April 21, 1865, closely retracing the route Lincoln traveled as president-elect in 1861, bypassing cities with a large number of Southern sympathizers.

    "It was a procession of mourning and without TV or radio, the only way to participate was to leave the farm, close the store and come trackside," Wesolowski says. "Just being there was so important. It was a colossal event."

    Millions of Americans – an estimated one-third of the Northern population – came in person to see the funeral. In New York and Chicago, the crowds topped a half-million. In the countryside, people lined the tracks just to glimpse the train as it passed, similar to the Robert Kennedy funeral train.

    "It was a political event. It was a social event. It was a catharsis. The man who said in victory, 'Malice toward none,' was dead," Wesolowski says. "There is now a chance to re-create a little of that history."

     

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  25. article Rep. Ron Barber's office recovers more than $4 million for Southern Arizona

    Friday, April 26, 2013 8:29 am

    During the first 100 days of Rep. Barber’s first full term in office, he and his constituent services team recovered more than $4 million for Southern Arizonans who have sought assistance from his office.

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