Anne Simmons

Tucson

Digital Content Producer at KGUN-TV (Tucson, AZ)

Digital Content Producer at KWBA-TV (Tucson, AZ)

Anne Simmons is a born and raised Tucsonan who spent a few years in San Francisco behind a camera.

Articles

Tucson community remembers Bill Walton

May 27, 2024 | kgun9.com | Anne Simmons

TUCSON, Ariz. (KGUN) — If you've watched an Arizona Basketball broadcast in the last 12 years, you know Bill Walton: The sing-speak timbre of his booming voice extolling the 'Conference of Champions' has been part of the Wilcats' courtside soundtrack on the now-sunsetting Pac-12 Network since its launch in 2012. Some Arizona fans loved his untameable style, while others often would take to social media during a game to air grievances about his unrelated-to-basketball colorful commentary.
Tucson community remembers Bill Walton

May 27, 2024 | kgun9.com | Anne Simmons

TUCSON, Ariz. (KGUN) — If you've watched an Arizona Basketball broadcast in the last 12 years, you know Bill Walton: The sing-speak timbre of his booming voice extolling the 'Conference of Champions' has been part of the Wilcats' courtside soundtrack on the now-sunsetting Pac-12 Network since its launch in 2012. Some Arizona fans loved his untameable style, while others often would take to social media during a game to air grievances about his unrelated-to-basketball colorful commentary.
Grab your cherry basket: Pick-your-own-fruit season begins at Apple Annie's in Willcox

May 27, 2024 | kgun9.com | Anne Simmons

WILLCOX, Ariz. (KGUN) — If your fruit basket is looking a little lonely these days, don't worry—Apple Annie's Orchard has announced the opening of its cherry picking season Monday, May 27. According to a social media post, the Orchard at 2081 W. Hardy Road in Willcox now has Royal Rainier cherries ripe for the picking. It's the only you-pick cherry orchard in the state, says the website. Apple Annie's expects its cherry picking season to last about two weeks.
Wildcats to host opening round of NCAA postseason baseball at Hi Corbett

May 27, 2024 | kgun9.com | Anne Simmons |Jason Barr |Erin Patterson

TUCSON, Ariz. (KGUN) — The NCAA Baseball Regionals are coming to Tucson this weekend. With the final season of Pac-12 baseball now behind them, the undisputed conference champions will play host to the first round of NCAA postseason play, with the Dallas Baptist Patriots, West Virginia Mountaineers, and Grand Canyon Antelopes all seeded alongside the Wildcats in the Tucson Regional. Regional play begins Friday, May 31 with West Virginia playing Dallas Baptist in Game 1 at noon.
Town Hall on UArizona presidential search open to public Wednesday, May 1

May 1, 2024 | kgun9.com | Anne Simmons

TUCSON, Ariz. (KGUN) — As the search for a new University of Arizona president continues, the Arizona Board of Regents will hold an open-forum town hall on campus Wednesday, May 1 from 4:45 p.m. - 6:15 p.m.Students, faculty and staff, as well as the general public, are invited to attend to address the Presidential Search Advisory Committee with feedback about the search process, and their expectations.
Happening this weekend: Friends of the Pima County Public Library book sale

Apr 26, 2024 | kgun9.com | Anne Simmons

TUCSON, Ariz. (KGUN) — If you love reading, combing through well-curated book shelves and spending money for a good cause, you'll want to clear your calendar this weekend for the Friends of the Pima County Public Library's monthly book sale. Find your new favorite books, curated by the nonprofit's dedicated volunteers. You may even find an unexpected treasure. The best part? Proceeds from the sale benefit programs at our local county libraries.
Gov. Hobbs on ABOR, UA leadership: Oversight failure, financial cluelessness, conflicting stories

Feb 26, 2024 | kgun9.com | Anne Simmons

TUCSON, Ariz. (KGUN) — As the University of Arizona and the Arizona Board of Regents (ABOR) continue to sort through the UA's $177 million deficit, the governor is demanding an in-person meeting with ABOR and university President Dr. Robert Robbins.
Contract extension for Tommy Lloyd through 2029

Feb 19, 2024 | kgun9.com | Anne Simmons

TUCSON, Ariz. (KGUN) — University of Arizona men's basketball head coach Tommy Lloyd has agreed to a five-year contract extension with the UA, adding five years to his tenure as a Wildcat, according to a press release. Lloyd's five-year extension will include total compensation of $5.25 million in the first year with an escalation to $6 million by 2029, secured through donor funds—landing Lloyd's salary among the top 10 highest paid NCAA basketball coaches.
Miracle En El Barrio ready to hand out thousands of toys on Southside Friday

Dec 21, 2023 | kgun9.com | Anne Simmons

TUCSON, Ariz. (KGUN) — Come rain or shine Friday morning, Dec. 22, Santa and his helpers from Miracle En El Barrio will be handing out thousands of toys to kids and young teens on Tucson's Southside for their 21st annual Toy Giveaway Party. This year's toy drive success is thanks in part to you, the KGUN 9 viewers, who helped make 2023 into a record year for Miracle En El Barrio's toy and monetary donations, according to co-founder Steve Nunez.
Winter Solstice remembrance: Honoring lives lost in Pauper's Field in Tucson

Dec 20, 2023 | kgun9.com | Tina Giuliano |Anne Simmons

TUCSON, Ariz. (KGUN) — The Primavera Foundation will honor National Homeless Persons' Memorial Day on Thursday, Dec 21st at Paupers’ Field at Evergreen Cemetery, 3015 N. Oracle Road, at 4 p.m. The foundation and other community members will gather to remember those who died without a home with musical reflections, prayers and a reading of names. "Last year there were 227 overall homeless individuals who perished in the streets," Tisha Tallman, CEO of Primavera Foundation, said.