Madison Thomas

Tucson

Reporter at KGUN-TV (Tucson, AZ)

Reporter at KWBA-TV (Tucson, AZ)

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Articles

Getting storm ready: Marana prepares for what monsoon may bring

1 week ago | kgun9.com | Madison Thomas

MARANA, Ariz. (KGUN) — A monsoon storm last year turned Marana into what the town’s Street Superintendent described as a ‘tree-pocalypse’ – town and fire officials are now preparing for whatever this year’s monsoon may bring. “It’s all kind of up to Mother Nature, we gotta learn how to roll with the punches, so to say, learn with the rain,” said Marana's Street Superintendent, Daniel Silva. Learning with the rain is also what Northwest Fire District is doing.
A travel destination in the making: Marana town council approves 10-year tourism master plan

1 week ago | kgun9.com | Madison Thomas

MARANA, Ariz. (KGUN) — Increasing and shaping tourism over the next decade is going to be a goal the Town of Marana works towards after the town council approved a 10-year tourism master plan at the most recent meeting. Stefanie Boe, Tourism and Marketing Manager for Discover Marana, and her team spent over a year developing the decade-long guide.
Dogs invited to make a splash this weekend in Marana

1 week ago | kgun9.com | Madison Thomas

MARANA, Ariz. (KGUN) — With triple-digit heat here to stay, people are looking for ways to stay cool while still having fun, and an event this weekend offers that to our four-legged friends. Locally-owned Marana pet store, Pawsitive Vibes and dog treat company, C and E Dog Biscuits, are partnering to host ‘Splash n Play’ on Sunday, June 22. It will take place at 8591 N Silverbell Road in Marana from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.There will be pools, sprinklers and dog-safe bubble machines for dogs to enjoy.
Marana power outage affects thousands of Trico customers; local business tries to save inventory

1 week ago | kgun9.com | Madison Thomas

MARANA, Ariz. (KGUN) — Power was out, freezers were off and a local Marana business was left worried about their inventory after just reopening this past week. After taking a several-year break from running their ice cream truck, Sweet Sensations and Ice Cream, Corinne Kushel and her daughter Jamie Steiner had recently gotten it up and running again. They were two of about 7,000 impacted by a Trico power outage in Marana just after 4 p.m. on Tuesday.
Extreme heat warning continues through Monday evening

1 week ago | kgun9.com | Madison Thomas

TUCSON, Ariz. (KGUN) — If you’re waiting for a Monsoon storm, the wait will have to continue. Southeastern Arizona will continue to experience dry and hot conditions into next week. An extreme heat warning is in effect for much of the region until 8 p.m. on Monday. On Sunday, highs throughout Southern Arizona will be in the triple digits. The Tucson area could see high temperatures as high as 112.
'Paint Night in the Park' this Friday in Marana

2 weeks ago | kgun9.com | Madison Thomas

MARANA, Ariz. (KGUN) — Whether you’re a skilled artist or have no artistic experience, if you are 18 or older, you are invited to participate in a ‘Paint Night in the Park’ event hosted by Town of Marana Parks and Recreation on Friday, June 13. This month’s paint night will take place at the Community Center at Ora Mae Harn District Park, 13250 N. Lon Adams Rd., from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.. The class is led by an instructor and all the supplies needed are included with registration.
Marana PD hosts free program centered around teaching life skills to teens

2 weeks ago | kgun9.com | Madison Thomas

MARANA, Ariz. (KGUN) — Sometimes skills like budgeting aren’t always taught in the classroom, which is why the Marana Police Department launched a free program for incoming high school juniors and seniors that teaches some essential life skills. The ‘LaunchPad’ program is a week-long program, which started Monday, June 9, and runs through Friday. Sixteen-year-old Bella Ruich is one of about 15 participants. The incoming high school senior hopes to one day work in law enforcement.
Voters hear from CD7 candidates at event hosted by Pascua Yaqui Tribe

2 weeks ago | kgun9.com | Madison Thomas

TUCSON, Ariz. (KGUN) — Today, on the west side, voters had the opportunity to learn more about some of the candidates in the race for the Congressional District 7 seat. The special primary election to fill the vacancy after the passing of long-time congressman Raúl Grijalva will be July 15. There are eight candidates between the Republican and Democratic parties.
'Camp Scrubs' inspires middle schoolers to pursue careers in healthcare

3 weeks ago | kgun9.com | Madison Thomas

TUCSON, Ariz. (KGUN) — Some middle schoolers are still spending their summer break learning, but not in a typical classroom. Banner University Medical Center Tucson is hosting a week-long camp giving seventh and eighth graders a look at careers in the medical field. At just 13 years old, Isaiah Escamilla knows exactly what he wants to do. “I want to save lives,” Escamilla said. He plans to one day be a surgeon or nurse.
Soaring over Southern Arizona to a national championship

3 weeks ago | kgun9.com | Madison Thomas

MARANA, Ariz. (KGUN) — Soaring through the Southern Arizona sky for a chance to represent the United States at the international level is what has brought pilots from all over the country to Marana for an eleven-day event. The Tucson Soaring Club is hosting the Soaring Society of America’s national competition for gliders with 15-meter wingspans. “Each day is pushing the edges of my ability,” said Chuck Pinney.